David M. Aldridge
Director of Marketing at Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge- Claim this Profile
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Vickie Meeks Miller
David is an incredible asset to the Roanoke Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau (RVCVB). The various departments of the RVCVB depend on David for his technological knowledge and expertise, writing and editing abilities, and his overall exuberant personality and willingness to assist with all endeavors. David’s contributions to the Roanoke Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau include, but are not limited to the following: • providing excellent customer service as a tourism consultant in the Visitor Information Center and during booked events; • contributing to the bureau’s public relations efforts during media tours and assisting with bureau press releases, newsletters, etc.; and • contributing extensively to the marketing department in assisting with development and maintenance of the bureau’s website, internet functions, and database. David assists me directly in conscientiously providing quality customer service and tourism information for visitors and groups who are visiting the area for conventions, conferences, and events. He is a great ambassador to the Roanoke Valley. Finally, David is a person with whom it is a joy to work. He has a delightful demeanor and is always very thorough and diligent in completing all tasks.
Kelly Burd-Adams
David brings a high work ethic and delivers creativity through his writing and formatting abilities. He has a delightful sense of humor and gladly provides assistance to co-workers.
Vickie Meeks Miller
David is an incredible asset to the Roanoke Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau (RVCVB). The various departments of the RVCVB depend on David for his technological knowledge and expertise, writing and editing abilities, and his overall exuberant personality and willingness to assist with all endeavors. David’s contributions to the Roanoke Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau include, but are not limited to the following: • providing excellent customer service as a tourism consultant in the Visitor Information Center and during booked events; • contributing to the bureau’s public relations efforts during media tours and assisting with bureau press releases, newsletters, etc.; and • contributing extensively to the marketing department in assisting with development and maintenance of the bureau’s website, internet functions, and database. David assists me directly in conscientiously providing quality customer service and tourism information for visitors and groups who are visiting the area for conventions, conferences, and events. He is a great ambassador to the Roanoke Valley. Finally, David is a person with whom it is a joy to work. He has a delightful demeanor and is always very thorough and diligent in completing all tasks.
Kelly Burd-Adams
David brings a high work ethic and delivers creativity through his writing and formatting abilities. He has a delightful sense of humor and gladly provides assistance to co-workers.
Vickie Meeks Miller
David is an incredible asset to the Roanoke Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau (RVCVB). The various departments of the RVCVB depend on David for his technological knowledge and expertise, writing and editing abilities, and his overall exuberant personality and willingness to assist with all endeavors. David’s contributions to the Roanoke Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau include, but are not limited to the following: • providing excellent customer service as a tourism consultant in the Visitor Information Center and during booked events; • contributing to the bureau’s public relations efforts during media tours and assisting with bureau press releases, newsletters, etc.; and • contributing extensively to the marketing department in assisting with development and maintenance of the bureau’s website, internet functions, and database. David assists me directly in conscientiously providing quality customer service and tourism information for visitors and groups who are visiting the area for conventions, conferences, and events. He is a great ambassador to the Roanoke Valley. Finally, David is a person with whom it is a joy to work. He has a delightful demeanor and is always very thorough and diligent in completing all tasks.
Kelly Burd-Adams
David brings a high work ethic and delivers creativity through his writing and formatting abilities. He has a delightful sense of humor and gladly provides assistance to co-workers.
Vickie Meeks Miller
David is an incredible asset to the Roanoke Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau (RVCVB). The various departments of the RVCVB depend on David for his technological knowledge and expertise, writing and editing abilities, and his overall exuberant personality and willingness to assist with all endeavors. David’s contributions to the Roanoke Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau include, but are not limited to the following: • providing excellent customer service as a tourism consultant in the Visitor Information Center and during booked events; • contributing to the bureau’s public relations efforts during media tours and assisting with bureau press releases, newsletters, etc.; and • contributing extensively to the marketing department in assisting with development and maintenance of the bureau’s website, internet functions, and database. David assists me directly in conscientiously providing quality customer service and tourism information for visitors and groups who are visiting the area for conventions, conferences, and events. He is a great ambassador to the Roanoke Valley. Finally, David is a person with whom it is a joy to work. He has a delightful demeanor and is always very thorough and diligent in completing all tasks.
