Lindsey Birkel

Lindsey Birkel is an accomplished Global HR Director at Caterpillar Inc., with extensive experience in managing large HR functional teams and overseeing diverse business segments such as Electric Power, Marine, and Oil & Gas. Lindsey's career at Caterpillar began in 2006 and includes key roles such as Lead HR Manager for Global Construction and Infrastructure and Global Power Solutions Division, as well as Corporate Communications Director, where responsibility included developing communication strategies and managing employee engagement. With a strong background in talent insights, marketing organization development, and HR integration during acquisitions, Lindsey also previously worked as Public Relations Coordinator at The Children's Home Association of Illinois. Educational qualifications include a Master's Degree in Leadership and Human Services Administration and a Bachelor's Degree in Communications, both from Bradley University.