Ashley Haight Email & Phone Number

Portland, Oregon, United States

I manage relationships with stakeholders engaged with NBI's mission and guide our market development activities. I bring experience with relationship management, marketing, and communications to my work fostering strategies and goals across government, business, and nonprofit sectors. I bring my passion for centering equity into my work in this role.

Portland, Oregon, United States

Portland, Oregon, United States

Management of a state-level advocacy coalition designed to accelerate equitable, sustainable policy change to decarbonize the built environment and meet Oregon's climate obligations.- Achieved a 10% increase in efficiency in building codes as a result of effective management, coordination, and advocacy efforts. - Contributed to the successful passing of two new climate-friendly Executive Orders by Oregon's governor, and a new state legislative Task Force focused on equitable and sustainable building practices and a expanded climate budget - Identified, developed relationships with, and recruited 30+ new Coalition members, including EJ groups and culturally-specific organizations- Increased grant revenue by $180,000+ by coordinating, writing, and reporting on grants Identified and supported JEDI trainers and developed JEDI training for 60+ organizations nationally- Developed and managed exceptional virtual and in-person events including green building tours for legislators that showcased affordable, sustainable housing for BIPOC and historically marginalized communities, and a racial justice themed film screening - Changed the Coalition's mission to center equity as the Co-chair of the Governance & Steering Committee

Portland, Oregon Area

Managed client-facing communications for internal and external clients, ensuring a team of 50+ employees represented brand strategy consistently and effectively.- Streamlined processes that saved time and increased efficiencyPlanned high-level events with a precise attention to detail- Created and curated content for multiple platforms targeting specific audiences- Launched new initiatives with multiple teams and managed program changes for seamless implementation which led to strong client relationships

Portland, Oregon Area

Provided quality control for applicants of the Energy Trust incentives program. Tracked and analyzed data, planned events, developed business, and managed client relationships.- Received ICF's Project of the Quarter Award in 2015 by maintaining high-quality data in multiple systems to achieve 100% audit scores from clients.- Contributed to company being awarded $71M in annual business by coordinating and formatting contract proposals for renewal of the Energy Trust existing buildings contract.

Portland, Oregon Area

Provided exceptional customer service and quickly resolved issues in a fast-paced environment. - Mentored Energy Advisors and 27 colleagues on how to schedule in-home assessments during launch of customer engagement initiatives. - Coordinate internal travel and event planning.

Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

Researched, directed, and produced a short documentary following the group's development and progress in learning new skills and growing their small businesses. - Demonstrated ways to improve communication between NGOs and native populations. - Wrote accompanying research brief and filmed, edited, and produced a documentary film about the process. - Volunteer teacher for adult English education, batik printing courses, and HIV/AIDS prevention.

Master'S Degree, Interdisciplinary Studies: Folklore, Anthropology, Journalism, 3.9 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Research and volunteering in Tanzania, East Africa during M.A. terminal project Graduated Summa Cum Laude

Documentary Production, Filmmaking, Producing, Directing, Cinematography, Sound Design, Editing

Completed courses: DIY Documentary Take 2 Recording Audio for Video

Bachelor’S Degree, Anthropology, 3.9 Gpa

Biological and Cultural Anthropology, Archaeology, and Linguistics Bright Futures Scholarship Recipient