Ashley Soong
About Ashley Soong
Ashley Soong is a Senior SDR at Workato, specializing in application integration and business workflow automation. She has a diverse background in sales and development roles across various companies, including Mixpanel and Walmart eCommerce.
Work at Workato
Ashley Soong has been serving as a Senior Sales Development Representative (SDR) for Embedded + Direct at Workato since 2021. In this role, she focuses on integrating applications and automating complex business workflows, emphasizing security and governance. Her contributions align with Workato's mission to enable companies to integrate and automate workflows more efficiently and cost-effectively than traditional tools. Workato is recognized for its unique backing by leading SaaS vendors, including Salesforce, Workday, and ServiceNow.
Previous Experience
Before joining Workato, Ashley held various positions that contributed to her expertise in sales and account management. She worked at Mixpanel as an SMB Account Executive for five months in 2020 and served as a Midmarket + Enterprise SDR from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, she gained experience in category management at Walmart eCommerce and Jet.com, focusing on baby bedding. Her earlier roles include internships at the International Rescue Committee and the International Innovation Corps, where she developed skills in program management and operations.
Education and Expertise
Ashley Soong earned her Bachelor's Degree in Sociology from the University of Chicago. Her academic background has equipped her with analytical skills and a strong understanding of social dynamics, which she applies in her professional roles. Her expertise lies in application integration and workflow automation, with a specific focus on security and governance in business processes.
Internship and Early Career
Ashley began her career with several internships that provided foundational experience in various fields. She interned at State Farm and worked as a Student Fundraiser at Ruffalo Noel Levitz during her time at the University of Chicago. Additionally, she held positions at campusCATALYST and Chicago Innovation Awards, where she contributed to community engagement and research initiatives. These early experiences laid the groundwork for her subsequent roles in sales and development.