Ashley Atkins
About Ashley Atkins
Ashley Atkins serves as the Senior Vice President at Porter Novelli, bringing over 16 years of experience in nonprofit and for-profit sectors. She has held various leadership roles, including Vice President at Ogilvy and Edelman, and has a strong focus on impactful storytelling and intentional communications.
Current Role at Porter Novelli
Ashley Atkins serves as Senior Vice President at Porter Novelli, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she focuses on strategic communications and storytelling, leveraging her extensive experience to drive impactful narratives for clients. Her work emphasizes the importance of creating meaningful conversations that resonate with audiences.
Previous Experience at Ogilvy
Prior to her current role, Ashley Atkins worked at Ogilvy as Vice President of Public Relations from 2020 to 2021. Based in Los Angeles, California, she contributed to the agency's public relations strategies, enhancing brand visibility and engagement for various clients.
Nonprofit Sector Experience
Ashley Atkins has significant experience in the nonprofit sector, having served as Director of Development at U.S.VETS from 2017 to 2020. In this role, she focused on fundraising and development initiatives to support veterans. She also held various positions at the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, including Regional Event Manager and National Manager of Affiliate Development, where she managed events and affiliate programs.
Educational Background
Ashley Atkins holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Emory University, which she earned from 2001 to 2005. Additionally, she completed a Diversity and Inclusion Certificate at Cornell University from 2020 to 2021, further enhancing her expertise in creating inclusive environments within organizations.
Career Overview and Expertise
With over 16 years of experience in both nonprofit and for-profit sectors, Ashley Atkins specializes in helping organizations articulate their stories and foster change through intentional communications. Her expertise includes strategic marketing, public relations, and event management, making her a versatile leader in the communications field.