Alex Slaughter

I believe the best things in life are the ones that have been given a second life: a thrifted jacket with new embroidery, a Tuesday turned into an impromptu dinner party, a stranger who becomes a friend after one good conversation. I've built a career, and a life, around making people and things feel a little more cared for than they were before.

I'm the Office Coordinator at Atomic, where I joined in July of 2026. I was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, and I still carry that city with me every day: the funky energy, the art, the diversity, and (of course) the cooking.

I received my BA in Advertising & Public Relations, along with my MS in Global Strategic Communication, from Loyola University Chicago. Throughout my studies and career, I've been consistently drawn to breaking down communication barriers, making art, and making the spaces around me a little more hospitable.

My path here wasn't a straight line, but looking back, the thread was always there. I ran the service desk and led tours at Loyola, where I fell in love with creating atmosphere and working alongside a big team. I moved into digital marketing at Emerald Expositions, sharpening my skills while sitting on the company's DEI board, joining their public speaking team, and freelance writing for their magazines on the side. Then, as a Business Development Representative at Axiom, I learned the fundamentals of managing client relationships, and I started a social selling club to help people build their professional presence on LinkedIn. It was also at Axiom that I met Tiffany, our office coordinator. The way she brought magic into every room, and the impact that had on people's days, is what made me realize this was the role I wanted to grow into.

If there's one thing that connects everything I've done, it's people. I've always gravitated toward service: hosting dinner parties, making my own Christmas gifts, and everything in between. My favorite piece of advice is "every day is a school day," even when the lessons aren't ones you asked for. I believe we all come out the other side a little more evolved, and that's what keeps me showing up curious.

What drew me to Atomic was how genuine everyone is: kind, interesting people who care about their work and go the extra mile. "Give a Shit" is my favorite Atomic value. I've been told my whole life that I "care too much," and for the first time, I feel like I'm somewhere that matches my energy.

Outside of work, you'll find me rollerskating, building out my own cookbook, exploring new Chicago neighborhoods with friends, or thrifting and mending my own clothes. I used to be a personal shopper at Buffalo Exchange, and I still love helping people find pieces that feel like them. Whether it's a piece of clothing, a room, or a first day at a new job, I'm always looking for ways to help something (or someone) feel a little more like home.