Nicole McDonald

Nicole McDonald is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in operations management across various industries. Currently serving as General Manager at KLN Family Brands since March 2024, Nicole has previously held significant roles including Sr. Director of Operations and Director of Operations at Brunswick Boat Group from March 2019 to March 2024. Prior to that, Nicole was Plant Manager at Safco Products and Global Ops Lean Manager at Polaris Industries Inc., where expertise in LEAN methodologies was utilized to enhance operational efficiency. Nicole's career at Polaris Inc. spanned nearly three decades, with progressive roles from Manufacturing Supervisor to Production Manager, reflecting strong leadership and operational capabilities. Nicole holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management and Operations from the University of Phoenix, along with various certifications in Lean Manufacturing and Supervisory skills from Northland Community and Technical College.