Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Software
Work Preference
Timeline
Additional Experience
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Ashley Hamilton

Dallas,TX
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Ashley Hamilton

Summary

Experienced nonprofit professional with a proven track record in project management, community engagement, and leadership roles. Adept at driving positive transformations, my distinctive skill set has been developed through various positions, including Executive Director of Operations & Resources at Corporate Confidence. In this pivotal role, I played a key part in launching and operationalizing a startup, developing comprehensive offerings, and fostering online presence through strategic website design and social media marketing. My mission is to leverage this corporate confidence and extensive experience to unite the corporate world with its communities, driving economic and educational change in the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex.

Overview

25
years of professional experience
2
Certificate

Work History

Team FCD

Guest Services Supervisor
01.2010 - Current

Job overview

  • Member of stadium operations part-time leadership team commissioned to resolve customer service issues and execute customer entry and exit to/from Toyota Stadium
  • Supervise 10-12 ticket takers directly and 55+ part-time staff at large
  • (Training, customer service, mediation/conflict resolution)
  • Work with diverse populations and public service entities to ensure safety for all and have working knowledge of stadium layout to successfully guide all stakeholders.

Paul Quinn College

Work Program Director | Adjunct Professor
01.2021 - 01.2024

Job overview

  • Managed day-to-day operations and a 2-million-dollar department budget while collaborating with executive leadership on strategy, recruitment and retention of students and corporate partners
  • Improved partnership numbers to 40+ from 27 in 2021
  • From 2021- 2023, served as lead instructor for the college's Career Management course required of all incoming students to the college
  • Created opportunities for partner interaction with students, both on campus and at partner locations
  • Created a yearly conference called L.E.A.P
  • Week to give all students exposure, experience, engagement, and encouragement with the corporate world
  • Small group sessions, mixers, professional development, and community service opportunities were presented in a variety of ways for the 3-day conference.

Corporate Confidence

Executive Director, Operations & Resources
01.2020 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Collaborated with founder/CEO in launching and executing the initial foundational operations and framework of a startup, contributing to the development of comprehensive package offerings that aligned with the company's goals and vision
  • Spearheaded website design and played a key role in social media marketing strategies, enhancing the company's online presence and brand visibility, while also implementing effective financial organizational structures for streamlined operations
  • Demonstrated strong organizational skills by planning and executing the 6 session Confidence Series (Classy, Cool, Calm) both virtual and in-person events, showcasing the ability to manage logistical details and ensure successful event outcomes.

The Container Store

Visual Sales Specialist
01.2020 - 01.2021

Job overview

  • An integral member of the flagship store merchandising team, responsible for early morning truck unloading and store merchandising, ensuring timely and organized display of products for an enhanced customer shopping experience
  • Selected to lead the "Gift Wrap Wonderland part-time team" during the holiday season, successfully maintaining optimal stock levels and orderliness, showcasing strong leadership skills and attention to detail while fulfilling and processing customer orders with accuracy and a positive customer-centric approach. Top-selling GRW in all of the company for the holiday season.

City Year

Community Engagement Director/ Impact Director/ Impact Manager
10.2014 - 01.2019

Job overview

  • Founding member of the Dallas site as an Impact Manager supervising 10 AmeriCorps members through an eleven-month, full-time, school-based service program with goals of keeping students on track to graduate, establishing positive relationships with school partners and providing leadership development for AmeriCorps Members (ACM)
  • As Impact Director supervised 4 Impact Managers and 40 AmeriCorps Members
  • Liaised with Executive Directors and Principals as the contact for program fidelity, growth, and partner engagement
  • Served as site point for Career Readiness Program - Leadership After City Year (LACY), which assisted ACMs with finding their path and ensuring transferrable skills to take into post-service life
  • 2018 - LACY leader of the year

Dallas Independent School District

College and Career Readiness Coordinator
01.2014 - 10.2014

Job overview

  • Mentored and assisted Tier 2 students, keeping them on track to graduate with a post-secondary plan
  • Collaborated with counselors, faculty, and college access program representatives to offer graduation guidance to students with limited parent/guardian presence.

Education

Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT

Master of Science from Organizational Leadership
05.2016

Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TX

Bachelor of Arts from History
05.2003

Skills

  • Management
  • Communication
  • Travel Coordination
  • Leadership and Change Management
  • Event Planning/ Management
  • Operations Management
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Staff Development and Training
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Program Development
  • Public Speaking/ Presentations
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Relationship Building
  • Process Improvement
  • Strategic Planning
  • CRM Software

Certification

Certified Nonprofit Professional Certificate, Arizona State University and Center for Nonprofit Management

Licensed Childcare Director, Texas Department of Family and Protective Services

P.L.EX. (Preparing Leaders for Excellence), Disney Cruise Line

YMCA: Various certifications in training, risk management, fiscal management, and volunteerism.


Accomplishments

2018- LACY Leader of the Year

Software

Microsoft Suite

Google Suite

Blackbaud

Salesforce

Canvas

Canva

Asana

Smartsheet

Power BI

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CulturePaid time offCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsWork from home option401k match

Timeline

Work Program Director | Adjunct Professor

Paul Quinn College
01.2021 - 01.2024

Executive Director, Operations & Resources

Corporate Confidence
01.2020 - 01.2022

Visual Sales Specialist

The Container Store
01.2020 - 01.2021

Community Engagement Director/ Impact Director/ Impact Manager

City Year
10.2014 - 01.2019

College and Career Readiness Coordinator

Dallas Independent School District
01.2014 - 10.2014

Guest Services Supervisor

Team FCD
01.2010 - Current

Quinnipiac University

Master of Science from Organizational Leadership

Southern Methodist University

Bachelor of Arts from History

Additional Experience

Anthony Travel, Inc. | Event Manager

Disney Cruise Line | Youth Activities Manager

North Texas State Soccer Association | Olympic Development Program/Youth Travel Administrator

Semones Family YMCA | School Age Site Director | Childcare Coordinator | Childcare Director

Ashley Hamilton