Ashley joined Down’s Syndrome Scotland in 2024 and has over 10 years’ experience in events management, organising a wide range of high-profile events. Her past positions include working for a professional conference organiser (PCO) organising a wide variety of large-scale conferences within the medical world. She has also run events at RZSS Edinburgh Zoo. She was particularly interested in the work of DSS and enjoys working for a charity striving for change and one that can have a direct positive impact on the lives of individuals.

Outside of work, she is a committee member (communications lead) for the Scottish Community Special Interest Group as part of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising (CIOF), and has also volunteered her time within the conference section of the CIOF. In her spare time, Ashley loves spending time with her family, especially her two children. She also regularly enjoys yoga and is an advocate for self-care and health.