Kelly Burd-Adams
David brings a high work ethic and delivers creativity through his writing and formatting abilities. He has a delightful sense of humor and gladly provides assistance to co-workers.
Experience
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Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge
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United States
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Travel Arrangements
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Marketing
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May 2019 - Present
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Digital Marketing Manager
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Aug 2017 - May 2019
I manage the digital marketing platforms for Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge, the region's destination marketing organization. Primary responsibilities include creating and managing content for the Visit VBR website, blog, e-newsletters, social media networks, advertisements, and additional online marketing materials and campaigns.
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E-Marketing Manager
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Jul 2015 - Aug 2017
- Manage the Visit Virginia's Blue Ridge website, which serves as the official destination marketing website and seeks to grow tourism in the region.- Manage the company's social media channels, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+, Pinterest, LinkedIn, and emerging outlets.- Create the content for the monthly e-newsletters, which are distributed to over 125,000 subscribers.- Analyze trends and tendencies in web metrics and data (Google Analytics, social media insights, e-mail tracking, etc.) to understand visitor patterns to help better market the region to potential travelers. Show less
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E-Marketing Coordinator
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Jul 2013 - Jul 2015
- Manage content across departments that are communicated through electronic channels to ensure they adhere to brand messaging and identity standards.- Create unique content to generate traffic and provide resources to visitors of the Roanoke Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau website, www.visitvablueridge.com.- Update and create appealing layouts for the CVB website, including elements of web design, link tracking, tagging, and content pertaining to SEO optimization.- Generate content and distribute the CVB's monthly e-newsletters, which are distributed to 75,000 subscribers- Responsible for managing and growing the Bureau's presence on social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google+, Pinterest, & Linkedin. Show less
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Marketing Specialist
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Jul 2011 - Jun 2013
- Managed content for the Roanoke Valley CVB website.- Responsible for creating and distributing e-mail campaigns to target audiences, including leisure travelers, meeting planners, tour planners, and journalists.- Worked with local business partners to create featured listings on the CVB website.- Managed the Roanoke Valley CVB Sweepstakes program.- Created copy used for the 2013-14 Roanoke Valley Visitor's Guide.- Assisted the Director of Marketing in creating content related to advertisements and marketing campaigns in various ad programs. Show less
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Sportswriter
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Dec 2012 - Jun 2018
I am a regular contributor to various sports websites and blogs. Much of my content focuses on college football and basketball but I also cover other breaking stories and major topics in the world of sports. The articles are written in many formats, including long-form, previews, game analysis, slideshows, and scouting reports. My work is regularly featured on USAToday.com, BleacherReport.com, DukeReport.com, BravesBaseballReport.com, and various other websites. I am a regular contributor to various sports websites and blogs. Much of my content focuses on college football and basketball but I also cover other breaking stories and major topics in the world of sports. The articles are written in many formats, including long-form, previews, game analysis, slideshows, and scouting reports. My work is regularly featured on USAToday.com, BleacherReport.com, DukeReport.com, BravesBaseballReport.com, and various other websites.
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University of Georgia Alumni Association
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Athens, Georgia Area
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Student Worker
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Jun 2007 - Jun 2008
- Assisted in planning, coordinating and hosting special alumni functions and events. - Managed membership data through mass mailings and promotional events. - Assisted in the research, compilation and mailing of promotional information. - Responded to customer inquiries and requests regarding membership benefits. - Assisted in planning, coordinating and hosting special alumni functions and events. - Managed membership data through mass mailings and promotional events. - Assisted in the research, compilation and mailing of promotional information. - Responded to customer inquiries and requests regarding membership benefits.
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Education
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2023 - 2024
LSU Shreveport
Master of Business Administration - MBA, International Business -
2005 - 2008
The University of Georgia
BA, Speech Communication -
2002 - 2005
Franklin County High School
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