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IABC Atlanta | Riding the Waves of Change: Communications, Change Management, and the Future of Organizational Success
In today’s climate of rapid transformation, the ability to navigate change is no longer optional – it’s mission-critical. Join us on July 23, at noon – 1 p.m., for a dynamic virtual panel exploring the powerful connection between corporate communications and change management. Featuring thought leaders from the front lines of organizational transformation at each division of Cox Enterprises, this discussion will shed light on how these disciplines, individually and together, drive alignment, clarity, and results. Whether you’re a communications professional looking to broaden your impact or a change agent seeking deeper engagement strategies, this session offers practical insights for today’s business environment. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the tides of change – and how to ride them with purpose.
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Tekla celebrates 5 years at Cox Enterprises and serves as the Director of People, Experience, and Change Solutions, where she prides herself and her team on being a “technology translators”, and elevating the employee value proposition through a host of creative engagement programming for 400+ employees in CEI’s single largest department. Prior to Cox, Tekla honed her consultancy experience at Ernst & Young (EY) by deepening her understanding of technology’s role in change, particularly in robotic process automation, setting the stage for her current leadership role. Tekla has a bachelor’s in social psychology from Duke and an MBA and MPH from Emory. Before Business School, Tekla worked in a completely different space, addressing adolescent health and chronic disease concerns internationally at the CDC, the American Cancer Society, and other non-profits. Tekla is married, and she and her husband have a powerhouse of three kids who could be no more different from one another. She loves to travel and is excited about an upcoming trip to Tulum in September. |
Amy-Katherine (AK) Gray
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Amy-Katherine (“A.K.”) Gray is a seasoned business transformation leader with 20+ years of experience in industry and management consulting, currently serving as Sr. Director of Sales Readiness for Cox Automotive. In her role, she leads Change Management and Communications for the Sales & Performance Management team, aligning people, processes, and technology with Cox Auto’s dynamic go-to-market strategy. She is known for driving operational and financial integration while fostering cultures that engage teams and align with organizational goals. With a pragmatic and collaborative approach, A.K. identifies and executes strategic priorities and guides the cultural and behavioral shifts needed to sustain change. Her areas of expertise include strategic planning, project and portfolio management, process optimization, M&A/post-merger integration, change management and business readiness, operating model design, culture and engagement, and workforce planning. She lives in Atlanta, GA, with her husband and their 8-year-old daughter. |
Jessica Rossi
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Jessica works on the Enterprise Change Management team at Cox Communications, guiding the people-side of large cross-functional initiatives. Over her 20-year career at Cox, she has held roles spanning employee engagement, culture, communications, and operations. She previously led Cox Enterprises’ employee volunteer program and community outreach, and at Cox Communications, she drove corporate social responsibility strategy, including digital inclusion, internet safety, and small business support. As wellness manager, she built the company’s enterprise-wide wellness program, supporting workforce health and HR transformation. Jessica has served on multiple nonprofit boards and coached for Girls on the Run. She is a graduate of LEAD Atlanta, Leadership Buckhead, and the MS Leadership Class. Her work has been recognized by PR News and Women’s Health magazine. Outside of work, Jessica’s passion for transformation shows up in her personal life—she’s a board-certified health coach, yoga teacher, running coach, and certified forest therapy guide. She’s deeply curious about the intersection of physical and mental wellbeing, especially how it shapes our ability to “find flow” at work. Jessica graduated cum laude from the University of Georgia’s Grady College. She lives in North Georgia with her husband, David, and their pup, Lexi, and spends weekends on the trails. |