Matthew Paull
Description Matthew H. Paull, 58, has been a director since September 2003. He has also been named our first Lead Independent Director and plans to serve in that role for the upcoming year. Mr. Paull is the former corporate senior executive vice president and chief financial officer for McDonald's Corporation, which develops, operates, franchises and services a worldwide system of McDonald's restaurants. He retired from that position in January 2008. At McDonald's, Mr. Paull acquired a background in strong branding and consumer trends, knowledge that is highly relatable to our company. Prior to joining McDonald's Corporation in 1993, he was a partner at Ernst & Young LLP, specializing in international tax. He also serves on the advisory board of Pershing Square Capital Management, a New York-based hedge fund. Mr. Paull previously served as a trustee of the Ravinia Festival Association, which offers concerts and other entertainment in suburban Chicago, Illinois, and as an advisory council member for the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. As a former executive professor in residence at the University of San Diego, Mr. Paull also possesses an understanding of the academic world. Because of his professional experience, Mr. Paull has significant financial acumen, knowledge of hedge funds and investments, broad experience in global operations and extensive experience in tax matters, all of which enable Mr. Paull to make valuable contributions to our Board. To view the detailed information, you need to SUBSCRIBE with us. |
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