Baxter & Woodman names Polantz communications chief

Baxter & Woodman, Inc. in Crystal Lake has appointed Lori J. Polantz to the position of corporate communications manager.

Polantz joined Baxter & Woodman in 1995 and has played a critical role in the development of communications strategies that enhance the firm's brand and drive growth.

Polantz has more than 20 years of experience collaborating with technical engineering experts to develop and distribute marketing campaigns and public relations efforts for the firm's large-scale projects.

"Lori's ability to effectively deliver technical information to our clients and to the general public makes her an excellent fit for this leadership position," said Deborah Finn, executive vice president and chief marketing officer.

Polantz holds a Bachelor of Arts in business administration from St. Norbert College. She actively manages several large-scale project websites for the firm's public sector clients.