Brian Rice

As McDonald’s Executive Vice President and Global Chief Information Officer, Brian Rice manages the technology portfolio and partnerships that are transforming customer and employee experiences and accelerating business growth worldwide. The global technology organization powers the industry-leading capabilities—from restaurant and digital technologies to business infrastructure and cybersecurity.

Brian is committed to building upon McDonald’s accelerated growth through technology investments that will deliver the best experience for both customers and employees. This includes loyalty – which is now in nearly 50 markets – introducing new innovations like artificial intelligence and automated order taking, and modernizing data systems to move faster while improving the experience for customers and crew.

Prior to joining McDonald’s, Brian led enterprise technology teams at well-known brands and global businesses, including Kellogg Company, Mars, General Motors and Cardinal Health. At each turn, Brian successfully modernized technology systems, built new capabilities, and elevated the role of digital in building relationships with customers to drive growth. Notably, as EVP, Chief Information Officer and Global Business Services at Cardinal Health, Brian completed one of the largest SAP implementations in the industry, to drive value throughout the company. Prior to, at Kellogg, Brian established the company’s global Digital Marketing foundation, which allowed Kellogg to build relationships with consumers in a targeted and personalized way, including the creation of its loyalty program – Kellogg Family Rewards.

Brian earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Ferris State University.