Christopher Chakonas
About Christopher Chakonas
Christopher Chakonas serves as the Director of Marketing Communications and Brand Strategy for International Truck and IC Bus at Navistar Inc. He has extensive experience in marketing, having held various roles in the industry since 2004, including positions at Arends, Inc. and Harp Advertising + Interactive.
Work at Navistar
Christopher Chakonas has held multiple positions at Navistar Inc. He currently serves as the Director of Marketing Communications and Brand Strategy for International Truck and IC Bus since 2022. Prior to this role, he was the Director of Segment Marketing for IC Bus starting in 2020. His tenure at Navistar also includes five years as Marketing Communications Manager from 2012 to 2017 and three years as Senior Marketing Manager for International Truck from 2017 to 2020. His experience at Navistar highlights his progression through various marketing roles within the company.
Previous Experience in Marketing
Before joining Navistar, Christopher Chakonas worked at several organizations in marketing roles. He was an Account Executive at Harp Advertising + Interactive from 2011 to 2012 and served as an Account Coordinator/Project Manager at Arends, Inc. from 2010 to 2011. Additionally, he worked as a Contractor at International Truck and Engine from 2004 to 2009. This diverse background in marketing and project management has contributed to his expertise in the field.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Chakonas studied at Northeastern Illinois University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing. His educational background provides a foundation for his extensive experience in marketing communications and brand strategy. He possesses a unique ability to integrate creative direction with senior-level strategic marketing planning, demonstrating a strong focus on visualizing marketing strategies.
Achievements in Marketing Campaigns
Throughout his career, Christopher Chakonas has led various marketing campaigns that are showcased through videos. His work reflects a blend of creative direction and strategic thinking, emphasizing his capability to visualize and implement effective marketing strategies. His approach combines creativity with a strategic mindset, contributing to successful marketing initiatives in his roles.