Lonnie Russell

Lonnie Russell has extensive work experience in various roles and industries. Currently, Lonnie is the Head of Hardware Engineering at Wahoo Fitness, starting in July 2023. Prior to this role, Lonnie was a Program Manager - Hardware Development at Wahoo Fitness from October 2021 to July 2023.

Before joining Wahoo Fitness, Lonnie worked at Mercedes-Benz USA from 2014 to 2021. Lonnie held several positions at Mercedes-Benz, including Department Manager - Product Strategy & EV Product Management from August 2018 to October 2021, Senior Program Manager - HQ Relocation & Construction from February 2015 to August 2018, and Launch Manager - Product Technical Support from May 2014 to February 2015. In the role of Senior Program Manager, Lonnie successfully managed the relocation of Mercedes-Benz USA's Corporate HQ to Atlanta, GA.

Lonnie also gained valuable experience at Stihl, where they worked from 2006 to 2014. At Stihl, Lonnie held the position of Department Manager - Tooling and Injection Mold Repair from January 2010 until the present (end date not provided), participated in the Management Development Program from January 2008 to December 2009, and served as a Manufacturing Engineer from June 2006 to December 2007.

Overall, Lonnie Russell's work experience demonstrates a strong background in program management, engineering, and strategic planning, with a track record of success in delivering projects on time and within budget.

Lonnie Russell completed a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in Business Administration and Management from William & Mary - Raymond A. Mason School of Business from 2010 to 2012. Prior to that, Lonnie earned a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Mechanical Engineering from Old Dominion University from 2006 to 2007. Lonnie also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from Old Dominion University, which was obtained from 2003 to 2006. In addition, Lonnie obtained a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from PMI in March 2013.