Ashley S. White
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Aldine ISD, enhancing student potential through innovative academic advising and curriculum development. Excelled in data structuring and analytical research at Greater Houston Partnership, achieving impactful consumer insights. Demonstrates effective team collaboration and a knack for serving diverse communities, driving substantial improvements in program placements and student recruitment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Career and College Exploration Teacher
Aldine ISD
08.2017 - Current
- Provide students with appropriate academic and career advising, learning activities, and experiences relatable to core academic subject areas to help fulfill their full potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth
- Design and implements effective instructional strategies and engaging learning activities utilizing relevant work-related equipment
- Participate in curriculum and test writing to enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society
- Attend Professional Developments and relevant conferences to stay abreast of changes and workforce trends
Real Estate Professional
04.2015 - Current
- Use proactive marketing and networking to generate high-potential leads and build a client base
- Educate buyers and sellers on all aspects of the housing market and property sales process
- Continually hone market strategy by tracking which campaigns generate the most interest
Research Analyst Intern
Greater Houston Partnership
09.2016 - 12.2016
- Assisted the Senior Vice President of Research with editing and data mining responsibilities
- Aided in the preparation of the annual Economic Outlook
- As part of the research department, gathered, arranged, and edited research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations for stakeholders
Appraiser I Business & Industrial Property
HCAD
01.2015 - 03.2016
- Evaluated property metrics by leveraging CAMA tools for appraisal accuracy.
- Maintained contact with clients throughout the appraisal process to keep them informed of progress.
- Utilized computer software programs such as Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, when creating reports or analyzing data.
Merchant Assistant
Academy Sports & Outdoors
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Delivered support to vendors on purchase orders and item-related inquiries.
- Managed entry, revisions, proofreading, emailing, and tracking of import and domestic purchase orders.
- Met all departmental, vendor, seasonal, and import deadlines.
- Managed UPC retrieval, entry, and maintenance.
- Finalized processes for domestic, import, and private label items.
Assistant Director of Admissions
Art Institute of Houston
12.2012 - 01.2013
- Communicated with future students to evaluate, advise and accept students into College programs
- Scheduled and oversaw campus tours
- Monitored applicant files, detailed reporting, and yield information and made recommendations as to admissions decisions
Sales Manager
Macy's
Houston, TX
08.2010 - 12.2012
- Managed daily operations of sales department, including supervision of staff members.
- Improved profit margins by effectively managing expenses, budget and overhead, increasing closings and optimizing product turns.
- Trained, coached, and mentored junior sales personnel to ensure success in their roles.
- Cultivated strong professional relationships with suppliers and key clients to drive long-term business development.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Texas Women’s University
05-2017
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising
University of North Texas
Denton, TX12-2008
Skills
- Self-Directed Work & Team Collaboration
- Course & Program Planning (Structure, Placement, Recruitment)
- Project-Based Learning & Practical Field Management
- Staff & Program Management
- Effective Communication (Written & Verbal)
- Data Analysis & Research (Quantitative, Consumer Insights, Economic Studies)
- Diverse Community Engagement
- Assessment & Standards-Based Grading
- Program & Partnership Development
Accomplishments
- Instructional Leadership Coaching Workshop, Rice University, Selected to complete 23 hours of training and instruction in topics related to Instructional Leadership Coaching at the Glasscock School of Continuing Studies at Rice University., 2019
- Annual Economic Outlook, Greater Houston Partnerships, Assisted with gathering data, formatting data into the useful model, and proofing pre-published Key Economic Indicators and Houston: The Economy at a Glance publication., 2016-2017
- Recognized as Macy’s MAGIC Selling Coach Awarded for my ability to yield results
through product and sales coaching. - Completion of Academy Buying Academy Graduate program dedicated to retail math, data management, and retail software applications.
- Partnered with the Houston Texans and National Medal of Honor Museum to host a campus event promoting SEL and character building.
Certification
- Business Education and Finance Teaching Certificate
- Insurance Adjusting License
- Real Estate Sales Agent License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Career and College Exploration Teacher
Aldine ISD
08.2017 - Current
Research Analyst Intern
Greater Houston Partnership
09.2016 - 12.2016
Real Estate Professional
04.2015 - Current
Appraiser I Business & Industrial Property
HCAD
01.2015 - 03.2016
Merchant Assistant
Academy Sports & Outdoors
01.2013 - 01.2015
Assistant Director of Admissions
Art Institute of Houston
12.2012 - 01.2013
Sales Manager
Macy's
08.2010 - 12.2012
Master of Business Administration -
Texas Women’s University
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising
University of North Texas