McDonald’s Corporation has announced the appointment of Saumya Mittal as Chief People Officer for Asia.
With nearly two decades of global HR leadership experience, Saumya steps into the role to drive the people agenda across one of McDonald’s fastest-growing regions.
Before joining McDonald’s, she worked as APAC Commercial HR Lead at Google, where she played a key role in shaping people strategy across diverse markets.
Earlier, she spent more than a decade with PepsiCo, leading talent management and organizational development initiatives that contributed to business transformation in multiple geographies.
Recognized as a Leading HR Voice
Her journey has been marked by recognition and excellence in the HR field. She was a winner of the prestigious People Matters “Are You in the List” 2015 award, which identifies future HR leaders making an impact in the profession.
An alumna of the Management Development Institute (MDI), Gurgaon, Saumya has consistently championed strategic HR practices that balance organizational growth with employee experience.
Her ability to align business needs with talent priorities has positioned her as one of India’s most respected HR professionals.
Driving McDonald’s People-First Agenda in Asia
Sharing her excitement about the new role, Saumya wrote on LinkedIn: “Started a new chapter this week as Chief People Officer for Asia at McDonald’s Corporation. The opportunity to partner with our exceptional leaders and talent is immense! Asia is a vibrant and growing market, and I’m looking forward to collaborating with the team to champion our people agenda.”
Her appointment shows McDonald’s ongoing commitment to nurturing a people-first culture across its diverse and expanding Asian markets.
By leveraging her extensive experience and leadership acumen, Saumyal is expected to play a pivotal role in strengthening McDonald’s employee engagement, talent development, and organizational capability across the region.
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