After more than two decades in several leadership roles throughout the organization—most recently as Regional Vice President of the West Division, Charter’s largest—Atkinson was promoted to oversee the company’s West, Northwest, Midwest and Great Lakes Regions in January. On her watch, those teams have improved key performance indicators and employee scorecard metrics, as she has guided the four regions though service enhancements including the recent launch of Spectrum’s Customer Commitment, multiple extreme weather events, several symmetrical and multigigabit speeds launches and rural expansion initiatives, bringing gigabit broadband to new homes and businesses.
“Overcoming imposter syndrome, a psychological phenomenon that causes people to doubt their abilities even when they have evidence of success. This fear is particularly prevalent among women and driven primarily because of self-doubt and the belief that success is due to things other than their skill level or hard work. It is important to experience mentorship and coaching that specifically target the development of self-confidence and assertiveness. By pairing aspiring female leaders with experienced mentors, organizations can provide a supportive environment where women can share experiences, receive constructive feedback and learn to recognize their value.”
If you could compete in one game or competition series, which would it be and why? It would undoubtedly be baseball. I have two children who flourish while playing the game and I have grown to love it. It is a timeless sport that embodies a blend of strategy, skill, and camaraderie and that resonates deeply with me. There is an inherent focus on teamwork. Each player has a specific role but success hinges on their ability to work together seamlessly. The thrill of successfully executing a double play or rallying as a team to overcome a deficit fosters a sense of unity and shared purpose that is truly exhilarating. Beyond the field, baseball cultivates lasting friendships and a sense of community and the nostalgia of playing catch in the backyard or celebrating a hard-fought win with teammates creates memories that last a lifetime. Ultimately, competing in baseball allows you to embrace the thrill of competition while fostering deep connections with others, making it the perfect choice for me.