Michael Donahue
Recognized Senior & Accomplished Brand Leader, Strategist, Innovator over 40+ years at Fortune 50 Corporations, National and Local Trade Associations, Successfully Pioneering Brand, Cause and Influencer Campaigns
- Role
- Senior Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Golidz
- Location
- Chicago, IL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Michael Donahue
Mike Donahue Executive Director Mike Donahue has worked for McDonald’s for 20 years and has 40 years of advocacy experience for business owners and companies. Donahue worked for small business trade associations, led the state of Illinois’ Small Business Department, lobbied for 3M company, and launched sports and restaurant brands. During his tenure at McDonald’s he held multiple positions including leading the government relations department for 11 years, starting the first Public Affairs and Social Responsibility functions, and for several years worked as the Chief Communications and Customer Satisfaction Officer in McDonald’s USA. As Chief Communications Officer his mantra became “When We Tell Our Story We Win” and easily recounts the number of victories accomplished when the three-legged stool united on a common goal. He has two sons, Patrick, 23, and Keaton, 21.
Experience
Senior Vice President of Strategic Partnerships
Mar 2023 — Present
Education
Illinois State University
Bachelor's degree
1976 — 1980
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