William Ashton
About William Ashton
William Ashton is an experienced operations executive currently working in US Operations at air up since 2021. He has held senior positions at various companies, including Hourglass Cosmetics, The Honest Company, and Thrive Causemetics, and has a strong background in supply chain solutions and technology deployment.
Current Role at air up
William Ashton currently serves as the US Operations lead at air up, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and implementing effective supply chain solutions. His experience in the industry allows him to contribute significantly to the company's growth and operational success.
Previous Experience in Operations Management
William Ashton has held several senior operations roles in various companies. He worked as SVP Operations at Hourglass Cosmetics from 2014 to 2015 and at The Honest Company from 2015 to 2017. Additionally, he served as EVP Operations at Thrive Causemetics Inc. from 2017 to 2018. His roles involved overseeing operational strategies and optimizing supply chain processes.
Logistics and Consulting Background
Prior to his senior leadership roles, William Ashton worked as a Logistics Strategy Consultant for Modnique and BCBGMAXAZARIAGROUP from 2013 to 2014. His extensive experience includes a long tenure at Polo Ralph Lauren as Senior Director of Distribution from 1984 to 1997, where he developed logistics strategies that supported the company’s distribution needs.
Education and Training
William Ashton earned a Bachelor's Degree in Molecular Biology from Muskingum University. He also attended Naval Flight School, where he trained as an Attack Helicopter Pilot, further enhancing his leadership and operational skills.
Expertise in Team Leadership and Technology Deployment
William Ashton specializes in developing and leading high-performance teams across various global locations. He has a track record of implementing supply chain solutions that remain effective long after their deployment. His expertise includes optimizing system solutions through effective technology deployment, which he considers essential for operational success.