Ashley Sommer Email & Phone Number

San Jose, California, United States

Campbell, California, United States

Managing purchasing and inventory for departments. Overseeing visual merchandising to drive sales and increase revenue year over year. Assist customers with product questions, planning, and troubleshooting.

Fremont, California, United States

I coordinated clinical scheduling for 300+ nursing students at medical facilities in a highly regulated environment. Acted as a liaison between students, faculty, and clinical partners to ensure requirements were met including those needed for state boards upon graduation. In this role, I also streamlined the scheduling process to optimize document turn around and reduce obstacles while maintaining quality standards. I led a team of 2 Academic Assistants providing guidance and feedback to… Show more I coordinated clinical scheduling for 300+ nursing students at medical facilities in a highly regulated environment. Acted as a liaison between students, faculty, and clinical partners to ensure requirements were met including those needed for state boards upon graduation. In this role, I also streamlined the scheduling process to optimize document turn around and reduce obstacles while maintaining quality standards. I led a team of 2 Academic Assistants providing guidance and feedback to ensure successful clinical starts and additional needs were met for clinical sites, students, and faculty. Conducted weekly meetings with cross functional teams to review capacity planning, performance metrics, expectations and variances from plan. Show less

Fremont, California, United States

I advised students on admission eligibility for the nursing program reviewing application materials according to established guidelines and ensuring accuracy. I managed a portfolio of 1,000+ students at all different stages of admission and guided them through the steps to meet their goals. I traveled to our newly acquired campus in Bakersfield to train the admissions staff on department/program protocols and processes to drive enrollments and applications. I facilitated interdepartmental… Show more I advised students on admission eligibility for the nursing program reviewing application materials according to established guidelines and ensuring accuracy. I managed a portfolio of 1,000+ students at all different stages of admission and guided them through the steps to meet their goals. I traveled to our newly acquired campus in Bakersfield to train the admissions staff on department/program protocols and processes to drive enrollments and applications. I facilitated interdepartmental collaboration, communication, and team work which was essential to ensure a seamless experience for the student. In my Senior role I was also acted as a leader on the team and would help team members in all capacities to hit their individual goals, department goals, and ensure best practices. I exceeded daily production expectations of over 100 outbound calls while also fielding inbound direct return calls and email correspondence while upholding superior customer service. I have held this position twice, Sept 2019 to July 2021 being the second time; I was re-hired for this position after taking a 6-month break (March 2019 - Sept 2019) when my grandfather was diagnosed with terminal cancer. The Assistant Director of Admissions role had been filled by the time of my return, in turn, I accepted this position to get back into the industry helping students again. Show less

Fremont, California, United States

In this role I managed a team of 4 Admissions Representatives; maintaining accurate records of admission activities including inquiries, visits, applications and acceptances. I also facilitated monthly evaluations, guidance on processes, training for new hires, and constructive feedback to strengthen skills. Additionally, I coordinated communications between various departments within the college regarding admissions decisions to ensure clarity. I addressed and resolved student complaints and… Show more In this role I managed a team of 4 Admissions Representatives; maintaining accurate records of admission activities including inquiries, visits, applications and acceptances. I also facilitated monthly evaluations, guidance on processes, training for new hires, and constructive feedback to strengthen skills. Additionally, I coordinated communications between various departments within the college regarding admissions decisions to ensure clarity. I addressed and resolved student complaints and diffused volatile situations calmly, respectfully, and in the best interests of company and student. During my time in this role I also worked with an interdepartmental team to implement new technology solutions and application policies aimed at optimizing and streamlining the admissions process resulting in a reduction of student and staff errors. Show less

Fremont, California, United States

I have held this position twice with Unitek College, please see above in this section for overview.

Milpitas/San Jose

Recruited qualified candidates for the college’s academic programs in a compliant, appropriate, and professional manner. I provided guidance and assistance on matters related to enrollment and the admissions process. I interviewed prospective students explaining the program offerings and match the college’s benefits and advantages to the students needs. Through the course of daily business I would utilize various CRM systems such as CampusVue and People Soft.

San Francisco, Ca

My main objective daily was to advise prospective students through enrollment and equip them with the tools for future success to meet academic goals, beyond the admissions process. This required the knowledge of courses, degrees, accreditations, and requirements to provide students with the path to their vision. I successfully managed a portfolio of up to 3,000 students to ensure accurate information and resources are provided while staying within all departmental guidelines, policies, and… Show more My main objective daily was to advise prospective students through enrollment and equip them with the tools for future success to meet academic goals, beyond the admissions process. This required the knowledge of courses, degrees, accreditations, and requirements to provide students with the path to their vision. I successfully managed a portfolio of up to 3,000 students to ensure accurate information and resources are provided while staying within all departmental guidelines, policies, and regulations. Attended recruitment events to meet, greet and engage with potential students and their families. I would also utilize various CRM systems such as PeopleSoft, Salesforce, Outlook, Workday, and Microsoft Office to provide the best and consistent customer service to prospective and enrolled students Show less

Hayward, Ca

I assisted with daily functions of the department including, but not limited to; answering phone calls, mailing out information requests, responding to e-mails, supporting staff, and general office duties. I maintained ongoing knowledge of all upcoming programs and classes to provide accurate and current answers and information to all students. I also contributed to the design, layout, and editing of department catalog (quarterly and annually) within given deadlines. I managed set up and… Show more I assisted with daily functions of the department including, but not limited to; answering phone calls, mailing out information requests, responding to e-mails, supporting staff, and general office duties. I maintained ongoing knowledge of all upcoming programs and classes to provide accurate and current answers and information to all students. I also contributed to the design, layout, and editing of department catalog (quarterly and annually) within given deadlines. I managed set up and organization of department’s Open House to ensure a valuable experience for staff, faculty, and students involved as a special project. Assisted in marketing campaigns for all new education programs and any upcoming event Show less