Ashley represents Bench International as an executive recruiter and a client advisor.

Bench International is the oldest woman-founded executive search firm serving the Life Science and Healthcare sectors. The firm is also one of the most renowned experts in diversity recruitment at the board and executive level, as well as in R&D leadership. Bench’s scorecard reflects over $150 billion in successful client exits, a 98% project completion record, with a 75% retention for five or more years. 33% of all leaders placed in Bench’s 45+ year history have been gender and ethnically diverse. With headquarters in San Diego, California, and satellite offices in Los Angeles, New York, Boston, the United Kingdom and Switzerland, Bench is One Global Team: No Borders, No Boundaries and One Global Budget, thus mitigating internally competitive offices.

Ashton Tweed is a boutique retained executive search firm as well as a pioneer in the employment concept of interim talent for the life sciences industry, providing highly qualified candidates to address our clients’ urgent business needs.Ashley collaborated with firm owners and senior leadership to develop creative strategies to identify, recruit and retain high quality candidates within the life sciences (Pharma, Biotech, Med Device, Diagnostics, etc.)• Functioned as the Project Lead, working directly with the client (Hiring Manager, CEO, Board Member, etc.) to understand the requirements for the executive search.• Consulted with stakeholders to understand nuances of the organizational need along with all criteria to be considered in the searches, thereby defining the parameters and the approach to the project• Assumed primary accountability for delivering a top-tier, viable slate of candidates on each assigned search• Developed trusted, consultative partnership with clients• Managed the weekly client communications / written report, and related follow up calls; through regular updates, provides clients with market feedback and insight into candidates’ motivations, strengths and development needs• Created position descriptions; or reviewed and recommended any changes to the position descriptions provided, if necessary• Sourced, networked, identified, screened, and interviewed candidates• Directed the research team to help with identification and sourcing of appropriate candidates based on level, experience, geographic location and other criteria • Wrote comprehensive candidate introductions for formal submittal to the client• Facilitated offer and negotiations with the client and final candidate. Functional Areas of Focus: C-Suite (CMO, CSO, CDO, CBO, CCO, CEO, etc.), Regulatory, Business Development/Licensing, Marketing, Sales, Quality, Medical Affairs, Drug Safety/PV, Product Development, R&D, Program & Project Management, Supply Chain, etc.

• Performed full life cycle recruitment within the life science industry: Sourced, qualified, screened, arranged interviews, negotiated salaries, and closed executive and mid-level professionals.• Engaged in new client generation: communicated leads to upper management to identify new business opportunities.• Established and maintained professional relationships with Hiring Managers and HR Business Partners.• Provided candidate pipeline as well as frequent updates on the general availability of talent, based on highly specialized skill sets.• Developed recruiting strategies designed to identify qualified candidates through various recruiting tools.• Utilized a deep network of connections to engage passive candidates.• Managed applicant workflow by maintaining up-to-date information using various Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).• Functional Areas of Focus: Drug Safety/Pharmacovigilance, Regulatory, Medical Writing, Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, PK/PD

• Provided comprehensive customer service to the internal Comcast Recruiting team in the areas of: Software Engineering and Development, Product & Architecture, Product Management, Video & Network Services, Applications, Back Office, Business Strategy & Operations, and HR & Administration. • Maintained applicant tracking systems (SAP and ICIMS) by processing, monitoring, and closing job requisitions, and updating candidate statuses throughout the selection process.• Scheduled and prepared for executive interviews by sending confirmations or itineraries, coordinating travel arrangements, and processing any additional requests as necessary. • Worked directly with hiring managers and candidates on a daily basis in a strong customer service business environment. • Managed interview day logistics (e.g. security, placement, etc.) and provided timely follow up to the candidates. • Coordinated reimbursement to candidates for travel/expenses, when appropriate.• Organized and implemented the on-boarding cycle for new hires, including editing and mailing offer letters and requesting background checks and drug screens.

• Provided direct patient care on the following units: Cardiology/Telemetry, Orthopedic/Post-operative, Medical/Surgical, ICU• Collaborated closely with nurses, doctors, physical therapists and other healthcare providers to ensure excellence in patient care. • Demonstrated the highest level of professionalism and ethical standards in performance of duties. • Participated in patient and family education, with consideration for the patient’s age, population-specific needs, and ability to understand and respond.