Blakeley Vinicky
About Blakeley Vinicky
Blakeley Vinicky is a Public Relations Manager with over a decade of experience in the field. She currently works at GTB in Jacksonville, Florida, where she manages public relations for the Southern Ford Dealers and oversees the Driving Hunger Relief program.
Current Role at GTB
Blakeley Vinicky serves as the Public Relations Manager at GTB, a division of WPP, since 2012. In this role, she oversees public relations initiatives for the Southern Ford Dealers, focusing on seven major Designated Market Areas (DMAs) in the Orlando Region. Her responsibilities include managing communications strategies and executing campaigns that align with the objectives of the dealer group.
Previous Experience at The Jacksonville Landing
Before joining GTB, Blakeley Vinicky worked as the Public Relations & Marketing Coordinator at The Jacksonville Landing from 2009 to 2012. During her three years in this position, she was involved in various marketing and public relations activities aimed at promoting the venue and engaging with the local community in Jacksonville, Florida.
Education and Expertise
Blakeley Vinicky studied at Georgia Southern University from 2005 to 2009, earning a degree in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. This educational background provided her with foundational knowledge and skills in communication strategies, media relations, and marketing, which she applies in her current role.
Driving Hunger Relief Program
Blakeley Vinicky created and manages the Southern Ford Dealers' Driving Hunger Relief program. This initiative is a cause marketing effort that supports local Feeding America food banks, addressing food insecurity in the community. The program highlights her commitment to social responsibility and community engagement through public relations.
Public Relations Strategy and Campaigns
In her role at GTB, Blakeley Vinicky is responsible for delivering monthly presentations to the dealer board. These presentations focus on proposing new public relations opportunities and campaigns. She also leverages sponsorships by activating events and integrating social media to enhance the public relations efforts for the Southern Ford Dealer account.