Gaik Ping (G.P.) Ooi
About Gaik Ping (G.P.) Ooi
Gaik Ping (G.P.) Ooi is a Director at Golin in Chicago, Illinois, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in communications, having held various roles at notable firms and worked with major clients across diverse industries.
Work at Golin
G.P. Ooi has been serving as a Director at Golin since 2020, based in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, he focuses on strategic, integrated communications solutions, utilizing traditional, social, and digital media tools. Ooi is also involved in the diversity, equity, and inclusion committee at Golin's Chicago office, where he organizes programming to facilitate open conversations and education. He is part of Team Pixel, which aims to connect and engage with a diverse workforce and marketplace.
Previous Experience
Before joining Golin, G.P. Ooi held various positions in the communications field. He worked as an Account Supervisor at MSLGROUP from 2016 to 2018 and as a Global Communications Manager at Leo Burnett for 10 months in 2015 to 2016. Ooi also served as Director of Communications at AgilityIO from 2014 to 2015. His earlier roles include positions at FleishmanHillard and Cramer Krasselt, where he gained extensive experience in account management and consumer marketing.
Education and Expertise
G.P. Ooi earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism with a focus on Public Relations from The University of Georgia. He also studied Mass Communication at Taylor's College. His educational background supports his expertise in strategic communications, enabling him to work effectively in fast-paced, multicultural environments that require collaboration across borders and time zones.
Client Engagement
Throughout his career, G.P. Ooi has worked with a diverse range of clients, including major brands such as PepsiCo, Johnson & Johnson, Humana, Ferrara, Discover, Walmart, Conagra Brands, and Verizon. His experience in managing communications for these clients highlights his ability to deliver integrated solutions tailored to various industries.
Community Involvement
G.P. Ooi actively volunteers with the Forest Preserve District of Cook County through the University of Illinois Extension's Master Naturalist program. His involvement in environmental conservation efforts reflects his commitment to community service and sustainability.