Vicki Saxon
About Vicki Saxon
Vicki Saxon is a Senior Manager of Social Media at ITHAKA, with extensive experience in community engagement and content creation. She holds a B.A. in English from The Catholic University of America and a Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
Current Role at ITHAKA
Vicki Saxon serves as the Senior Manager of Social Media at ITHAKA, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she focuses on developing social media strategies that engage and attract community advocates. She utilizes listening and analysis tools to enhance community interaction and content effectiveness. Her experience in social media management allows her to create content that is both engaging and useful.
Previous Experience at JSTOR
Prior to her current role, Vicki Saxon worked at JSTOR in various capacities from 2011 to 2016. She began as the Event & Exhibit Manager, progressing to Senior Manager of Conferences and Events. In these roles, she coordinated numerous events and conferences, contributing to community engagement and outreach efforts. Her tenure at JSTOR provided her with valuable experience in managing community-focused initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Vicki Saxon holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from The Catholic University of America, where she studied from 1998 to 2002. She furthered her education at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, earning a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science. This academic background supports her expertise in content creation and community engagement, emphasizing empathy and kindness.
Background in Event Management
Vicki Saxon has a strong background in event management, having worked as a Conference Coordinator and later as a Conference & Events Manager at Palgrave Macmillan from 2006 to 2011. Her experience in these roles involved organizing and executing conferences, which enhanced her skills in community building and stakeholder engagement.
Personal Interests
In her personal time, Vicki Saxon enjoys analyzing various forms of media and cooking. These interests reflect her passion for creativity and engagement, which she also applies in her professional work. Her hobbies contribute to her overall understanding of content creation and community dynamics.