Ashley Poulson
About Ashley Poulson
Ashley Poulson is a Logistics Coordinator at Ground Control, currently working with Insomniac Events since 2018. She has extensive experience in logistics coordination, staff onboarding, and community engagement, particularly with veterans through art initiatives.
Current Role at Insomniac Events
Ashley Poulson serves as the Ground Control Logistics Coordinator at Insomniac Events, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she coordinates logistics for large teams, managing schedules for over 200 staff members to meet departmental needs. Ashley has played a significant role in the onboarding process for major events such as EDC Las Vegas, overseeing paperwork for new hires and enhancing the overall onboarding experience.
Previous Experience at Insomniac Events
Prior to her current role, Ashley worked at Insomniac Events in various capacities. She served as a Ground Control - Festival Team member from 2016 to 2017 and as a Ground Control - Base Supervisor from 2017 to 2018. During her tenure, she conducted a substantial number of Skype interviews for potential candidates and contributed to the operational success of large-scale events.
Education and Academic Background
Ashley studied at Norco College, where she achieved an Associate of Science in Business Administration for Transfer from 2013 to 2018. She then continued her education at California State University, Fullerton, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Management from 2020 to 2022. Her academic background supports her professional roles in logistics and management.
Community Involvement and Initiatives
Ashley initiated a project called Generation Love, aimed at connecting veterans with younger generations through art. She has engaged with over 300 veterans from various conflicts, organized art therapy sessions, and contributed to community projects like the Giving Tree at Electric Forest. Her efforts promote art, music, and community involvement as unifying forces.
Experience in Customer Service
Before her roles in event logistics, Ashley worked at Starbucks in various positions from 2013 to 2019, including as a Barista and Shift Supervisor. Her experience in customer service has equipped her with skills in team management and operational efficiency, which she applies in her current logistics coordination role.