Learn more about Ashley Ahearn, the 2021-22 Junior League of Greater New Haven President-Elect.
Ashley is the current President-Elect and has been a member of the Junior League of Greater New Haven since 2018. She most recently served on the JLGNH board as Membership Council Director & Communications Council Director. Previous to that she served as the Chair of the fundraising event Winetasting (Finance). This year Ashley is eager to support the other Board members in their different roles as well as develop the Strategic Plan for the League to help drive our League's volunteer and fundraising efforts for the next few years.
Ashley holds two bachelor’s degrees from Merrimack College one in Psychology and one in Criminology. She currently works in the Wellness Industry as a Business Coach for a franchise company.
Q: What inspired you to volunteer to serve in a leadership role for JLGNH?
A: I love our mission & the fact that we have chapters across the nation. When asked to become a member of the board I saw it as an opportunity to really learn about the ins and outs at facilitating operations on the back end for the league as a whole.
Q: How many years have you been involved with Junior League?
A: This will be my 3rd year!
Q: Many members are interested in a literacy focus for our League. Can you tell us about a book you read recently and loved?
A: I love any murder mystery or anything that takes me out of the here and now. I recently read The Last House Guest by Megan Miranda.
Q: In the 21st century, there are so many ways for women to connect--what do you think is unique about Junior League and the women it brings together?
A: It’s an opportunity to meet and foster relationships with women you might never cross paths with. I love that you get to connect while giving back and doing something great in the community.
Q: What holiday tradition are you most excited about celebrating this season?
A: I’m excited to watch movies with my family on Christmas Eve! We always have a causal Christmas Eve night and I love it. We just spend time together laughing, playing games and enjoying each other’s company.
