McDonald's EmiratesCelebrates its 20th Anniversary in UAE

24 September 2014, Dubai, UAE:McDonald’s Emirates have celebrated20 years of success, expansion and recognition in the countryin groundbreaking style. On 22 September, McDonald’s Emirates hosted a 20th Anniversary Gala Dinner at Shangri La Hotel in Dubai. The event was held torecognize the hard work of its employees and the continued efforts of its stakeholders.

The 20th Anniversary Gala Dinner was an opportunity to showcase the 20 years of McDonald’s service throughout the UAE to distinguished guests, celebrating the ongoing delivery of high quality and Halal products while contributing to the economic growth of the UAE.
Entertaining over 150 guests from Government entities, non-Government organisations, McDonald’s franchises from GCC, Turkey, Jordan, Egypt, Lebanon and Pakistan,
McDonald’s Middle East Development Company representatives, McDonald’s Emirates suppliers and employees, and local media;the 20th Anniversary Gala Dinner strengthened ties with the local community, sharing success stories and supporting stakeholders in an award ceremony before enjoying the evening.
Mr. Rafic Fakih, Partner and Managing Director of McDonald’s UAEsaid: “This event is a celebration of a milestone in the journey of McDonald’s Emirates since its inception 20 years ago in the United Arab Emirates. We credit our company’s success to an unwavering focus since day one to compete and succeed in the market and to identify and take advantage of promising opportunities.

“For the past 20 years we have continuously strived to serve high quality food, to deliver impeccable customer service and above all, value for money, which in return provides our customers with a memorable experience every day and every time they visit our restaurants.”

First established in 1994, McDonald’s Emiratescurrently has 125restaurants geographically located to service customers across the country. The continuous engagement and commitment from the company’s stakeholders has been progressively reflected over the 20 years of operation in different aspects of the society; from charity and balanced lifestyle support, to green culture and the promotion of education.

Topping off a successful evening, McDonald’s Emiratesunveiled a short film post-dinner to guests, showcasing the entire fourcourse meal to have been prepared solely from McDonald’s ingredients.

McDonald’sEmirates look forward to another 20 years of success, with further expansion, countless opportunities and ambitious plans to strengthen the McDonald’s name and maintain its dominant reputation in the UAE community.