Jolly Atkins

About Jolly Atkins

With almost 20 years of combined experience across project management, product ownership, analytical reporting, marketing, and people leadership, I’ve built a career around solving complex problems, driving strategic initiatives, and enabling teams to deliver meaningful business outcomes. My background managing Product Owners has strengthened my ability to translate vision into execution—connecting customer needs, technology capabilities, and organizational priorities to deliver results that matter.In my current role as Chief of Staff to the President and CFO, I serve as a trusted advisor, strategist, and execution partner, helping shape enterprise‑level decision‑making and ensuring alignment across high‑impact initiatives. I thrive on bringing structure to ambiguity, creating clarity around priorities, and driving accountability across cross‑functional teams. Whether I’m leading project governance, preparing executive communications, standing in on leadership meetings, or supporting strategic planning, I’m focused on creating the conditions that allow leaders and teams to operate at their best.I take pride in my ability to build strong relationships at every level of an organization. My interpersonal and communication skills allow me to influence without authority, foster trust, and keep stakeholders aligned—even in fast‑paced, high‑stakes environments. I care deeply about delivering quality, elevating team performance, and ensuring that our work generates value—whether measured by customer satisfaction, operational efficiency, or financial impact.Hard‑working, adaptable, and collaborative, I excel in environments where strategic thinking meets hands‑on execution. I believe deeply in continuous improvement, proactive problem‑solving, and leading with integrity. Above all, I’m committed to contributing to organizations that are dynamic, innovative, and focused on long‑term success.

Experience

1. Chief of Staff to the President and CFO

   Radian

   Sep 2025 — Present · Wayne, PA, US

   In my role as Chief of Staff to the President and CFO, I serve as a trusted advisor, strategist, and execution partner—driving operational efficiency and ensuring alignment across the enterprise. I act as a force multiplier, enabling the President and CFO to focus on high‑impact leadership while I help bring clarity, momentum, and accountability to key priorities.[Job Descri.nt. CFO_v2 | Word]I lead governance for major initiatives, provide strategic counsel on critical decisions, and often represent the President and CFO in high‑visibility meetings. I develop executive communications and presentations, manage cross‑functional workstreams, track progress against strategic and financial goals, and ensure that follow‑ups and action items are completed with precision. I’m constantly looking for ways to improve processes, eliminate bottlenecks, and enhance productivity. I also lead and support special projects—especially those that span multiple departments or fall outside traditional organizational boundaries. I bring close to twenty years of experience working with leadership, along with strong strategic thinking, communication, project management, and relationship‑building skills. I’m comfortable navigating ambiguity, influencing across all levels, and handling sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

Education

• Temple University

  BA, Marketing, Psychology

  2003 — 2007

• Saint Joseph's University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Project Management