Today we’d like to introduce you to Rebecca Thomson.
Hi Rebecca, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
My story began in Pittsburgh PA, but I have lived all around the US. PA, NC, VA, CO, CA, FL, back to PA then back to FL.
I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a BA in Political Communication and a minor in Natural Science and then attended Chatham University where I completed an MBA program. I did all if this while working, raising my two groovy daughters and maintaining a large property in PA.
In 2011 we vacationed in St. Augustine and six months later the lot was purchased to build our dream beach home on. (two and half blocks back from the beach) In 2017 my partner Bruce and I settled permanently in St. Augustine.
Professionally I have worked in various industries, but I am in my 11th year as an Advertising Account Executive. Locally I have worked for the St. Augustine Record, The Florida NewsLine and currently work for VisitStAugustine.com
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Not at all. Trying to balance a career, obtaining a degree, while raising two children certainly has its challenges. The key word is balance. Could I have fought harder for a promotion, perhaps. Could I have skipped the advanced degree (not an option personally) but many suggested I skip it. If I skipped the movie date with my girls perhaps, I would have received an “A” as opposed to a “B” plus but no, adding fun to the journey was also important.
All of the buckets were important to me, and I wanted to set a good example for my daughters. Balance is the key word for how I have evolved to where I am currently. Make time for work, family, learning and having fun as well.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I am an Advertising Account Executive tasked with educating the community about VisitStAugustine.com’s website, selling advertising on the website, assisting with Advertising sales in the Sightseeing map and Coupon Book. The Newest product that I have begun selling advertising on is the Nights of Lights APP that was introduced in the fall of 2025. My focus is attending numerous networking events, talking about the products and them hoping I find new clients while doing my best to keep existing clients happy.
The connections I have made through the St. Johns County Chamber, the St. Augustine Attractions Association, and the VCB have proven to be invaluable. Out of these connections I am able to connect others to individuals or businesses that may in turn help one another.
Everywhere I go in St. Augustine I see someone I know! I love it.
Before we go, is there anything else you can share with us?
Outside of my professional life, I enjoy travel, Pilates, cycling and reading.
In 2025 I accepted a leadership position with the St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce on the Historic Council. In 2026
I was asked to be on the silent auction committee for the Woman of Vision – Power of the Purse event.
Joining a True Crime book club has opened up me up to a new genre and now once a month we discuss and analyze strange situations.
Contact Info:
- Website: visitstaugustine.com
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-thomson-b4665889/
