Our Team
Ashley Ahlers
Director, Partnerships and Communication
Team member since July 2024
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If you’re a journalist, or if you have questions about our communications or community partnership opportunities, reach out to me! Email Ashley
About Ashley
Responsibilities
Ashley manages JRE’s partnerships and communications activities. This includes:
- Leading day-to-day communications, including managing JRE’s digital presence, branding, messaging and thought leadership initiatives.
- Developing and implementing a comprehensive communications strategy.
- Cultivating and nurturing philanthropic partnerships and other collaborative initiatives that advance JRE’s mission and vision.
- Representing JRE through nonprofit board service and/or local or state advisory committees.
Proudest Accomplishment
“My proudest accomplishment is raising my two children and witnessing them grow, learn, and discover all the magic in this world.”
Before Joining JRE
- Director, Justice Philanthropy, United Way of the Greater Triangle
- Director of Development, Compass Center for Women and Families
- Director of Development, Dress for Success Triangle NC
- Assistant District Attorney, 14th Judicial District
Education, Awards, Community Engagement
- J.D., Small Business Law and Community Development, North Carolina Central University Law School
- B.S., Marketing and Management, UNC Charlotte Belk College of Business
Beyond the Work
Outside of work, Ashley enjoys audiobooks and podcasts, brunch, and laughing with her kids and husband.