David Ogden Fairhurst ChCCIPD

At-a-Glance

Founder & CEO of his independent consultancy, established in 2020.
Previously Executive Vice President, Global Chief People Officer at McDonald’s Corporation, with strategic oversight of nearly two million employees in over 120 countries.
Credited as a key leader in McDonald’s business turnaround, contributing to a market capitalization increase from $93bn to $147bn in four years.
Led a global Cultural Transformation program at McDonald’s.
Predicted a 'workforce cliff' of global labor shortages in the Financial Times in 2014.
Serves as a Visiting Professor.
Works as a strategic advisor and government advisor.

Biography

David Ogden Fairhurst is the Founder & CEO of his independent consultancy, established in 2020. He is recognized as a leading HR practitioner and thought leader, with over 30 years of corporate experience across hospitality, retail pharmaceuticals, FMCG, distribution, and aerospace. He also serves as a Visiting Professor and strategic advisor, including advising governments.