Alex Giddings
About Alex Giddings
Alex Giddings is a Marketing Manager at GME Supply in Columbia, MO, where he has worked since 2013. He has a background in photojournalism and extensive experience in marketing strategies, ad placement, and event planning.
Work at GME Supply
Alex Giddings has served as the Marketing Manager at GME Supply since 2013, contributing over 11 years of experience in this role. Based in Columbia, MO, Giddings has been instrumental in developing marketing strategies that have significantly increased brand visibility. His responsibilities include producing quarterly catalogs that exceed 200 pages for multiple brands and planning and executing trade shows and conferences across the nation. Giddings also focuses on sourcing and purchasing promotional materials, enhancing the company's marketing efforts.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining GME Supply, Alex Giddings held several positions that contributed to his marketing expertise. He worked as a Photo Editor at Columbia Missourian for four months in 2011. Following that, he was a Video Editor at Leggett & Platt from 2012 to 2013, where he gained experience in video production. Giddings also served as the Director of Media at Youth Education in the Arts for one year, from 2011 to 2012, where he managed media-related projects.
Education and Expertise
Alex Giddings studied Photojournalism at the University of Missouri-Columbia, earning his Bachelor's degree from 2007 to 2011. He completed his secondary education at Lee's Summit High School. Giddings has developed expertise in ad buying and placement across various platforms, including print, digital, and outdoor media. His educational background and professional experiences have equipped him with the skills necessary to execute effective marketing strategies.
Marketing Achievements
In his role at GME Supply, Alex Giddings has successfully developed strategies that resulted in over 1,000,000 impressions through monthly sweepstakes. He has planned and executed multiple trade shows and conferences, showcasing his ability to design custom trade show booths and displays. Giddings also produces content for manufacturing partners and local businesses, supporting their marketing strategies and enhancing brand engagement.