Jennifer O'malley
About Jennifer O'malley
Jennifer O'Malley serves as the Associate General Counsel and Senior Vice President at US Foods, where she specializes in food safety, advertising, and crisis management. With a legal career spanning over two decades, she has held significant roles at McDonald's Corporation and various law firms, demonstrating expertise in intellectual property and consumer engagement.
Work at US Foods
Jennifer O'Malley serves as Associate General Counsel and Senior Vice President at US Foods, a position she has held since 2018. Her role involves providing legal guidance on various aspects of the food industry, including food safety, quality, and labeling. O'Malley operates in a hybrid work environment based in Rosemont, Illinois. Her responsibilities include developing policies and advising on self-regulatory programs, government affairs, and legislative issues, contributing to the company's compliance and risk management strategies.
Education and Expertise
Jennifer O'Malley has a strong educational background, having studied at Boston Latin School from 1978 to 1984. She earned a Bachelor of Arts with Distinction in English Literature and Art History from McGill University, completing her studies from 1984 to 1988. O'Malley furthered her education by obtaining a Doctor of Law (J.D.) from Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law between 1990 and 1993. Her expertise encompasses food safety, advertising, digital marketing, and supply chain management.
Background
Before her tenure at US Foods, Jennifer O'Malley accumulated significant legal experience in various roles. She worked at McDonald's Corporation as Managing Counsel for 18 years, from 2000 to 2018, where she focused on complex legal issues within the food service industry. Prior to that, she served as an Associate at Locke Lord LLP in Chicago from 1993 to 1998 and at Pattishall, McAuliffe, Newbury, Hilliard & Geraldson LLP from 1998 to 2000.
Achievements
Jennifer O'Malley has extensive experience in negotiating complex intellectual property licenses and brand deals on both national and global scales. She is recognized for her leadership in crisis management and her ability to deliver practical legal services in areas of consumer engagement and business risk. O'Malley's contributions to policy development and her advisory role in public affairs have been instrumental in navigating the evolving landscape of the food industry.