Alethia Calbeck

Chief Communications Officer at Visit Philadelphia

Alethia Calbeck has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and industries.

Starting from 2022, Alethia is currently working as the Chief Communications Officer at Visit Philadelphia. Prior to this, from 2021 to 2022, they were the Director of Internal Communications at Aramark.

From 2016 to 2021, Alethia served as the Director of Communications at the Philadelphia Convention & Visitors Bureau. In this role, they were responsible for guiding the organization's internal communications, DE&I messaging, content development, public relations, and social media. Alethia also served as the lead speechwriter for the CEO and managed a team of communications professionals.

Before that, from 2013 to 2016, Alethia worked as the Vice President at Profile Public Relations, a media relations agency focused on the hospitality industry. During their time there, they successfully elevated the media's perception of the agency's clients.

Prior to that, from 2011 to 2013, Alethia was the Director of Special Projects at Visit Philadelphia. In this role, they led two niche marketing campaigns and managed cross-functional teams. Alethia also managed grant-based initiatives and programs aimed at promoting visitation and exploration in the Greater Philadelphia region.

From 2009 to 2011, Alethia served as the Director of Retention Initiatives at Campus Philly. Alethia was responsible for connecting college students and recent graduates to the Philadelphia business community and facilitating partnerships with college career offices.

Before that, from 2004 to 2009, Alethia worked as the Education Programs Director at Clarifi (formerly CCCS of Delaware Valley). Alethia managed the daily operations of the Education Department and developed community-based programs for youth and adults.

Alethia's career started in 2003 as an Operations Assistant at AmeriCorps VISTA, where they gained valuable experience in supporting operations.

Overall, Alethia Calbeck has demonstrated expertise in communications, public relations, marketing, and team management throughout their career.

Alethia Calbeck completed their Bachelor of Arts degree in Cultural Anthropology at the University of North Florida from 2001 to 2003. Prior to that, they studied Anthropology at Florida State University from 1997 to 2000, but did not obtain a specific degree.

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Timeline

  • Chief Communications Officer

    September, 2022 - present

  • Director, Special Projects

    April, 2011