Ashley Rutkowski
About Ashley Rutkowski
Ashley Rutkowski is a People Operations Specialist at Project Canary in Denver, Colorado, where she has worked since 2022. She has extensive experience in operations and talent acquisition, having previously held roles at Barry's and Physique 57.
Work at Project Canary
Ashley Rutkowski has been serving as a People Operations Specialist at Project Canary since 2022. In this role, she has organized and executed various events, including philanthropic activities, while managing budget constraints. Rutkowski has also developed and executed a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) roadmap and strategy to foster inclusivity within the organization. Additionally, she has implemented a new company-wide benefit vendor system and serves as the primary contact for employee benefit inquiries.
Previous Experience in People Operations
Prior to her current role, Rutkowski worked at Barry's as Operations & People Manager from 2018 to 2022, where she also served as a Senior Instructor for six years. Before that, she held the position of Talent Acquisition Operations Manager at Physique 57 from 2013 to 2016. Her experience includes managing talent acquisition processes and operations, contributing to her expertise in people operations.
Education and Expertise
Ashley Rutkowski earned a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, completing her studies from 2005 to 2008. This educational background has equipped her with skills relevant to her roles in people operations and talent acquisition, particularly in communication and organizational strategies.
Achievements in People Development
In her roles, Rutkowski has designed and facilitated bi-annual performance reviews, providing training and guidance to both managers and employees. She has also led the creation of internal learning tools aimed at enhancing technical and product knowledge across the company. These initiatives reflect her commitment to employee development and organizational growth.