Ashley R. Glover
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Union Pacific, excelling in strategic planning and team management. Cultivated high-performing teams, enhancing collaboration and engagement, while implementing capital projects that improved operational efficiency. Recognized for fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, significantly boosting employee morale and retention.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Track Maintenance
Union Pacific
Kansas City, MO
08.2020 - Current
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
Director of Track Maintenance
Alton & Southern Railway
East St. Louis, IL
09.2017 - 08.2020
- Orchestrated track maintenance across several miles of railroad across spanning across Illinois.
- Developed a team of 3 managers while facilitating career development.
- Developed and implemented multiple capital projects across the territory.
Manager of Track Projects
Union Pacific
St. Paul, Minnesota
04.2016 - 09.2017
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
Manager of Track Maintenance
Union Pacific
Boonville, MO
01.2016 - 05.2016
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Managed budget allocations to prioritize spending on high-impact projects, optimizing resource utilization.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
Manager of Track Maintenance
Union Pacific
Council Bluffs, IA
05.2014 - 01.2016
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Webster University
St. Louis, MO05-2014
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO05-2010
Skills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- People management
- Operations management
- Project management
- Team management
- Creativity and innovation
- Team leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective leader
- Innovation management
Timeline
Director of Track Maintenance
Union Pacific
08.2020 - Current
Director of Track Maintenance
Alton & Southern Railway
09.2017 - 08.2020
Manager of Track Projects
Union Pacific
04.2016 - 09.2017
Manager of Track Maintenance
Union Pacific
01.2016 - 05.2016
Manager of Track Maintenance
Union Pacific
05.2014 - 01.2016
MBA - Business Administration
Webster University
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Missouri