Cristina Alfaro
Global Inclusion Leader- Strategic Communicator- Brand Steward - Cross-Cultural Navigator
- Role
- Manager, Global Inclusion at McDonald's
- Location
- Chicago, IL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Cristina Alfaro
Cristina Alfaro is a strategic communications leader committed to fostering equitable access to opportunity through inclusive storytelling, corporate inclusion initiatives, and community engagement. With deep experience across corporate and agency roles, she specializes in multicultural engagement, workplace belonging, and economic mobility, helping organizations create environments where everyone—regardless of background—has the tools to thrive. She has led award-winning initiatives recognized for their innovation and impact, earning distinctions such as the McDonald’s President’s Award and induction into the Miami Dade College Alumni Hall of Fame in Communications. Her work centers on amplifying diverse perspectives, shaping inclusive narratives, and developing sustainable solutions that empower individuals and communities. Cristina applies a strategic communications approach paired with analytical insight to navigate complex challenges, ensuring that messaging, engagement, and inclusion efforts are both impactful and data-informed. Beyond her professional work, Cristina is a travel enthusiast, dog lover, wellbeing seeker, and motorcycle co-pilot, embracing experiences that fuel creativity and connection.
Experience
Manager, Global Inclusion
Apr 2023 — Present · Chicago, IL, US
Education
Colorado Technical University
Master of Business Administration - MBA
2024 — 2026
Florida International University
BA
Miami Dade College
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
Skills
- Corporate Communications
- Strategy
- Marketing Communications
- Crisis Communications
- Brand Development
- Integrated Marketing
- Program Management
- Brand Management
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Press Releases
- Marketing
- Communication
- Budgets
- Strategic Communications
- Community Development
- Management
- Spokesperson
- Social Media Marketing
- Leadership
- New Business Development
- Publicity
- Public Relations
- Media Relations
- Business Strategy
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media
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