Ashley Strickland is a marketing manager providing strategic marketing direction supporting the programs, services and business goals of UF Health Shands Children's Hospital as well as ophthalmology and otolaryngology clinical lines. A native of Jacksonville, Ashley joined UF Health communications as a marketing manager in February 2022 after previously serving as the marketing manager of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Jacksonville and director of community and donor Engagement of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Florida where she was responsible for enhancing community, donor and corporate engagement by building community support through a mix of digital marketing and public relations activities. Driven by a passion to help others and her community, 15 years of non-profit experience has culminated in a rich background of proven experience in various areas including advertising, fundraising, project management, public relations, sponsorships, strategic partnerships and event planning. Ashley has a BS in Business with a concentration in Business Marketing from the University of North Florida. In 2013, Ashley graduated with a Master of Business Administration from Jacksonville University.