Since joining Providence in August 2021, Ms. Ashley established its office of DEI and led the creation of the first systemwide DEI strategic plan. The plan encompasses nearly 70 tactics to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment and commitment to community engagement. Ms. Ashley is a recipient of Conyers, Ga.-based Icarus Consulting’s I.D.E.A.L. Black Women Leaders award and the National Black MBA – Columbus (Ohio) Chapter’s Diversity and Inclusion Person of the Year Race for Excellence Award. Additionally, she was named among the Top 50 Chief Diversity Officers by the National Diversity Council.
