71. Rhonda Taylor

EVP/Chief People Officer,  Cox Communications

Taylor feels that diversity is more than a tag line at Cox; she says it’s a critical business strategy that helps drives results for employees, customers and suppliers. This business imperative enables Cox to be an employer and a business of choice. “We’ve re-evaluated how we assess talent across the organization to ensure we are considering talent deeper within the organization to meet our evolving business needs,” Taylor says. Her duties including setting human capital strategy in support of Fox’s long-term strategy and operating plan. In addition, Taylor fosters student education and development through speaking engagements and serving on boards.