Saturday Morning

Coffee with Chris Lindgren

• Saturday, October 4 from 9-10:30 am at Wilmette Platform Tennis Club Paddle Hut

Get to know Executive Director Chris Lindgren! Ask questions and introduce yourself over coffee at the Paddle Hut, 3551 Lake Avenue.

Can’t make it to Saturday?  Attend the Friday Meet & Greet at Village Hall!

Experience & Accomplishments

Chris Lindgren brings more than 25 years of work experience to Wilmette, including 12 years at the Park District of Oak Park, where he rose to Deputy Director of Properties and Planning. In this role, he led many impactful initiatives, including overseeing major capital projects, construction of two net-zero buildings, securing millions in grant funding to expand access and sustainability in public spaces, and reducing electricity usage by 30 percent across district facilities.

Lindgren is a regular speaker at the state and national level on sustainability and park district excellence. He has been recognized throughout his career for his collaborative leadership style and strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. He has led and supported teams across every designation, including seasonal, full-time, exempt and union staff, fostering inclusive, mission-driven organizational cultures. Lindgren graduated summa cum laude from Concordia University with a degree in non-profit/public organizational management.

“What really drew me to Wilmette was the passion I saw in the people, both in the organization and the community,” said Chris Lindgren. “I look forward to listening, learning and working together to shape a future that keeps Wilmette’s parks, facilities and programs thriving for everyone.”

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