Roxy Jacenko is an influential Australian businesswoman and socialite, recognized for her significant contributions to the public relations industry.
She gained widespread attention as a contestant on the third season of The Celebrity Apprentice Australia in 2013, where her dynamic personality and strategic approach to challenges set her apart.
Beyond reality television, Roxy is the founder of Sweaty Betty PR, a highly regarded public relations firm that has worked with numerous high-profile clients and brands.
Profile
- Full name: Roxanne Jacenko
- Date of birth: June 8, 1980
- Age: 44 years old
- Gender: Female
- Place of birth: Sydney, Australia
- Nationality: Australian
- Profession: Businesswoman, Socialite, Author, Public Speaker
- Height: 1.7 m
- Parents: Nick Jacenko (father), Doreen Davis (mother)
- Siblings: Ruby Jacenko (sister)
- Spouse: Oliver Curtis
- Children: Pixie Curtis, Hunter Curtis
- Relationship status: Married
- Religion: N/A
- Ethnicity: N/A
- Net worth: USD 15 million
Early Life and Education
Roxy Jacenko, currently 44 years old, was born on June 8, 1980, in Sydney, Australia. Her parents, Nick Jacenko and Doreen Davis, emphasized hard work and ambition, providing her with a strong foundation. Growing up in Sydney’s affluent suburbs shaped her business acumen and social understanding. She has one sister, Ruby Jacenko.
Roxy attended local schools in Sydney, but details about her specific educational institutions are not widely publicized. She began working at a young age, gaining valuable experience that fueled her entrepreneurial spirit.
After completing her secondary education, she pursued roles in the fashion industry, eventually founding her own PR firm at the age of 24. Her career in public relations began with a receptionist role at the fashion brand Diesel, sparking her interest in PR and marketing. Although she did not attend university, her early experiences laid the groundwork for her career.
Personal Life
Roxy Jacenko married Oliver Curtis in 2012. The couple met through mutual friends and quickly developed a relationship that led to their marriage. They have two children, Pixie Curtis and Hunter Curtis. Pixie has followed in her mother’s entrepreneurial footsteps, launching her own businesses at a young age.
In 2016, Oliver Curtis faced legal issues when he was convicted of insider trading and sentenced to prison. Roxy publicly supported him during this challenging period, managing family life while he served his sentence. He was released in 2017, and the couple has since maintained a united family front.
Career
Roxy Jacenko founded Sweaty Betty PR in 2004 at age 24. The agency quickly earned a reputation for innovative public relations strategies, attracting major clients like Peugeot and Coles Supermarkets. Roxy‘s talent for identifying trends and crafting impactful marketing campaigns solidified Sweaty Betty PR as one of Australia’s top PR firms.
Beyond Sweaty Betty PR, Roxy launched The Ministry of Talent, focusing on influencer management and creative talent representation, and Social Union, a social media content creation agency. She has also appeared on several television shows, including I Am… Roxy (2019), which offered an inside look into her life as a busy entrepreneur and mother. Her ventures in publishing include novels inspired by her experiences in the fashion and PR industries.
Through seminars and workshops, Roxy shares insights into business strategies and personal branding with aspiring entrepreneurs across Australia.
Awards
- Runner-up on The Celebrity Apprentice Australia (2013)
Net Worth
Roxy Jacenko‘s net worth is estimated to be around USD 15 million, primarily from her PR firm Sweaty Betty PR, and other ventures such as Pixie’s Bows and The Ministry of Talent.
Controversy
Roxy Jacenko’s appearance on The Celebrity Apprentice Australia was marked by heated exchanges with contestants Prue MacSween and Stephanie Rice. These interactions attracted media attention and divided viewer opinions on her approach to competition.
Her husband’s legal troubles also placed Roxy under public scrutiny. While many supported her for standing by him, others criticized their lifestyle. Despite these challenges, Roxy maintained a strong public presence, sharing both struggles and successes through social media.
Additionally, Roxy faced criticism regarding certain characters in her novels, which some speculated were based on real-life figures in Sydney’s social scene. This stirred debates over privacy boundaries in fiction versus reality.
Social Media
- Instagram: @roxyjacenko
- Twitter: @roxyjacenko
Filmography
- The Celebrity Apprentice Australia (2013) – Herself
- I Am… Roxy (2019) – Herself
- SAS Australia (2020) – Herself
Books
- Strictly Confidential: A Jazzy Lou Novel (2012)
- The Rumour Mill: A Jazzy Lou Novel (2013)
- The Spotlight (N/A)
- Penelope’s Playground (N/A)
- Roxy’s Little Black Book of Tips and Tricks (2018)
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