Ashley Burgess
About Ashley Burgess
Ashley Burgess serves as the Director of Revenue Operations at Cvent, where she leverages her extensive experience in project management and strategic planning. With a background in psychology and business administration, she effectively manages complex projects and teams to enhance operational efficiency.
Current Role as Director of Revenue Operations
Ashley Burgess currently serves as the Director of Revenue Operations at Cvent, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and managing complex projects and teams. Her responsibilities include overseeing revenue strategies and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. She operates in a hybrid work environment based in McLean, Virginia.
Previous Experience at Cvent
Ashley Burgess has held multiple roles at Cvent prior to her current position. She worked as a Senior Manager, Revenue Operations from 2023 to 2024, and as a Business Process Optimization Lead from 2015 to 2017. Her tenure at Cvent also includes roles such as Manager of Strategic Projects & PMO and Senior Manager of Strategic Projects and PMO, where she contributed to project management and strategic planning initiatives.
Early Career Background
Before joining Cvent, Ashley Burgess worked at Carahsoft Technology Corp. as a Government Account Representative from 2009 to 2011. She also held a position as a Senior Adviser at Vector Marketing from 2007 to 2008. Additionally, her early career includes roles at Pacific Sunwear and Starbucks, where she developed her customer relations and service skills.
Education and Expertise
Ashley Burgess studied at West Virginia University from 2005 to 2009, earning a degree in Sports and Exercise Psychology, Advertising, and Business Administration. Her educational background supports her proficiency in fundraising, marketing, and quality management. She possesses a diverse skill set that enhances her leadership capabilities in revenue operations.
Skills and Competencies
Ashley Burgess demonstrates strong organizational skills and decision-making abilities, which are essential for managing complex projects. She has extensive experience in project management and strategic planning, focusing on operational efficiency. Her background in psychology complements her leadership roles, enabling her to effectively engage with teams and drive business development initiatives.