Hugh J. Atkinson, CLU
President, Owner
Hugh Atkinson is a graduate of Wofford College in Spartanburg, SC. After earning his degree, he started his career in 1975 with Equitable Life Assurance Company. In 1980, he became Director of Employee Benefits for Frank E. Neal Company before starting Atkinson Company, Inc. in 1984.
Hugh’s 44+ years in the insurance industry have provided him with valuable perspective and insight into helping people protect, preserve and grow what is important to them.
Hugh is a past president of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors (Nashville Chapter) and past president of the Hendersonville Rotary Club. He has served on boards of Sumner County YMCA, Hendersonville Medical Center, Hendersonville Chamber of Commerce and Hendersonville Samaritan Association. Hugh was a member of the 2003 Leadership Nashville class. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee.
He resides in Hendersonville with his wife, Kathy. They enjoy traveling, golf, and playing with their granddaughter.