Alec Bleday runs the digital and interactive marketing for The Pantry, Inc.  Alec joined The Pantry team in 2010 after graduating from the University of Pennsylvania where he studied Communications, Classics, and worked for Philadelphia’s NPR and ESPN Radio affiliates.  Since joining The Pantry, Alec has led several marketing initiatives, started an email and text-based insider program, and established the Kangaroo Express brand’s presence on social networks. 

The Pantry, Inc. operates more than 1660 stores in 13 states throughout the Southeast under the Kangaroo Express and Petro Express banners.   He and the brand team are currently in the middle of a makeover of the company’s stores, brand, and digital identity.