Michael Nagel

Michael Nagel is a seasoned professional in corporate brand strategy and communications, currently serving as a Senior Director at Trident Seafoods since May 2023 and as a member of IPR ELEVATE at the Institute for Public Relations since June 2024. Previously, Michael held pivotal roles at Cummins Inc. from 2014 to 2022, including Leader of Global Brand, where responsibilities focused on managing corporate brand reputation, targeted media campaigns, and crisis communications. Michael's career also includes positions at Barnes & Thornburg LLP as Communications Manager, CMG Worldwide as Copywriter and Communications Coordinator, and Three Sixty Group as Public Relations Assistant, alongside an internship and reporting experience at The Indianapolis Star. Michael holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and English Literature from Indiana University Indianapolis.