Hear what your peers have said about Richard Ashley
Don Jones, CEO Compass Rose Foundation
"Thirty two years in this business introduces one to many professionals...
I' ve known many over these years. Richard Ashley is at the top when it comes to the science
and art of marketing and admissions. He doesn't teach theory, he teaches reality.
The kind of reality that will improve your school's performance, effectiveness, and success.
In the area of marketing and admissions, Richard is a true and proven leader. He's been there.
He knows. He has done it. He has worked 20 years for me."
Michael Cooney, Workforce Communications/ Career College Education Review 800-558-8250
"A master of maximizing resources, Richard,s effectiveness comes
from a lifelong career of actually working with prospective students on a daily basis.
As a mentor and coach of developing admissions personnel, Richard brings a remarkable
dedication and desire to help others succeed. "
Wanda Taylor, Deputy Executive Director Membership Services
Florida Association of Private Schools and Colleges 850- 577-3139
"Richard Ashley is an exceptional interactive speaker who not only
entertains his audience but educates them as well. Through the years, Mr. Ashley has spoken
at several conference and regional workshops hosted by FAPSC in which he consistently receives
rave reviews from his audience. FAPSC is extremely appreciative of Mr. Ashley's commitment
to the career education sector."
Joseph Gillan, Owner Eastern College - Atlantic
Canada (902) 446-3819
"As a group of schools who have been operating for over 30 years, it
is easy to get "stuck" in doing things how we have always done them. Consulting with Richard
over the past several years has offered us the opportunity to look outside of old practices
and create a solid new vision and plan for increasing starts. The results in our growth have
been gratifying!"
Samantha Smith, Former Marketing Director Florida Academy of Massage & Skin Care
"...Experience aside, Mr. Ashley has more "heart" to offer in his seminars and training
than anyone in the industry I've had the opportunity of working with. He truly believes in
career education and the benefits to the students and Career Colleges themselves. He also was
and continues to be my mentor."
Gail Millar, Marketing Director and Enrollment Management - Eastern College - Halifax Nova Scotia Canada 902-446-3819
"Richard has the unique ability to create a comprehensive vision for
growth while at the same time pound out the practical details of the plan.
With his guidance and recommendations, we have restructured our approach to achieving start goals.
I've learned what it really means when Richard says, "The only start is the next start!"
and how to inspire our teams in both spirit and process."
Stephen B. Friedheim, Strategic Coach, Education Systems & Solutions 214-587-5403
"Richard Ashley's middle name should have been 'Admissions'!
He knows the topic from top to bottom and he willingly shares his expertise, experience, and advice.
It is hard to match that kind of assistance."
Nancy Monteith, Former Director of Communications Southwest Florida College & Sunstate Beauty Academy
"Richard Ashley is a fantastic teacher and my mentor. I had the pleasure
of working side by side with Mr. Ashley for years. During that time he taught me more about the
business of education and how to market colleges then I ever imagined I would.
From the student-centered enrollment process to mixed media advertising campaigns; the lessons I
learned from working with him are priceless. Without his guidance I do not believe I would have been
able to grow so quickly in my professional career."
CJ Cordisco, Admissions, Sunstate Academy - Fort Myers Florida
"I have had the honor and privilege to train under Richard Ashley for
5 1/2 years. He has been the driving force behind where I am today in my career in
higher education. His guidance, leadership and zest for training are second to
none. I am truly confident that I would not have had the experience and passion for
admissions without having had him as a mentor. His teachings cross all scopes of
education and have helped me in the development of my teams over the years. "
