Austin Gibbs
About Austin Gibbs
Austin Gibbs serves as the Operations Manager at Overstock, where he oversees operational processes and manages significant partner paid advertising. He has a background in strategic communications and business, holding a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Utah.
Current Role at Overstock
Austin Gibbs serves as the Operations Manager at Overstock, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on maintaining and implementing operational processes to enhance efficiency within the company. He is responsible for managing an average of $40 million per year in partner paid advertising, both on-site and off-site. Additionally, he creates partner paid brand stores on Overstock's website and conducts monthly proof of performance audits for partner advertisements. His work involves continuously automating systems and processes to improve operational effectiveness.
Previous Experience at Overstock
Prior to his current role, Austin Gibbs worked at Overstock as an Associate Project Manager from 2022 for seven months. He also held the position of Cooperative Advertising Coordinator from 2018 to 2022, where he contributed to the management of advertising partnerships. His experience at Overstock spans several years, allowing him to develop a comprehensive understanding of the company's operational needs and advertising strategies.
Education and Academic Background
Austin Gibbs earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Strategic Communications and Business from the University of Utah College of Social and Behavioral Science, studying from 2013 to 2017. His educational background provided him with a solid foundation in communication strategies and business principles, which he applies in his professional roles. He also graduated from Pine View High School, where he studied Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, achieving his High School Diploma from 2011 to 2013.
Early Career Experience
Before joining Overstock, Austin Gibbs gained valuable experience in various roles. He worked as a Marketing Intern at Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation from 2017 to 2018, where he assisted with marketing initiatives. He also served as a Loan Coordinator at Flagship Financial Group, LLC from 2015 to 2016, and as an Assistant Manager at Intercap Lending Inc. from 2016 to 2017. His early career included a role as a Collections Agent at Paramount Acceptance in 2015, providing him with diverse skills in finance and customer service.