Matthew Ashby

Background

About Matthew Ashby

Always looking to link economics and civics to outcomes-based work. Recognized for teaching, coaching, collaboration & leadership. My focus is to convey vision in real and relevant terms so others can identify with and see how things will improve; Stay focused on strategic priorities and allocates time and resources accordingly; Work to consistently build up equity and equality; Demonstrate ability to coach and mentor; Proactively seek ways to expand technical knowledge; Possess professional maturity and presence; Work actively on mentoring and team development with more junior team members; Act as technical expert; Grow technical, problem solving, and communication skills; Manage large or multi-disciplinary/multi-phased projects including planning, staffing, budgeting and delivery; Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and tools to provide best practice insight and best-in-class recommendations to management; Ensure all components and their usage are consistent and in compliance with all applicable regulatory and corporate standards, policies and guidelines; My roots are in rural and urban communities beginning at birth in Des Moines, Iowa, and continuing through small towns, cities, and the Cayman Islands. Work experiences also include (I began earning a paycheck at 12 years old): Newspaper carrier (St. Joseph News-Press) Lawn care provider Food service worker Restaurant server Restaurant cook Library clerk (University of Central Missouri) Construction worker Athletic equipment attendant (University of Central Missouri) Residential care worker (TNC Community) Residential care manager (Special Neighbors) Residential care manager (National Benevolent Association) Certified Medical Tech (CMT) Camp counselor K-12 teacher Historic site interpreter Musician Shipping and receiving clerk (Herald House Publishing) Custodian Travel and tourism research coordinator (Independence, Missouri, Chamber of Commerce) Grocery clerk