August 19, 2025
From the earliest days of her career, Autumn Blackmon-Burk, Group Senior Vice President of Strategy at GCI Health, has demonstrated an extraordinary blend of passion, empathy and strategic brilliance, consistently leveraging complex technologies to simplify healthcare journeys for real people. Autumn’s groundbreaking contributions and unwavering commitment to advancing community health have fueled an impressive career trajectory, and they have also recently earned her a spot on the prestigious PRSA-NY 15 Under 35 list.
The PRSA-NY 15 Under 35 program recognizes exceptional young professionals who are making significant strides in the public relations industry, setting new standards for excellence and inspiring future generations. With her unparalleled ability to fuse data-driven insights with innovative technology, Autumn is the quintessential honoree for this distinguished recognition.
Autumn’s career journey began with a focus on women’s health, where she quickly made her mark leading advocacy programs that expanded accessibility to contraception to students through health and student organizations. This impactful work garnered multiple Silver Anvil and Big Apple awards, showcasing her early mastery of impactful, purpose-driven communications.
At GCI Health, Autumn counsels clients across the healthcare spectrum. She has been a catalyst in leading the agency’s global integration of AI into strategic approaches and a leader in advancing GCI Health’s transformative data-first communications approach.
“Autumn embodies the combination of promise and purpose needed to propel the future of healthcare communications forward,” says Kristin Cahill, Global CEO, GCI Group. “Her ability to synthesize complex information and translate it into actionable strategies is remarkable. Beyond her impressive skillset, her collaborative spirit and dedication to mentorship make her an invaluable asset to our agency. She is a rising star in our industry and an ideal candidate for the PRSA-NY 15 Under 35 Award.”
Read more about the PRSA-NY 15 Under 35 Awards here.