BOISE, Idaho — Albertsons Cos. has announced the appointment of Brian Rice to its board of directors, effective Feb. 25, 2026. The company’s board has now expanded to 11 members.
Rice is a seasoned global technology executive with more than 30 years of experience leading large-scale digital transformation, technology modernization, and operational excellence across some of the world’s most recognized consumer brands. He currently serves as executive vice president and global chief information officer at McDonald’s Corporation, where he is a member of the company’s executive leadership team and serves as the primary liaison to the board of directors on all technology matters.
“Brian is a proven technology and transformation leader who understands how to translate digital innovation into measurable business results,” said Susan Morris, CEO of Albertsons Companies. “His deep expertise in modern platforms, data and AI, cybersecurity, and digital customer experiences will be invaluable as we continue to advance our business strategy and our big bets in technology and AI. We are pleased to welcome Brian to our board.”
He oversees global technology, digital, data, and cybersecurity capabilities at McDonald’s Corporation, where he is enabling one of the world’s largest consumer platforms to exceed 250 million loyalty members by 2027. He has extensive experience partnering with executive leadership teams and boards of directors on technology strategy, cybersecurity, risk management, and large-scale transformation initiatives. He also brings a deep understanding of the complexities of global supply chains, consumer engagement, and digital-first retail.
“It is an honor to join the board of directors of Albertsons Companies,” Rice said. “The company has a clear strategy to earn customers for life by delivering more personalized, seamless, and trusted experiences. I look forward to working with the board and management team to help advance the company’s focus on digital, technology and AI as well as foster continued innovation.”
Before joining McDonald’s, he held senior leadership roles at multiple Fortune 500 companies, including Cardinal Health, Kellogg Company, General Motors, and Mars. He led enterprise technology organizations, modernized global systems, implemented large-scale platforms, and advanced digital-first strategies to drive growth, efficiency, and customer engagement across global operations. Mr. Rice holds a bachelor’s degree in computer information systems from Ferris State University.
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