Ashley Coneff
About Ashley Coneff
Ashley Coneff serves as the Vice President of Government Affairs and ESG at Inspire Brands, bringing extensive experience in government relations from previous roles at Dunkin' Brands and Domino's. She holds a law degree and has actively contributed to industry associations and strategic policy discussions throughout her career.
Current Role at Inspire Brands
Ashley Coneff serves as the Vice President of Government Affairs and ESG at Inspire Brands. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives. In her role, she collaborates with various teams, including public relations, sustainability, risk management, and investor relations, to align government affairs strategies with the broader goals of the organization.
Previous Experience in Government Affairs
Prior to her current role, Ashley Coneff worked at Dunkin' Brands, where she held multiple positions, including Director of Federal & State Government Affairs from 2016 to 2020 and Senior Director of Federal & State Government Affairs for a brief period in 2021. She also served as the Manager of Legislative Affairs at Domino's from 2013 to 2016. These roles provided her with extensive experience in government relations and policy development.
Educational Background
Ashley Coneff studied at several institutions, beginning with Rochester Adams High School from 1997 to 2001. She then attended Oakland University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Criminal Justice from 2001 to 2005. Following this, she studied at the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law from 2005 to 2008. Additionally, she spent 11 months at University College London, U. of London, focusing on law.
Early Career and Legal Experience
Ashley Coneff began her career at the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office, where she worked as a Contract Assistant Prosecuting Attorney and intern from 2006 to 2009. This experience provided her with foundational legal knowledge and skills that she later applied in her roles within government affairs.
Industry Involvement and Contributions
Ashley Coneff is an active member of various industry association boards of directors. In this capacity, she contributes to strategic discussions and policy development, leveraging her insights into the franchise business model and external positioning to enhance organizational initiatives.