Type Of Business:
Texas-based restaurant company
Major Product/SVS:
Company-operated restaurants; Franchise-operated restaurants; One licensed restaurant
Hobbies/Sports:
Being active in her homeowners association
Education Degrees:
MBA, University of Phoenix (2004); Bachelor's Degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management, The University of Houston (2000)
Affiliations Awards:
GHRA; University of Houston Alumni Association; University of Phoenix's Alumni Association; Board Member, Secretary, Former President, Homeowners Association
Charity:
Team in Training Member, Leukemia and Lymphoma Society; MS 150 Houston to Austin; Server, Thanksgiving and Christmas Meals, Citywide Club; Susan G. Komen for the Cure
Number Of Years In Profession:
15
Number Of Years In Current Position:
5
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to a combination of her mother's encouragement, professional and college mentors that gave her positive guidance to further her career and her own receptiveness, when working with team members and vendors.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession after originally starting in operations, then sales and then worked distribution and is now the director of purchasing.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Atkinson was promoted to director of purchasing in October of 2009, and started with the company in October of 2006.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Analyzing the commodities markets daily; Negotiating contracts with vendors; Researching and purchasing efficient products; Delivering quality products at a minimum cost to the company
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Atkinson plans to continue growing in the company, as well as continuing to keep costs down for the company.