Ashley Drake M.S., Pmp
About Ashley Drake M.S., Pmp
Ashley Drake, M.S., PMP, serves as the General Manager at Americold Logistics, LLC. in Henderson, Nevada, bringing over sixteen years of experience in program management, operations, and leadership across various sectors, including logistics and military.
Work at Americold
Ashley Drake serves as the General Manager at Americold Logistics, LLC. since 2022. Based in Henderson, Nevada, she has been responsible for overseeing operations and ensuring efficient supply chain logistics. Her role involves managing complex logistics processes and leading teams to meet organizational goals.
Previous Experience at Amazon
Prior to her current position, Ashley worked as a Senior Operations Manager at Amazon from 2019 to 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. In this role, she focused on optimizing operational efficiency and managing large-scale logistics operations, contributing to the company's overall performance.
Education and Expertise
Ashley holds a Master's Degree in Building Construction - Project Management from Virginia Tech, which she completed from 2011 to 2012. She also earned a Bachelor's Degree in Speech Communication from Stephen F. Austin State University between 2002 and 2006. Additionally, she has been studying Project Management at the Project Management Training Institute (PMTI) since 2013 and has achieved Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Background in Military and Engineering
Ashley has a significant background in the military, having served as a Major in the US Army Corps of Engineers from 2006 to 2017. This experience provided her with a strong foundation in leadership and project management. She also worked as an Industrial Engineering Supervisor at UPS from 2018 to 2019, where she applied her engineering expertise to improve operational processes.
Leadership and Communication Skills
Ashley is recognized for her leadership maturity and ability to manage high-level client interactions. She possesses excellent communication skills and is adept at strategic planning. Her experience allows her to understand C-Suite level priorities and operating constraints, enabling her to develop proactive solutions in dynamic environments.