Ashley Ellis, Ph.D., M.B.A
About Ashley Ellis, Ph.D., M.B.A
Ashley Ellis, Ph.D., M.B.A, serves as the Director of Employee Experience at Businessolver, where she leads the HRBP team and collaborates with various departments to implement people programs. She holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership and an MBA, and has extensive experience in human resources and organizational development across multiple companies.
Work at Businessolver
Ashley Ellis serves as the Director of Employee Experience at Businessolver, a role she has held since 2022. In this position, she provides leadership for the Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) team and offers global support across various functions. Her responsibilities include collaborating with Talent Acquisition, People Operations, and Total Rewards teams to design and implement people programs that enhance employee engagement and talent management.
Education and Expertise
Ashley Ellis holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Organizational Leadership from Pepperdine University, which she completed from 2016 to 2020. She also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Business Administration and Management from California State University, Fullerton, between 2008 and 2010. Additionally, she obtained a Master’s Degree in Psychology from Pepperdine University from 2012 to 2014. Her educational background supports her expertise in human resources and organizational development.
Professional Background
Prior to her current role at Businessolver, Ashley Ellis held several positions in human resources and organizational development. She worked at Ignite (formerly Tendermint) as the Director of People & Organizational Development from 2021 to 2022 and previously served as a Senior Human Resources Business Partner at the same company. Before that, she was involved in Leadership and Organizational Development at Gallup from 2015 to 2017 and worked at Limeade from 2018 to 2021. She also served as the Executive Director of People and Operations at NVISION Eye Centers from 2017 to 2018.
Achievements in HR Strategy
In her various roles, Ashley Ellis has implemented HR programs and policies aimed at supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce. She serves as a thought partner to leaders on critical business and people-related processes, including organizational design and headcount planning. Her leadership in end-to-end HR strategies has focused on enhancing talent management and employee engagement across organizations.
Previous Experience
Ashley Ellis has a diverse professional history that includes working as a Sales Executive at Allergan from 2012 to 2016. Her experience spans multiple sectors, allowing her to develop a comprehensive understanding of organizational needs and employee relations. This background has contributed to her effectiveness in human resources and organizational development roles.