Ashley applies expertise at the intersection of cultural change, politics and technology to steer networks of influence, protect our democracy and build political power for underserved communities.

She fought for years to make her voice—and all Black voices—heard in white spaces, first in the corporate world and then in politics. Now, Ashley’s creating transformative spaces that uplift BIPOC voices, while empowering progressive orgs to center BIPOC audiences in their work and communications.

Currently Senior Advisor in the Office of the President at Higher Heights for America, where she provides high-level strategic and organizational support in building the political power and leadership of Black women from the voting booth to elected office and creating the environment for Black women to run, win and lead.

Formerly a Managing Partner at A—B, Ashley led the campaign practice helping organizations develop meaningful engagement to invite participation in social justice and politics to create new narratives. She is also co-founder of Win Black, a national coalition and rapid content operation dedicated to campaigners across the country in order to counter misinformation, a form of digital voter suppression, targeted to Black voters.

Her 15+ years of experience includes roles as Ohio Digital Director for President Barack Obama’s 2012 re-election campaign, VP at 270 Strategies, and Federal Digital Director at MoveOn. She’s been recognized by Advertising Age as one of 40 under 40 Marketing Leaders, one of "50 Women Who Made the 2012 Election” by the Huffington Post, and "Top 20 in their 20's" by Crain’s Chicago Business.  She was also a recent visiting fellow at Harvard University’s Ash Center for Technology.

Ashley is a confidant and strong champion; someone established leaders and upstarts alike turn to for support and solutions. Authentic relationships are the cornerstone of her political practice.

Prior to her foray into politics, Ashley began her strategy career at Procter & Gamble leading early efforts in digital and social media for major brands such as Pampers, Tide, Secret, and Gillette—which led to her role as the sole social strategist for the billion dollar brand, Pantene.

A few of her additional past roles include: Vice President of Digital Experience at Upshot, First Vice President of Customer Engagement at Amalgamated Bank, Vice President of Digital & Creative at 270 Strategies, Global Social Analytics & Listening Manager for Beam Global Spirits & Wine, and Social Strategist at Weber Shandwick.

Ashley is an Ohioan through and through—born and raised in Cincinnati, attended the University of Cincinnati, started her career at Procter & Gamble and then criss-crossed the state on the 2012 Presidential re-elect.

She perfected her foodie nature after 10+ years living between Chicago, New York City and Washington, DC and returned home to Cincinnati, Ohio in 2021 to invest back in the city that raised her.