Ashley J. Jennings

Ashley J. Jennings

Austin, Texas, United States
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Award-winning technologist and skilled operator with 10+ years of experience in…

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Experience

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    The University of Texas at Austin

    Austin, Texas Area

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    Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area

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    Austin, Texas, United States

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    Austin, Texas Area

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    Austin, Texas Area

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    Austin, Texas Area

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    Austin, Texas Area

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    Austin, Texas Area

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    Asia and Europe

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    Greater New York City Area

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    Greater New York City Area

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    Washington D.C. Metro Area

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    Austin, Texas Area

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    Dublin, Ireland

Education

Volunteer Experience

  • Alpha Phi International Fraternity Graphic

    House Board

    Alpha Phi International Fraternity

    - 1 year 7 months

    Education

  • Association for Women in Science Graphic

    Member of the Board of Advisors

    Association for Women in Science

    - 4 years 2 months

    Science and Technology

  • MIT VMS Outreach Training Program Graphic

    Mentor

    MIT VMS Outreach Training Program

    - 5 years 1 month

    UT System teamed up with Austin Technology Incubator to bring MIT's mentoring program to Texas.

  • Austin Technology Incubator Graphic

    SEAL Program Mentor

    Austin Technology Incubator

    - 3 years 7 months

    Education

    Serve as a Launch and Demo Day mentor for ATI's SEAL Program.

  • TEDxUTAustin Graphic

    Advisory Board

    TEDxUTAustin

    - 3 years 7 months

    Science and Technology

  • Founder Institute Graphic

    Mentor

    Founder Institute

    - 1 year 11 months

  • MassChallenge Graphic

    Mentor

    MassChallenge

    - 1 year 6 months

    Economic Empowerment

  • Survive2Thrive Foundation Graphic

    Member Board Of Directors

    Survive2Thrive Foundation

    - 1 year 1 month

    Civil Rights and Social Action

    Our mission is to assist victims in their transition from continued victimization through empowerment to true survivorship and success.

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    Track Lead

    Austin Startup Week

    - 2 years 4 months

    Education

    2018 University/ Student Entrepreneur Track Lead

  • Advisory Board Member

    3 Day Startup

    - 1 year 1 month

    Education

    Board Member for Global Roundup 2018.

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    "Intro to the Austin Media Scene" Co-Founder | Team Mom

    Capital Factory

    - 2 years 2 months

    Education

    Our monthly event series explores the global reach of Austin's media scene.

    By bringing together top filmmakers, journalists, game designers, MarComm mavens, IP lawyers and more, we help breakdown silos within the creative class to propel content creation and drive innovative, "new-media" discussion.

Publications

  • Women Who Tech Are Dangerous: A Portrait Project

    John Davidson Photography

    Women Who Tech Are Dangerous: A Portrait Project (author’s note)

    "Encouraged by the rising tide of women making their voices heard on the subject of gender bias in the tech and corporate world, I’ve embarked on a portrait project that seeks to feature women with a stake in the issue, and hopefully, provide a platform for them to share their experiences and express their views."

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Honors & Awards

  • 2023 Award Recipient Finalist - Technology

    Austin Under 40 Awards

    Since 1998, the Young Women’s Alliance (YWA) and Young Men’s Business League (YMBL) have partnered to host Austin’s premier charity gala honoring young professionals, the Austin Under 40 Awards. During an evening of prestige and celebration, Austinites are recognized for leadership in their respective industries and strong commitments to serving the Austin community.

    All proceeds from the event benefit the YWA Foundation and the YMBL Austin Sunshine Camps. The YWA Foundation provides…

    Since 1998, the Young Women’s Alliance (YWA) and Young Men’s Business League (YMBL) have partnered to host Austin’s premier charity gala honoring young professionals, the Austin Under 40 Awards. During an evening of prestige and celebration, Austinites are recognized for leadership in their respective industries and strong commitments to serving the Austin community.

    All proceeds from the event benefit the YWA Foundation and the YMBL Austin Sunshine Camps. The YWA Foundation provides scholarships to young women and an annual grant to the Girls Empowerment Network (GEN)—an organization with the mission of supporting and guiding young girls through their journey to adulthood. The YMBL Austin Sunshine Camps work to engage and empower children through education and outdoor experiences.

  • 2022 Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce Business Technology and Innovation Award

    Austin Chamber of Commerce

    The 22nd Greater Austin Business Awards recognizes those with the best business practices in the region and honors companies that are achieving success and leadership in their industries.

  • Austin INNO on Fire Awards - COVID Innovators

    Austin Business Journal

    The Fire awards were designed to highlight local startups that have had a remarkable year.

    In 2020, Austin INNO added a category called Covid Innovators to recognize the startups, nonprofits and people who rose to the challenge in unique ways.

  • Austin Chamber of Commerce A-List Awards – Tech and Inno Winner

    Austin Chamber of Commerce

    A-LIST is celebration of business innovation and entrepreneurship, brought to you by the Austin Chamber and SXSW.

  • 2017 Boss Babe of the Year

    Boss Babes Austin

    #bbatx

    Honored to have been recognized alongside five incredible Austin-based women for resilience, commitment to equality and being all-around organizers, creators, artists and leaders for change.

  • Austin's 50 on Fire Winner- Influencer of the Year

    Austin Inno

    Blazer Winner

    https://www.americaninno.com/austin/inno-blazers-meet-the-category-winners-of-austins-50-on-fire/

  • Austin's 50 on Fire Finalist

    Austin Inno

  • Outstanding Coverage of a Breaking News Story in a News Magazine - "20/20" | The Boston Manhunt

    35th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards- Nominee

  • Outstanding Coverage of a Breaking News Story in a Regularly Scheduled Newscast - "Good Morning America, World News with Diane Sawyer and Nightline" | Direct Hit: Oklahoma Tornadoes

    35th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards- Nominee

  • Continuing Coverage - ABC News | Direct Hit: The Oklahoma Tornadoes

    Edward R. Murrow Award

  • Outstanding Coverage of a Breaking News Story in a Regularly Scheduled Newscast - "ABC News Special Events, World News with Diane Sawyer and Nightline" | Tragedy at the Elementary School

    34th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards- Nominee

  • Outstanding Live Coverage of a Current News Story—Long-Form "ABC News Special Events" | Tragedy at the Elementary School

    34th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards- Nominee

  • Outstanding News Discussion and Analysis - "This Week with George Stephanopoulos" | Tragedy at the Elementary School

    34th Annual News & Documentary Emmy Awards- Nominee

  • Best Newscast - “World News with Diane Sawyer” | Tragedy at the Elementary School

    Edward R. Murrow Award

  • Breaking News Coverage - ABC News | Tragedy at the Elementary School

    Edward R. Murrow Award

  • Overall Coverage - ABC News | "Superstorm Sandy"

    72nd Annual Peabody Awards

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