Lyndi Mc Millan
About Lyndi Mc Millan
Lyndi McMillan serves as the Director of Business Communications at Navistar Inc, where she oversees annual and sustainability report production and leads external communications. With a background in public relations and extensive experience in media relations, she has held various roles at Navistar since 2011 and also serves on the Board of Directors for the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce.
Current Role at Navistar
Lyndi Mc Millan serves as the Director of Business Communications at Navistar Inc. since 2018. In this role, she oversees the production of the company's annual and sustainability reports. Additionally, she leads external communications and media relations, acting as the chief spokesperson for the organization. Her responsibilities include developing strategic communication plans and managing the company's public image.
Previous Experience at Navistar
Prior to her current position, Lyndi Mc Millan held several roles at Navistar Inc. She worked as a Communications Specialist from 2011 to 2014, followed by a position as Communications Manager from 2014 to 2017. She also served as a Senior Communications Manager for 11 months in 2017-2018. During her tenure, she developed a strategic external media relations plan that resulted in three consecutive years of industry-leading share of voice results.
Education and Academic Background
Lyndi Mc Millan earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications-Public Relations from Bradley University, where she studied from 2006 to 2010. During her time at the university, she was also a student-athlete on the volleyball team, balancing academics and athletics for four years.
Professional Involvement in the Community
In addition to her role at Navistar, Lyndi Mc Millan has been a member of the Board of Directors for the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce since 2018. This position allows her to engage with local businesses and contribute to community development initiatives.
Crisis Management and Media Training Expertise
Lyndi Mc Millan has led significant initiatives in crisis management at Navistar. She conducted a comprehensive overhaul of the corporate crisis plan to better manage unexpected events. Additionally, she develops curriculum and administers media training for senior executives at Navistar, preparing them for interactions with the press.