Meredith Atkinson

Meredith Atkinson built a career in marketing, communications, and community engagement, working with organizations across South Carolina. Her background spans agency, nonprofit, retail, and state government experience, where she developed and led strategic marketing and communications initiatives designed to connect people, strengthen communities, and support economic growth.

Meredith joined the South Carolina Power Team as Director of Communications, where she oversees the organization’s strategic communications and marketing efforts. In this role, she leads initiatives that promote the cooperative advantage and strengthen the South Carolina Power Team brand across the state’s electric cooperative service territory. She works closely with the state’s 19 electric cooperatives, economic development partners, and community leaders to share the story of how reliable, affordable power helps drive opportunity in South Carolina.

Prior to joining the South Carolina Power Team, Meredith served as Client Engagement Manager with Chernoff Newman, where she led integrated marketing and communications campaigns for clients across multiple industries. Her previous experience includes serving as Marketing Manager for Columbiana Centre and Augusta Mall, Communications Director with the South Carolina Department of Agriculture, and Executive Director of the Congaree Vista Guild, where she helped lead initiatives that supported business development, tourism, and the growth of Columbia’s arts and hospitality district.

Meredith is a graduate of Clemson University. She is active in her community, including Shandon United Methodist Church and her children’s school. She is the proud mother of two daughters, Collins and Dylan, and when she is not traveling for dance competitions or attending softball games, she enjoys spending time with family and friends at her favorite local restaurants.

“Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.” – Theodore Roosevelt