Bloomberg explores why CFOs are increasingly at the center of a broader C-suite reshuffle as organizations seek strategic leaders equipped to drive transformation, growth, and organizational agility.
Ashley Travis supports executive search assignments across a range of industries, bringing a collaborative approach, strong research capabilities, and a commitment to securing exceptional talent. She partners with clients and senior leaders throughout the process to understand the requirements of the role, develop strategies, and identify the right individuals for critical leadership roles.
Professional Focus
- Experience in full-cycle executive search for C-suite and senior leadership roles across the U.S. and Canada
- Skilled in candidate research and assessment, market mapping, search strategy development, client and candidate engagement, and relationship building
- Recruitment in a range of industries spanning manufacturing and fabrication, industrial, data centers, automotive, forensics, border security, drug detection, insurance, and energy services
Business Expertise
- Manager, New Markets at Eau Claire Distillery, Alberta, Canada; focused on international new market expansion; promoted from Market Research Analyst
- Sales Development Rep at social media management company NeoReach, Orlando
- Internships in finance, marketing, and operations
Additional Expertise
- Technology
- Automotive
- Insurance
- Energy and Oilfield Services
- Aerospace and Defense
- Forest Products
- Flavoring and Ingredients
- Medical Devices
- Industrial
- Professional Services
- Technology
- Family-Owned/Privately Held Organizations
- Energy
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor of Science in Finance and Marketing, Florida State University
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