Ashley Freter
About Ashley Freter
Ashley Freter serves as the Head of Instructor Success at DataCamp, where she focuses on building a global network of top data instructors and enhancing communication with them. She has a diverse background in program management and marketing, having previously held various roles at Pluralsight and other organizations.
Current Role at DataCamp
Ashley Freter serves as the Head of Instructor Success at DataCamp since 2023. In this role, she focuses on creating a community and enhancing communication between DataCamp and its instructors. She is responsible for building a global network of top data instructors and works closely with the legal team to manage and draft instructor contracts. Additionally, she developed a streamlined process for managing instructor audition feedback from the content team.
Previous Experience at Pluralsight
Prior to her current position, Ashley Freter held multiple roles at Pluralsight. She worked as a Field Marketing Manager from 2016 to 2017, a Program Manager for Author Acquisitions from 2019 to 2021, and a Senior Program Manager for Author Experience from 2021 to 2023. She also served as the Manager of Corporate Events from 2017 to 2019 and worked as an Acquisition Editor for four months in 2015. Her diverse roles contributed to her expertise in managing author relationships and corporate events.
Early Career and Other Roles
Before her tenure at Pluralsight, Ashley Freter worked at Nordstrom as an Assistant Department Manager from 2012 to 2013. She also gained experience as an Account Executive in Client Services at OUTFRONT Media from 2013 to 2015. These positions helped her develop skills in management and client relations, which have been beneficial in her subsequent roles.
Educational Background
Ashley Freter studied at the University of Utah, where she earned a Bachelor of Applied Science in Psychology from 2008 to 2012. During the same period, she also pursued studies in Educational Leadership and Administration, focusing on Leadership Development. Her educational background provides a foundation for her work in instructor success and community building.
High School Education
Ashley Freter completed her high school education at Juan Diego Catholic High School, where she earned her diploma from 2004 to 2008. This early education set the stage for her later academic and professional achievements.