Johnson, a recent graduate of Loyola University in Chicago, is an up-and-coming power player in the communications field. 

She received a double major in Public Relations and Advertising and Theater Arts. She was a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars and a member of the Beta Rho Chapter of Lamda Phi Iota, which is the Communications Honor Society.

“The current economic market dictates that companies hire employees who have multiple talents and can contribute to the bottomline,” said Wynona Redmond, president of NBPRS, who mentored Johnson at Dominick’s. “After a two-year internship in the Public Affairs Division at Dominick’s, Ashley has demonstrated that she can enter the job market and make a measurable and immediate impact.”

"The Black Public Relations Society 
has been supportive and instrumental
in launching my career."

Johnson also worked at WeberShandwick in Chicago, under the guidance of the Chicago chapter president David Rudd. Rudd, who is the Vice President of Multicultural Affairs for WeberShandwick, allowed Johnson to utilize her pitching, writing and community relations skills that she acquired while working at Dominick’s.

“Most interns don’t get the opportunity to be hands-on,” said Johnson. “I have been trusted enough to coordinate independent projects such as store openings and in-house creative campaigns.”

Johnson is currently doing a stint at Edelman PR in Chicago .

When asked about her future goals, Johnson said that she is looking to give back to the community that gave so much to her. Instead of focusing on entertainment or sports, Johnson wants to serve the local community.

“I want to do community relations,” said Johnson. “My ultimate goal is to use communications to make a positive impact in my community.”

She added, “The Black Public Relations Society has been supportive and instrumental in launching my career. I can’t thank them enough!”