Gong cha taps Matthew McCormick as its new Global CFO
He joins from KFC UK & Ireland to help Gong cha expand to 10,000 sites by 2032.
Gong cha has appointed Matthew McCormick as its new Global Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective March 2025.
He will be responsible for the Gong cha’s global finance function, working with its global CEO Paul Reynish to unlock long-term, sustainable growth opportunities.
“As we look to scale up and achieve our ambitious plans to reach 10,000 sites by 2032, Matthew’s unique blend of financial expertise and franchise know-how is exactly what we need to take Gong cha to the next level,” said Paul Reynish, Global CEO of Gong cha.
McCormick joins from KFC UK & Ireland, where he spent just under six years, most recently serving as its Chief Financial Officer.
He has also held other senior roles, including Chief Development Officer and Interim Chief Technology Officer.
During his tenure, McCormick helped double the pace of new UK restaurant openings and implemented innovative concepts that improved profitability and unit economics.
Before KFC UK & Ireland, he spent more than seven years with the Boston Consulting Group, which is based in London.
