As a member of McDonald’s U.S. Government Relations Department, John Monsif manages a legislative portfolio which includes energy, environment, and agriculture. In this role, he works to advance public policy that coordinates, incentivizes, and accelerates efforts to decrease the U.S. greenhouse gas emissions and advances environmental sustainability efforts that are good for the planet and for the businesses.

Monsif began his career in sales at a flavor company that sold to Fortune 100 food and beverage companies, like McDonald's. After six years, he started a new career on Capitol Hill as a junior staffer. After having served as a legislative director and a two-time chief of staff, he left the Hill to advocate for children’s issues for four years before joining McDonald’s.