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Lindsay Arends

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Senior Director at NORC at the University of Chicago
📍 Chicago, Illinois, United States

Lindsay Arends is a strategic communications leader with nearly 20 years of experience, currently serving as Senior Director at NORC at the University of Chicago. She specializes in extending the reach of complex research for clients in technology, health, and business. Colleagues praise her as a gifted communicator, strategic, and a thought leader.

Based on her work and public posts, Lindsay is passionate about using data to understand human experiences and tackle societal challenges. She is an alumna of Michigan State University and shows a keen interest in how objective research can inform public dialogue and decision-making on critical issues.

She was the communications lead for the launch of NORCs Expert Panel on Firearms Data Infrastructure.

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Experience
15 Years
Current Role
Senior Director
Job Level
Senior
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Strategic Communications
As Senior Director, she leads communication campaigns and marketing to promote NORC's research and reputation, leveraging nearly two decades of experience in the field.
Data-driven Insights
Her posts frequently highlight how accurate data can challenge assumptions and create solutions for complex issues like AI adoption and gun violence.
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Career

Work history

12-2023
Senior Director
NORC at the University of Chicago
1-2022 - 12-2023
Director, Strategic Communications and External Affairs
NORC at the University of Chicago
12-2018 - 12-2021
Deputy Director, Strategic Communications and External Affairs
NORC at the University of Chicago
4-2013 - 12-2015
Communication Manager
SmithBucklin
12-2010 - 4-2013
Marketing Communications Manager
The Sherwood Group
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Education
BA
Michigan State University
Communications
Saint Marys College
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