Cheryl Johnson is the Chief Human Resources Officer at Caterpillar Inc., based in the Greater Chicago Area. She earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s of Science in Operations Management from Northern Illinois University. Cheryl’s career journey began as the Director of Talent and Organization Development at Bell, where she built a reputation for her leadership and strategic vision. Over the years, she advanced through the ranks, securing an Executive Vice President role before assuming her current position as Chief Human Resources Officer at Caterpillar Inc. In 2023, Cheryl was recognized as the HR Executive of the Year and named to Diversity Woman’s Elite 100 list, a testament to her influence and impact.
