Ashley Corkum
About Ashley Corkum
Ashley Corkum is a Senior Project Manager at Arcturus (XR Studio) in Halifax, Nova Scotia, with a background in project management and event coordination. She has previously held roles at the Heart and Stroke Foundation and the Halifax Pop Explosion Music Festival and Conference.
Current Role at Arcturus
Ashley Corkum serves as a Senior Project Manager at Arcturus, an XR Studio located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. She has held this position since 2021. In her role, she oversees various projects within the studio, ensuring that they are completed on time and meet the established objectives. Her experience in project management contributes to the studio's innovative work in extended reality.
Previous Experience at Heart and Stroke Foundation
Prior to her current role, Ashley Corkum worked at the Heart and Stroke Foundation as a Program Coordinator from 2008 to 2011. During her three years there, she was responsible for coordinating programs that aimed to raise awareness and support for heart and stroke health initiatives.
Experience in Halifax Pop Explosion Music Festival
Ashley Corkum has significant experience in the music festival sector, having worked at the Halifax Pop Explosion Music Festival and Conference. She served as Operations Manager from 2016 to 2018 and previously held the position of Event Coordinator/Manager from 2009 to 2016. Her roles involved managing various aspects of the festival, contributing to its successful execution over several years.
Educational Background at Dalhousie University
Ashley Corkum studied at Dalhousie University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. Her studies focused on Philosophy and Russian, spanning from 2002 to 2007. This educational background has provided her with critical thinking skills and a diverse perspective that she applies in her professional roles.
Career Progression at Arcturus
Before becoming a Senior Project Manager, Ashley Corkum worked at Arcturus as a Project Manager from 2018 to 2021. In this role, she managed various projects and contributed to the studio's growth in the XR industry. Her transition to Senior Project Manager reflects her development and expertise in project management within the organization.