Robert Atkinson
About Robert Atkinson
Robert Atkinson is the Director of Commercial Marketing Strategy and Programs at TELUS in the Greater Toronto Area, Canada. He has extensive experience in pricing, acquisition strategies, and engineering, having held various roles at TELUS, Koodo, and Celestica.
Title and Current Role at TELUS
Robert Atkinson currently holds the position of Director, Commercial Marketing Strategy and Programs at TELUS. He operates out of the Greater Toronto Area, Canada, where he contributes to shaping the company's commercial marketing strategies and program implementations.
Previous Experience in Marketing and Pricing Roles
Robert previously held the role of Manager, Pricing and Acquisition at TELUS from 2021 to 2022. Prior to this, he served in a similar capacity at Koodo from 2019 to 2021. These roles allowed him to develop extensive experience in pricing strategies and acquisition models, significantly benefiting TELUS and Koodo.
Leadership in Repair and Support Programs
Between 2014 and 2019, Robert Atkinson was the Manager, Repair and Support Programs at TELUS. In this leadership role, he played a critical part in managing and enhancing repair and support services, leveraging his technical expertise to improve service efficiency.
Engineering and Quality Management at Celestica
Prior to joining TELUS, Robert built a solid foundation in engineering and quality management at Celestica. From 2008 to 2010, he was an Engineering Specialist - Six Sigma Black Belt, focusing on quality management and process improvement. He also served as an Engineering Advisor from 2010 to 2011.
Educational Background in Mechanical Engineering
Robert Atkinson earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.Sc.Eng.) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of New Brunswick, where he studied from 1998 to 2003. This educational background laid the groundwork for his extensive career in engineering and technical management.