Samford Welcomes New Alumni Relations Officer

“…Billy Ivey, a 1996 Samford graduate, will coordinate programming and networking for the Samford Alumni and Parents Associations and work with volunteers to establish local and regional Samford clubs around the United States …”

Billy Ivey, an advertising and direct marketing professional from Nashville, Tenn., joined Samford’s staff on March 17 as alumni relations officer.

Ivey, a 1996 Samford graduate, will coordinate programming and networking for the Samford Alumni and Parents Associations and work with volunteers to establish local and regional Samford clubs around the United States.

"Billy Ivey brings strong professional credentials and creative energy to this position, as well as an immense commitment to Samford," said Philip Poole, Samford executive director of University Communications.

Ivey has worked with an advertising and direct marketing firm in Nashville and agencies with nationally-recognized clients in Birmingham and Atlanta.

As a Samford student, he was active in the international studies program, student ministries and Sigma Chi fraternity.

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