Ashleigh Maddison

Ashleigh Maddison is an accomplished leader in operations and continuous improvement with a robust background spanning multiple industries. Currently serving as the Regional Continuous Improvement Director for Celestica in Thailand, Ashleigh supports CI teams across Asia with expertise in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Previous experience includes roles as General Manager at Emerson Automation Solutions, where plant operations and safety system products were managed, and Head of Operations at Warburtons, focusing on gluten-free product innovation. Ashleigh's career includes significant leadership positions at Weir Minerals and an extensive tenure at Caterpillar Inc., where responsibilities encompassed business transformation through Lean and Six Sigma. Ashleigh holds an MBA from Durham University and a Certificate in Company Direction from the Institute of Directors, and is CIMA qualified.