Jeffrey Cloninger
Director Global Communications @Cargill
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WORK HISTORY
Director Global Communications @Cargill
Chicago, IL, US
Strategic communications partner to the Chief Information & Digital Officer. As a member of the Digital Technology & Data leadership team, I help articulate and advance the digital transformation agenda for Cargill\'s enterprises and functions.
EDUCATION
University of Notre Dame
BA, summa cum laude, Double Major: Communications and Music
DePaul University
Integrated Marketing Communications Certificate
CCIM Institute (Certified Commercial Investment Member)
Finance & Marketing Coursework, Investment Finance & Analysis
New York University
Theatre Studies
SKILLS
ABOUT JEFFREY CLONINGER
I’m a strategic communications leader with a passion for storytelling that drives business performance, culture, and trust. With 18+ years of experience, I advise executive teams and lead high-impact internal and executive communications that connect vision to action across complex, global organizations.I currently serve as Director of Global Communications at Cargill, where I partner directly with the Chief Information & Digital Officer and Chief Information Security Officer. I lead communications for the global technology and data function — including digital transformation strategy, GenAI enablement, organizational design, and cybersecurity awareness. I also support Board / audit committee messaging and industry visibility for our executive team.I thrive at the intersection of change, culture, and clarity. My background spans Fortune 100 enterprises, IPO-stage startups, and highly regulated industries — including consumer goods, health care, and financial services. I\'ve led global town halls, scaled global recognition and engagement programs, advised leaders on thought leadership and board prep, and built messaging architectures that help companies evolve with confidence.Whether rolling out a new platform, simplifying a data strategy, or equipping leaders to speak with purpose, I bring energy, creativity, and discipline to everything I do.Executive & employee communications | Cybersecurity & board messaging | Storytelling & transformation | Team leadership | Inclusion & engagement strategy
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