Melinda Hudgins Noblitt, C MD
About Melinda Hudgins Noblitt, C MD
Melinda Hudgins Noblitt, C MD is the Director of Corporate Social Responsibility at Asurion and Co-Host of the Lipstick Economy Podcast. She has extensive experience in diversity, equity, inclusion, and marketing, and has received multiple awards for her contributions.
Title: Director, Corporate Social Responsibility
Melinda Hudgins Noblitt currently holds the position of Director, Corporate Social Responsibility at Asurion. She stepped into this role in 2023 and is based in Nashville, Tennessee. In this capacity, Melinda oversees initiatives aimed at integrating social responsibility into the company's core operations, ensuring Asurion’s commitment to ethical practices and community engagement.
Work History at Asurion
Melinda Hudgins Noblitt has an extensive history of roles at Asurion, showcasing her versatility and expertise. Starting as Manager, Employer Brand | Talent Attraction & Outreach in 2018, she then progressed to Sr. Manager, Recruiting Programs | Diversity & Talent Strategy by 2020. She continued in various capacities related to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) before becoming Director, Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion and Corporate Social Responsibility in 2023. Her journey at Asurion is marked by a steady climb through positions of increasing responsibility, illustrating her ability to lead and innovate within complex corporate structures.
Lipstick Economy Podcast: Co-Host
Since 2019, Melinda Hudgins Noblitt has co-hosted the Lipstick Economy Podcast. The podcast is dedicated to discussing marketing strategies aimed at women and sharing stories of impactful female leaders. This role highlights her passion for media and communication, leveraging her background to contribute to conversations about gender-focused marketing.
Board and Committee Memberships
Melinda Hudgins Noblitt serves on several boards and committees, including the Nashville Public Television Board of Directors, FUTURO Executive Board and Employer Advisory Board, TEDxNashvilleWomen Steering Committee, and Red Letter Day: A Marketing to Women Conference Steering Committee. These roles reflect her commitment to community engagement, educational initiatives, and women's leadership.
Education and Expertise
Melinda Hudgins Noblitt earned a Bachelor's of Science in Mass Communication - Electronic Media Journalism with minors in Spanish and Speech/Theater from Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU). Her educational background laid the foundation for her career in media, marketing, and corporate social responsibility, equipping her with diverse skills in communication and strategic planning.
Significant Projects and Initiatives
Among her notable achievements, Melinda Hudgins Noblitt led the development of an award-winning Software Engineer Apprenticeship program at Asurion, the first of its kind in Tennessee. Additionally, she managed marketing efforts for over 2 million square feet of retail shopping centers in both Nashville and Chicago MSAs, further demonstrating her broad skill set in management and marketing.