Ashley Michael

{"skills":"Leadership & Vision \t•\tStrategic planning – setting goals for the town and creating plans to achieve them. \t•\tDecision-making – weighing options and making choices in the best interest of the community. \t•\tPublic leadership – inspiring confidence, motivating others, and being a role model. Communication & Public Relations \t•\tPublic speaking – addressing residents, council meetings, and media. \t•\tActive listening – hearing community concerns and responding effectively. \t•\tConflict resolution – mediating disputes between groups or individuals. \t•\tCommunity engagement – building trust and keeping citizens informed. Government & Policy Knowledge \t•\tUnderstanding local government laws and procedures – charters, ordinances, budgets. \t•\tPolicy development – creating or shaping town rules, regulations, and priorities. \t•\tIntergovernmental relations – working with county, state, and federal officials. Management & Administration \t•\tBudgeting and financial management – overseeing tax revenue, grants, and town expenditures. \t•\tProject management – guiding community initiatives like parks, infrastructure, or events. \t•\tOrganizational leadership – supervising staff and departments. Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking \t•\tAnalytical thinking – interpreting data, reports, and community feedback. \t•\tCreative problem-solving – finding innovative ways to address challenges. \t•\tCrisis management – leading during emergencies like storms or public safety issues. Interpersonal & Community-Building \t•\tCollaboration – working with the town council, staff, and community groups. \t•\tNegotiation – reaching agreements on contracts, development, or partnerships. \t•\tEmpathy & cultural awareness – understanding and respecting diverse perspectives. Personal Qualities \t•\tIntegrity and ethics – maintaining transparency and accountability. \t•\tAdaptability – responding to changing needs and circumstances. \t•\tResilience – handling criticism and pressure while staying focused.","achievements":"Bachelors in Business Management, UVA Key Note Speaker, Valedictorian","responsibility":"Special needs advisory board member, children’s miracle, network, ambassador, Team Impact ambassador, leadership in both human resources, and operations management"}

My goal is to bring the community together to identify and address the town’s most pressing infrastructure needs, ensuring we make the critical updates that support long-term growth, safety, and quality of life

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