Amanda Mulligan

Director of Social Media and Influencer
McDonald’s

Amanda Mulligan is a visionary leader at the forefront of social strategy for one of the world's most culturally influential brands—McDonald’s. As the Head of Social Media & Influencer Marketing, Amanda has orchestrated groundbreaking campaigns that have not only captured attention but also shaped cultural conversations. Her work includes the highly acclaimed Chicken Big Mac launch with Twitch megastar Kai Cenat, as well as the viral #GrimaceEffect phenomenon, which sparked an unexpected wave of fandom among NY Mets fans.

With over a decade of expertise, Amanda excels in forging authentic connections between brands and the next generation. By blending innovative storytelling with deep insights into the attitudes and behaviors of multicultural youth, she creates strategies that resonate at the intersection of creativity and culture. In today’s rapidly evolving digital ecosystem, Amanda is redefining how brands engage with Gen Z, ensuring McDonald’s remains a dynamic force in the cultural zeitgeist.

Amanda Mulligan’s Session

8:00 a.m.–8:45 a.m. PT — Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Panel: The Data-Driven Marketer in 2025: Proving Impact & Driving Strategy

As data becomes increasingly central to every marketing decision, today’s marketers are expected not only to interpret the numbers but also to translate them into strategic impact. This panel dives into the evolving role of the data-driven marketer in 2025 - from separating signal from noise in a world of “vanity metrics,” to proving ROI and communicating value across the organization. Panelists will explore how experimentation drives smarter strategies, how to leverage media and marketing attribution models (including the role of MMMs), and how data can power brand-building as effectively as it drives performance. Learn how top marketers are balancing long-term insights with real-time results - and using data not just to defend past decisions, but to shape what’s next.

Key Takeaways:

  • Identify which metrics matter most based on your organization’s goals and industry context
  • Apply experimentation frameworks to drive continuous optimization and smarter strategy
  • Communicate marketing performance effectively to supervisors, executives, and stakeholders
  • Transform marketing missteps into growth opportunities using data-driven insights
  • Balance MMMs, real-time analytics, and last-click attribution to improve decision-making
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