Octavio Navarro

Octavio Navarro is an experienced communications professional currently serving as the Technology and Product Communications leader at Electrify America since September 2022. Previously, Navarro held the position of Senior Diversity Marketing Manager at Kia Motors America from August 2020 to October 2022. Navarro's expertise includes roles such as CMO at Autoproyecto LLC, where the focus was on Spanish language digital media within the U.S. market, and Vice President at Hill+Knowlton Strategies, overseeing national media relations for automotive clients. With a notable background at Ford Motor Company, Navarro advanced through various positions from Director of Public Relations for Ford of Mexico to Car Communications Manager, emphasizing community engagement and media relations. Navarro's academic qualifications include a Master's degree in Public Policy from the University of Michigan and a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from UCLA.