Kit Mc Donnell
About Kit Mc Donnell
Kit Mc Donnell serves as the Director of Communications at LanzaTech and has held various leadership roles in communications and corporate affairs across multiple organizations, including Spring House Farm and Enko. With a strong academic background in biology and experience in sustainability and biodesign, Mc Donnell actively engages in discussions and workshops at prestigious institutions.
Current Role at LanzaTech
Kit Mc Donnell serves as the Director of Communications at LanzaTech since 2023. In this role, Mc Donnell is responsible for managing communication strategies and enhancing the company's public image. LanzaTech focuses on carbon capture and utilization technologies, and effective communication is crucial for promoting its innovative solutions in sustainability.
Previous Experience at Spring House Farm
Prior to joining LanzaTech, Mc Donnell worked as the Managing Director at Spring House Farm since 2021. This position involved overseeing operations and strategic initiatives to support the farm's mission. Mc Donnell's leadership contributed to the farm's growth and community engagement.
Background in Corporate Affairs
Before Spring House Farm, Mc Donnell held the position of Director of Corporate Affairs at Enko from 2020 to 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts. This role involved managing corporate communications and stakeholder engagement, focusing on the company's mission in agricultural biotechnology.
Educational Background
Mc Donnell studied at Tufts University, where they earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology. Additionally, Mc Donnell studied Global Creative Industries & Biotechnology Business at The University of Hong Kong and Visual Design at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. This diverse educational background supports Mc Donnell's expertise in communications and biotechnology.
Speaking Engagements and Contributions
Mc Donnell regularly speaks and leads workshops on topics such as sustainability, biodesign, and consumer biotech at institutions like Harvard and MIT Media Lab. Mc Donnell also chaired a session on pandemic preparedness featuring notable figures like Helen Clark. Furthermore, Mc Donnell is a nominated contributor to the World Economic Forum’s COVID-19 Health & Healthcare Industry Action Group.