Steve Easterbrook

Steve Easterbrook

executive United Kingdom

Steve Easterbrook is a British businessman and former CEO of McDonald's, known for his leadership during a period of significant growth for the company. However, his career took a controversial turn when he was forced to resign in 2019 after it was revealed that he had engaged in a relationship with a subordinate, which violated the company's code of conduct. His departure highlighted the complexities surrounding workplace relationships and corporate governance.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
236,794
Power
7,076$
Sentiment
3.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Spain 2 3.00 0.16% +0% 46,754,778 72,827 $1,400,000 2,181$
Australia 2 3.00 0.15% +0% 25,499,884 38,724 $1,380,000 2,096$
United Kingdom 1 3.00 0.04% +0% 67,886,011 29,274 $2,700,000 1,164$
Romania 1 3.00 0.08% +0% 19,237,691 14,607 $250,000 190$
Ghana 1 3.00 0.17% +0% 31,072,945 51,531 $67,000 111$
Canada 1 3.00 0.08% +0% 38,005,238 29,831 $1,700,000 1,334$
Totals 8 228,456,547 236,794 $7,497,000 7,076$
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.

Recent Mentions

Canada Canada: Former McDonald’s Corp. CEO Steve Easterbrook was forced to give back US$105-million in equity and cash after being dismissed for not disclosing personal relationships with colleagues. 3

The Globe and Mail: Do CEOs think they are above the law in their workplaces?

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Steve Easterbrook was fired by McDonald's after it was found he had multiple relationships with employees. 3

BBC: Nestle fires boss after romantic relationship with employee

United States United States: Steve Easterbrook was succeeded by Chris Kempczinski after his removal by the board over a policy violation. 4

Fox News: McDonald's CEO marks 10-year milestone, hints at staying ten more years