Jim Tinker

Jim Tinker is an accomplished Chief Communications Officer at Hamilton County Job and Family Services since June 2020, specializing in executive-level communications strategy and operations, including media relations and crisis communication. With a rich background in marketing and communications, previous roles include Division Director at the University of Cincinnati, where innovative advertising led to record donations, and Executive Director of Marketing & Communications at Kentucky Blood Center, managing multi-market media relations. Tinker's experience also includes a Senior Account Executive position at RP Marketing and consulting roles with community organizations. Tinker began a career in communications with the American Red Cross, ultimately serving as a Communications and Marketing Officer at the national level. Educational qualifications include an MBA in Marketing from the University of Cincinnati and a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Bowling Green State University.