Kelly Spier
Dynamic communications specialist, influential advisor, and organizational ambassador providing community insight and thought leadership.
- Role
- Communications Specialist at Caterpillar Inc.
- Location
- Peoria, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Kelly Spier
Communications professional with 15+ years of experience delivering internal, corporate…
Experience
Communications Specialist
Aug 2022 — Present · East Peoria, IL, US
As a strategic communicator for a global leader in manufacturing, I lead initiatives that connect employees, elevate brand visibility, and strengthen community relationships. Develop and execute integrated communication strategies to drive enterprise-wide engagement and support corporate initiatives across multiple facilities worldwide. Act as a key liaison between employees, local media, and the community, managing communications related to safety awareness, crisis response, employee recognition, sponsorships, and facility updates. Lead major enterprise campaigns and events: Directed the 2024 United Way Campaign for a division of 900+ employees, coordinating 20+ volunteers and surpassing donation and participation goals—raising over $80K locally and contributing to a division-wide total of over $800K. Managed the 2025 Centennial Celebrations, including the week-long Centennial World Tour experience, which showcased Caterpillar’s history and future vision—engaging over 900 employees across multiple facilities and strengthening cultural alignment and brand pride. Lead internal committees and actively participate in cross-departmental projects, providing communications expertise to guide messaging, improve engagement, and support organizational initiatives. Create and maintain internal communication platforms and content: Launched the Quarterly Drivetrain Newsletter, Monthly Lean Newsletter, and the LPSD Drivetrain SharePoint Site. Produce targeted video content for the POI team to support continuous improvement efforts on the shop floor, enabling more effective identification and enhancement of work areas. Write executive speeches and prepare high-impact presentations for internal and external audiences, ensuring alignment with corporate messaging and strategic goals. Own and optimize one of the company’s Facebook pages, using engagement analytics to inform content strategy and strengthen employee and community connections.
Education
Ashford University
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
2010 — 2012
Ashford University
Master of Organizational Management
2013 — 2015
Parkland College
Business Administration, Management and Operations
2004 — 2008
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