// 01About
Ashley · Data & Automation Director

I advise because
I've lived it.

At HEI Civil, I serve as Data & Automation Director across multi-state operations. I've been in the room with CFOs who didn't trust the numbers. I've seen well-designed systems fail because teams weren't brought along. I've scaled AI without governance and learned the hard way.

My work is grounded in real enterprise complexity, not theory.

Ashley, founder of A River of Data
// 02What changed

I lead with decisions, not tools

I start by understanding how decisions are actually made, where trust breaks down, where teams build workarounds. Over 6+ years leading enterprise data strategy, that approach produced results leadership can hold onto.

$1M+ recurring annual ROI through data and automation
19,000+ manual hours eliminated annually across three divisions
AI governance framework designed, implemented, now scaling enterprise-wide
Trusted enterprise systems used by leadership for daily decision-making
// 03How I approach it

I build systems three ways

[ 01 ]

Strategy & Architecture

Enterprise data strategy, AI governance frameworks, integrations, and reporting systems.

[ 02 ]

Adoption & Change

Guide teams through implementation so systems stick, and actually deliver value.

[ 03 ]

Advisory & Board Guidance

Strategic sessions for leaders on data, AI, and automation, plus board-level guidance on governance and risk.

// 04Why this matters
Board perspective

I've served on two boards, including as board secretary and finance committee member.

That perspective shapes how I think about governance, risk, and long-term accountability. The systems I design are documented, maintainable, and built for long-term ownership, they work because people trust them, understand them, and can sustain them as the organization grows.

Without adoption, the best systems fail. That's what I focus on.

// 05Speaking & thought leadership

I speak on data strategy, adoption, and governance

Attendees report direct impact on how they approach technology implementation.

  • ›Trimble Dimensions (2023, 2025, 2026), 4.75/5, fully booked
  • ›SnowFROC 2026
  • ›Live! 360 Tech Con 2026 (two sessions selected)
  • ›DrupalCamp Colorado 2026
  • ›Women in Construction Week 2023 (featured speaker)
// 06What leaders say

"A rare talent with both technical depth and the strategic mindset to lead enterprise change. She looks beyond simple fixes to build scalable foundations."

Randy W.

"Excellent communication skills, she consistently translates technical concepts into language business users understand. Impressive in her expertise and dedication to high-quality work."

Jordan J.

"One of the most important sessions I've ever attended. The knowledge shared will directly shape how I approach technology and workflow implementation."

Justin M.
// 07The foundation

What I bring

15+ yrs leading teams and operations
6+ yrs owning enterprise data strategy across multi-state operations
Boards board service, secretary and finance committee member
Industry hands-on in construction, operations, and mid-market organizations
English / Español bilingual: English and Spanish
// 08Let's talk

Your systems are built. Your people don't trust them.

If your organization is working around fragile systems, or you're navigating AI governance without a framework, let's talk. Start with a free 30-minute intro call to assess fit.

Book a free intro conversation →
Or reach out directly
email ariverofdata@gmail.com phone (720) 248-7373 linkedin /in/ariverofdata
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