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Ashley Akin
Senior Strategist
“Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.” – Oscar Wilde
Sometimes, it's not what you say; it's how you say it. Ashley works closely with clients to help them develop and deliver clear communications that engage their target audience.
Ashley's background in journalism, social media and public relations gives her a well-rounded view of how communications can succeed. As a reporter she knows how to get all the crucial details of a story that a reader needs. Her PR experience means she understands how to deliver a message while adhering to company standards and goals. Her use of blogs, Facebook, Twitter and other social media platforms adds to her ability to find the right strategy for reaching and responding to a target audience.
Ashley holds an MA in journalism and public relations from University of Memphis. She worked for the university as a writer, blogger and public relations manager while pursuing her degree. She also previously worked as a legislative analyst and reporter for M. Lee Smith Publishers in Nashville.
In her free time Ashley enjoys cooking, blogging and spending time with her dog, Ripley. She has also been involved with Oyster Easter, a fundraiser for the Community Resource Center in Nashville, for the past six years.
