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Joy Deibert Williford is a dynamic and inventive PR expert with a demonstrated history of designing impactful communication strategies and organizing special events to enhance the visibility of both non-profit and for-profit ventures. Possessing a natural talent for crafting messaging and executing PR campaigns, Joy’s diverse profile includes managing press relations and events for higher education organizations including medical schools and arts and cultural institutions in the US. She thrives on generating press opportunities that elevate a brand and finds joy in designing press events that celebrate the creative human spirit.
"Joy is not only a consummate professional in her PR skills, but she is also an incredible human being. Joy is thorough, thoughtful, and a champion for the events, exhibits and experiences she has been tasked to promote. Anyone would be lucky to have Joy as a part of their team. Her personality is delightful, which is only proven through the relationships she's built in her network thus far. I've witnessed her go above and beyond for her team and her clients time and time again, as well as coordinated dozens of successful openings, and promotional events. Without hesitation, I would absolutely recommend Joy to any team!"
- Emily, Director of Account Management, NeoPangea
"Not only is Joy highly competent, but her unwavering positive attitude and strong work ethic make her an absolute joy (pun intended) to work with. Her dedication to her role has undoubtedly played a pivotal role in the company's accomplishments. I wholeheartedly recommend Joy as a valuable asset to any organization in need of a passionate, skilled, and results-driven communications professional."
- John, President, First Ascent
"In addition to her strategic acumen, Joy is a natural leader who excels at fostering collaboration and driving team performance. Under her guidance, she assembled and led a highly talented Content Creator team. Her ability to nurture talent and inspire excellence has been instrumental in our team's success."
- Brittany, Social Media Manager
"Joy actively sought opportunities to enhance communication both internally and externally. Whether it was streamlining processes or promoting open dialogue, she was always proactive in finding ways to improve our interactions."
- Jayme, Email Marketing Guru
Joy Deibert Williford brings over 15 years of expertise as an accomplished PR professional with a focus on developing communication campaigns for both non-profit and for-profit organizations. Her diverse portfolio includes managing public relations and press events for higher education institutions, including medical schools and arts and cultural organizations in the Northeast and Southeast regions of the US. Joy is adept at crafting compelling messages and uncovering unique story angles that garner positive media coverage.
Previously, Joy held pivotal roles at Imagine Exhibitions, serving as the Director of Public Relations and as the Director of Content and Communications. During her tenure, she was the senior publicist and promoted a portfolio of over 40 traveling exhibitions. She led a team of content marketers including brand managers, social media strategists, digital marketing specialists, and graphic designers. Most notably, she opened the popular traveling IP, Harry Potter™: The Exhibition, to the press in Atlanta, New York, Paris, Barcelona, and Macao, from 2022-2024.
Prior to her time at Imagine Exhibitions, Joy served as the Senior Press Officer at the Philadelphia Museum of Art from 2014 to 2022. In this capacity, she orchestrated PR initiatives for world-renowned art exhibitions and collection programs, contributing significantly to the museum's public presence. Notable exhibitions she worked on include Sean Scully: The Shape of Ideas; Jasper Johns: Mind/Mirror; Frank Gehry’s Master Plan and Core Project for the Philadelphia Museum of Art; Richard Benson: The World is Smarter Than You Are; and Audubon to Warhol: The Art of American Still Life.
Before her tenure at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Joy honed her business skills at Phillips auction house in New York and London. In her role as the Modern and Contemporary Prints Administrator, she gained valuable experience and expertise in the art industry.
Joy holds a Master of Arts in Museum Education from the University of the Arts, along with a Bachelor of Arts in Art History from the University of Delaware. Her volunteer work includes working at the Woodruff Arts Center in Atlanta, as well as working at the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York. In her free time, Joy enjoys traveling, running, playing tennis, going to the beach, and spending time with her family and friends. Originally from Philadelphia Joy now calls Atlanta her home.