"While working together at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Ashlee was a constant champion for staff and moved teams towards positive outcomes.
From recruitment and onboarding to counseling and separations, she is an empathetic leader.
Her talents really shine in crucial conversations.
She is a great asset to any HR team."

Lisa Davis Purcell

Executive VP, Country Music Hall of Fame

"I had the pleasure of working with Ashlee in her role at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Ashlee is the consummate HR professional; she is a natural relationship-builder, has vast HR knowledge, and has the good of the company in mind. Ashlee is able to quickly develop trust and rapport with everyone she meets.
Ashlee cares deeply about her role and the company and is constantly looking for ways to increase company and HR success."

Stephanie Hawkins

Senior Area Vice President, Gallagher

"Working with Ashlee as a Sr. HR Manager at Tides Advocacy was an absolute joy—she brought passion, warmth, and integrity to every HR conversation. Her bubbly energy made even the toughest moments feel manageable, and her deep commitment to "doing the right thing" always stood out. Thoughtful, approachable, and purpose-driven, she made HR feel human again. As she steps into her new adventure, I have no doubt she's walking in her true calling. Any organization or team would be lucky to have her insight, care, and spark guiding their people strategies."

Romy Avila

Former CEO, Tides Advocacy

"I've worked with Ashlee and the testimonials from our mutual partners speak highly of her dedication to HR work and the people she advised. She was available to our partners outside of office hours, and met them where they felt most comfortable. Trusted colleague and experienced Human Resource Manager. A strong addition to any HR team."

Jarrel M.

Program Associate, Tides Advocacy

"Ashlee is one of the most thoughtful, reliable, and strategic HR professionals I’ve worked with! She consistently brings both empathy and professionalism at the same time. She listens deeply, acts decisively, and balances the needs of individuals with the the organization. She leads with integrity, fosters a positive workplace culture, and always brings a solutions-oriented mindset to the table. Anyone would be lucky to work with Ashlee. I’m grateful to have worked alongside her and would love to do so again!"

Jonathan Bix

Executive Director, For the Many

"Ashlee is one of the most helpful and supportive people I have worked with. Every time I had an issue I needed resolved with HR, Ashlee was there to get it done - including some difficult issues she was able to get taken care of. Ashlee is also a very supportive professional who you can count on as a project director to work with on organizational matters. She is someone who can always be counted on and in the ways that matter most to a project. "

Daniel Espinosa

Movement Builder, Writer & Reconstructionist

"Ashlee was a steady, trusted presence on the People & Culture team at Tides Advocacy. I worked closely with her on internal initiatives and often supported her in shaping communications to staff.

She brought real warmth to the work, but also clarity and composure—especially in moments that required sensitivity or tough conversations. Ashlee is deeply grounded, service-driven, and someone people naturally turn to when things get complicated.

She doesn’t just care about getting things right—she cares about doing right by people. That makes her rare, and incredibly valuable to any team."

Charlotte Williams

Strategic Communications Leader

"I’m thrilled to recommend Ashlee Powers, a deeply experienced and genuinely thoughtful HR leader. With more than 15 years in the field, Ashlee brings a rare mix of strategic insight and heart to everything she does. Whether she’s supporting staff through complex transitions or helping build inclusive workplace cultures, she leads with empathy, clarity, and a deep commitment to people.

I had the pleasure of working with Ashlee at the University of Colorado and always thought she was fantastic in her role. She brought professionalism, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to doing right by the people she served. She was someone staff trusted and genuinely appreciated, myself included.

Ashlee’s the kind of leader who builds trust quickly, navigates challenges with grace, and never loses sight of the human side of HR. Any organization would be lucky to benefit from her steady leadership, thoughtful presence, and deep care for community and culture."

Adama Maia Evans-Segree

Advisor, Tides

"In my role as a project lead, I collaborated closely with Ashlee on new hires, onboarding processes, and navigating HR matters ranging from paid leave to managing large teams.

Ashlee is a natural team player with an exceptional ability to be thoughtful, collaborative, and responsive. What impressed me most was her consistently positive demeanor, even when handling complex or time-sensitive situations. She creates a sense of ease and trust for everyone she works with, making her an invaluable teammate and partner."

Erin Kothari

Executive Director, Oregon Futures Lab

"Thank you so much for all of your guidance and support over the years. You were truly a bright spot of competence and care. We learned so much from you about how to be principled and caring leaders of our organization-all things that will have a lasting impact on us, our org, our members, our community as we enter this next phase. We are so grateful to have gotten to work with you and wish you all the best out there!"

Lissa & Caitlin

For the Many

"I can confidently say Ashlee is one of the most thoughtful and impactful HR leaders I have had the opportunity to collaborate with. She brings deep expertise in employment law, compliance, and organizational development with an unwavering commitment to equity and staff well-being. Whether navigating complex employee relations issues, supporting executive leadership through sensitive transitions, or designing strategic HR initiatives, Ashlee consistently led with integrity, empathy, and a solutions-oriented mindset.

Ashlee also played a key role in developing and implementing systems that enhanced employee experience, including spearheading a cross-organizational wellness committee. Her ability to balance high-level strategy with on-the-ground support made her an invaluable partner to both staff and leadership alike.
Any organization would be fortunate to have Ashlee’s steady hand, strategic insight, and people-centered approach on their team."

Tiffany Harris

People Ops & Culture Strategist