University of Pittsburgh
RJ Thompson, MFA, SMS, CDMP, currently serves as the Manager of Multimedia and Digital Strategy at the University of Pittsburgh's Health Sciences division and holds multiple adjunct professor roles at various institutions, including West Virginia University and Point Park University. As the Founding Chairperson of Bellevue Forward, a non-profit focused on community development, RJ is dedicated to fostering economic growth and cultural engagement in the Bellevue area. With extensive experience in marketing and design, RJ has held leadership positions in the American Marketing Association, including President and President Emeritus, and has contributed to the education of students in integrated marketing and communications. RJ's professional background is complemented by a strong commitment to volunteerism, particularly with the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Educational credentials include a Master of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from Savannah College of Art and Design and a Graduate Certificate in Art & Culture Strategy from the University of Pennsylvania.