Lonnie Golightly III

Lonnie Golightly III, MBA, serves as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Leader at Michelin, where leadership of the Diversity Council focuses on community development in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Previously, Lonnie held various roles at Mercedes-Benz USA from August 2003 to May 2017, including Team Member, Team Leader, Group Leader, Area Manager, and Site Safety Specialist, demonstrating a consistent commitment to safety, quality, and team performance. Lonnie's early career included positions at Winn-Dixie, progressing from Bagger to Assistant Front-End Manager. Educational achievements encompass an Executive MBA from The University of Alabama, a Certificate of Ministry Leadership from Highlands College, and multiple degrees related to business and project management, alongside early participation in a high school automotive apprentice program.