The excitement for the upcoming Santiago 2023 Pan American and Parapan American Games has reached new heights as McDonald’s, the renowned fast-food giant headquartered in the United States, has officially been announced as a sponsor for the prestigious sporting event. This partnership marks a significant milestone in the journey towards making the Games a resounding success.
The official agreement between McDonald’s and the Santiago 2023 Corporation was signed in a ceremony attended by prominent figures in the world of sports and business. Among those present were Chilean Minister of Sports Jaime Pizarro, Executive Director of the Santiago 2023 Corporation Harold Mayne-Nicholls, Vice-President of the Chilean Olympic Committee Aquiles Gómez, and the Executive Director of Arcos Dorados de McDonald’s, Carlos González.
The announcement of McDonald’s joining the sponsor program was met with enthusiasm and pride from all parties involved. Harold Mayne-Nicholls, the Executive Director of the Santiago 2023 Corporation, expressed his gratitude, saying, “That they [McDonald’s] are with us is a tremendous incentive, tremendous flattery and a source of pride. We hope that, between now and the Games, more and more companies will join, because that benefits us in the organization, but also in the future projection of our activities.”
Carlos González, the Executive Director of Arcos Dorados de McDonald’s, echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the company’s longstanding commitment to supporting athletes. He stated, “For us, it is a pride to be part of this team, integrated with the corporation and all the athletes, because we have been supporting Olympic athletes for years with our sports ambassador program.”
This collaboration builds upon McDonald’s existing partnership with the Chilean Olympic Committee, solidifying their position as an official partner of Team Chile. This commitment to promoting sports and athletes aligns perfectly with the spirit and values of the Pan American and Parapan American Games.
McDonald’s now joins an impressive lineup of official sponsors for Santiago 2023, which includes Antofagasta Minerals, BancoEstado, Bornan Sports Technology, LATAM Airlines, Mitsubishi Motors, and Ottobock. These partnerships are crucial in ensuring the success and sustainability of the Games, making it a truly global event.
The Pan American Games are scheduled to take place from October 20 to November 5, 2023, followed by the Parapan American Games from November 17 to 26, 2023. With McDonald’s on board as a sponsor, the Santiago 2023 Games are poised to deliver exceptional experiences for athletes and spectators alike, while leaving a lasting legacy for the future of sports in the region.