Ashley Leary
Before joining the United Way of Pennsylvania, Ashley served as the Director of Communications and Public Support for the York County Bar Association and York County Bar Foundation. In this role, she developed and led communication strategies to enhance understanding and support for the Bar Foundation while launching new revenue-generating campaigns to strengthen their work. Ashley also gained extensive experience in community relations and mission development during her tenure with the American Cancer Society.
Ashley is deeply passionate about community service, both professionally and through volunteerism. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for the York Young Professionals, is a member of the Development Committee for Horn Farm Center, and volunteers regularly at Lancaster Cemetery to restore veteran stones, place flags, and honor veteran service. In her free time, Ashley enjoys spending time outside with her husband, Tom, and their dog, Salem, as well as painting and embracing everything about the fall season.
Ashley earned her Bachelor of Science in Recreation, Park, and Tourism Management from Penn State University and her Master of Arts in Strategic Leadership and Management from York College of Pennsylvania.