Chris McNichols

Chris McNichols is a Strategic Insight Consultant at Material, with experience that spans various roles in account planning, research, and marketing. Previously, Chris worked as an Account Planner/Strategist at Schawk!, leveraging cultural and consumer insights to support creative development for a range of brands. As a Research Lead at Pixl LLC, Chris centered user experience in design, leading research efforts tailored to client objectives. Earlier roles include an Account Planning Intern at Hunt Adkins, a Marketing Associate at HistoryIT, and a Business Development Intern at InContext Solutions, where Chris developed expertise in market research tools. Chris holds a degree in Anthropology and Sociology from Knox College, complemented by marketing and economics minors and participation in the ACM Chicago Entrepreneurship Program.