Woman of the Week

Laura, an exceptional leader at AT&T, is renowned for her inspirational, selfless, and inclusive leadership style. She consistently fosters a nurturing and dynamic environment that encourages individual growth and collective achievement. Laura's dedication to mentoring and developing the potential of her team is commendable and has created an environment where everyone feels valued and heard.

She is known for her open and honest communication, always being clear about results and areas of improvement. She holds open office hours and one-on-one sessions to encourage open dialogue and feedback, promoting a culture where every team member feels valued and heard.

Laura's commitment to her team is evident in her efforts to ensure they receive recognition for their successes. She not only trusts her team to conduct special projects but also gives them due recognition and exposure, making them feel honored and motivated to work.

She has been instrumental in steering the team through challenging times, transforming obstacles into opportunities for learning and growth. Her wisdom and guidance have been a beacon, inspiring resilience and courage in the face of adversity.

Laura is also dedicated to enhancing her team's visibility across various business units. She understands the importance of networking and showcasing her team's talents and accomplishments to the broader organization.

She has successfully built an amazing team culture that celebrates diversity of thought, fosters innovation, encourages teamwork, and promotes personal and professional growth. This culture is recognized as one of the best within AT&T.

Laura's impact extends beyond her immediate team. She spearheaded the creation of the current audit team, saving AT&T millions in revenue and limiting company loss by holding retail stores accountable to policies and procedures.

Her leadership has been praised by many within the organization, who have expressed their respect and admiration for her dedication to her role and her team. Her leadership style, described as servant leadership, is cherished by many who have been inspired by her actions.

In conclusion, Laura's exceptional leadership, relentless support, and dedication to her team's

success make her an exceptional leader and an invaluable asset to AT&T. Her leadership style, rooted in selflessness and wisdom, paves the way for a cooperative, productive, and inspired team. Laura is an epitome of a Woman of the Week, inspiring and motivating others through her actions and leadership.

NOMINATED BY:

Martin Sequin, Ceonna Messing, Dustin Talakowski, Matt Tosh, Rachel Kreider, Jason Hummel, Ashleigh Carr, Bryan Galaski, Dee Johnson, Dawn Manuel, Billy Feliciano, Ryan King, Jessica Bertram, Kevin Taylor, Rauchell Clark, Sam Langit, Karen Eyler, John Wood , Jon Fannin, Paul Gilles, Eric Schaffer, Timothy Cronin, Yeraldy Woolridge, Sheila Newcomb, Corey DeVries, and Kandice Mantiply

THELMA POINTER

Senior Solution Architecture

Nominated by: Camelia Kennedy

Thelma Pointer exemplifies excellence in everything she does! She goes above and beyond to deliver exceptional results in her role and has an unwavering commitment to supporting those around her. Her passion for making a positive impact consistently inspires anyone fortunate enough to be in her sphere; whether it's brainstorming innovative solutions or lending a hand to a colleague in need, she always strives to improve the lives of others through her work.

One of Thelma's most amazing qualities is her innate ability to connect people. She recognizes the value of collaboration and networking and actively fosters relationships between individuals who can benefit from knowing each other. My recent promotion stemmed from a professional relationship cultivated through a connection facilitated by Thelma.

Thelma's true impact lies in her ability to inspire and empower those around her. Through her positive attitude, infectious enthusiasm, and unwavering dedication, she often serves as a catalyst for positive change. Thereby, encouraging others to reach their full potential and strive for excellence in their own endeavors. In her role, she is pioneering new territory by assessing and implementing innovative processes that will revolutionize the way teams interact with applications and systems.

Thelma embodies true leadership and serves as a shining example of the professional leader we should all strive to become. Her passion for making a difference is infectious and she deserves to be featured as "Woman of the Week"!

ANDREA MALOY

Director - Technology

Nominated by: Rendy Mathews

If you are lucky, at some point in your career, you will work for an amazing group of women. I am one of those lucky people who work in an organization led by women that are consistently inspiring their team.

I would like to recognize Andrea Maloy for being an inspiring, fearless leader who leads by example. Andrea juggles multiple roles in an organization supporting over five thousand Resources. Her team impacts the work of each person in the Press organization daily. She does a great job of multitasking and providing leadership to all the different roles her team fills.

Andrea is not afraid to jump in and review issues and provide actionable feedback. Her analysis is always insightful and helps the team identify obstacles and determine how to solve issues.

You never feel unsupported working with Andrea. I have confidence that my decisions will be supported which leads me to make decisions and drive change. I know that when I challenge decisions or make suggestions to change processes and tools, I will have the support of Andrea and that she will pull in our AVP if necessary.

When you are working in a fast-paced environment, it is easy to feel overwhelmed. Andrea uses her skills to help direct her teams to the most important issues and prioritizes work. If I ever feel unsure about where to focus, she is always happy to give me feedback.

Andrea is extremely approachable and keeps work lighthearted and fun. While we work hard, we also support each other when anything good or bad happens in our lives.

Working for Leadership that consistently reminds me of how I want to be seen as a leader is so inspiring. I would like to see Andrea recognized as one of the leaders at AT&T who is modeling skills and behavior that are key to our success as a corporation.

MEGAN KLENZAK

VP-Field Operations Southeast

Nominated by: Cathy Balken

Megan leads a team of 7k bargained-for technicians, managers, and directors in the Southeast AT&T Field Organization where we install and repair internet and phone for residential and business customers.

She promoted me, encouraged me, even though I am NOT from network, to be myself, to use my ‘innovative mind.’ She gave me the courage and support to change the culture in an area that needed a more positive, principled approach. I heard a lot of 'we don't do it that way around here' yet in the face of that, Megan said, 'You are a visionary.' This made me realize that they just couldn't see what I saw, the possibilities of a better culture, a better life, a better experience, and so my challenge was to help them see.

She taught us all how to be intentional about adding diversity to our teams - techs and managers - and she has improved our workforce and culture as a result. Yet in the end, she gave me the credit for inspiring others to promote and recruit diverse applicants.

Megan exemplifies servant leadership in every aspect of her role. Her servant leadership philosophy not only drives our team's success but also inspires us to strive for excellence and support one another in achieving our goals. She is truly deserving of recognition for her outstanding leadership and selfless dedication to serving others. She is the epitome of a phenomenal woman.

WOMAN OF THE WEEK

THELMA POINTER

ANDREA MALOY

MEGAN KLENZAK

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