Blake Thorne
About Blake Thorne
Blake Thorne serves as the Head of Marketing at Govly, bringing extensive experience in product launches and marketing strategies. He has held various marketing roles at notable companies, including Atlassian and LaunchNotes, and is recognized for his creativity and storytelling abilities.
Work at Govly
Blake Thorne serves as the Head of Marketing at Govly, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing marketing strategies that align with the company's objectives. His leadership in marketing aims to enhance Govly's visibility and engagement in the market.
Previous Experience in Marketing
Before joining Govly, Blake Thorne held several significant marketing positions. He worked at Groundlight AI as Head of Marketing from 2023 to 2024, and prior to that, he was the Director of Content Strategy at LaunchNotes from 2022 to 2023. His experience includes building strong reputations for brands and leading major product launches.
Background in Product Marketing
Blake Thorne has extensive experience in product marketing, having worked at Atlassian as a Product Marketing Manager from 2016 to 2021. He contributed to Atlassian's reputation in incident management through strategic storytelling. His earlier roles include Sr. Product Marketing Manager at Process Street and Head of Content at Statuspage.
Education and Expertise
Blake Thorne studied Journalism at Western Michigan University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree from 2005 to 2009. His academic background laid the foundation for his career in marketing and storytelling. He has also shared his insights through articles on Medium, showcasing his expertise in these fields.
Career Development and Skills
Throughout his career, Blake Thorne has been recognized for his creativity and storytelling skills. He has empowered colleagues to pursue innovative ideas and has influenced teams to seek expertise in these areas. His diverse experiences have equipped him with a unique perspective on marketing strategies.