Ashley Hilemon - Staff Director

Ashley's journey has come full circle, landing her back in the mountains of Western North Carolina where she was born and raised. Growing up, she was extremely active, participating in track, basketball, soccer, and mountain biking with a passion for continuing to learn new things. Ashley moved to Portland, Oregon in 1999 and spent the next 20 years on the west coast between Los Angeles and Portland. Following her passion in fitness and health, Ashley worked her way through college as a personal trainer, earning certificates from NASM, ACE, and ISSA and for many years, she enjoyed balancing both the nutritional and training aspect for all types of clients. Ashley graduated from Portland State University with a bachelor's degree in administration of justice and a minor in psychology and enjoyed many different careers before landing in mental health 13 years ago. Ashley has been with Whipporwill for 11 years and was fortunate to work as a staff mentor for years before moving into the Health and Wellness Director position and then continuing into her current position as Staff Director. The years of experience with Whipporwill in various capacities has allowed Ashley the insight to continue to support Whipporwill’s growth, while maintaining the “family style” work environment.