Cox Enterprises Announces Promotions in Corporate Security Department

Eric Winter and Rob Gray promoted to new roles

Cox Enterprises today announced that Eric Winter and Rob Gray are being promoted to senior director of investigations and technical risk and senior director of security operations and executive protection, respectively. They report to Duane Ritter, senior vice president of corporate services and enterprise security.

“Cox’s security team is world class thanks to great employees like Eric and Rob,” said Ritter. “They ensure that our employees, leaders and facilities are secure. With more than 55,000 employees and operations across the country and globe, Cox has a large footprint. Eric and Rob provide exemplary leadership, and I’m proud they are continuing to grow their careers within the company.”

Winter is responsible for strategizing, developing and implementing all phases of the company’s investigation operations. His team reduces risks and responds to incidents to ensure physical and financial security for the organization.

Prior to Cox, he worked for Delta, the U.S. Secret Service and the U.S. Navy. He has a bachelor’s degree in political science from the U.S. Naval Academy and a master’s degree in management of global information technology from American University. Winter is a board member for Atlanta Metropol and Lassiter Junior Football.

Gray manages the global security assets for Cox Enterprises’ executive leadership and stakeholders. He oversees security, executive protection and response protocols, as well as threat mitigation and assessment. He also serves as an adjunct professor for Bellevue University’s security management and public administration courses.

Prior to Cox, he held international security roles with Novelis, First Data and Western Union. He also worked for the U.S. Secret Service. Gray received a bachelor’s degree in business and a master’s degree in futures analysis from North Central College.

About Cox Enterprises:
Cox Enterprises is a leading communications, media and automotive services company. With revenues of $18 billion and approximately 55,000 employees, the company's major operating subsidiaries include Cox Communications (cable television distribution, high-speed Internet access, telephone, home security and automation, commercial telecommunications and advertising solutions); Cox Automotive (automotive-related auctions, financial services, media and software solutions); and Cox Media Group (television and radio stations, digital media, newspapers and advertising sales rep firms).

The company's major national brands include Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, Manheim, Savings.com and Valpak. Through Cox Automotive, the company’s international operations stretch across Asia, Australia, Europe and Latin America. To learn more about Cox's commitment to people, sustainability and our communities, please visit CoxCSRReport.com.

For further information: Elizabeth Olmstead, 678-645-0762, elizabeth.olmstead@coxinc.com