Ashley Hessing

Ashley Hessing is a seasoned professional in product management and buying, currently serving as a Product Manager at Essendant since June 2022. Previously held the position of Senior Buyer at LTD Commodities, overseeing the financial performance and merchandise development across multiple categories, including Toy, Baby, and Health & Beauty. Experience as Buyer/Category Manager at Excelligence Learning Corp involved data-driven strategies for sales growth in Play & Learn and Infant & Toddler categories. Ashley also worked as Assistant Brand Manager at Fromm International, supporting key accounts and implementing marketing initiatives, and held various roles at Colony Brands, Chelsea & Scott, and BCBG Max Azria, focusing on purchasing, merchandising, and sales operations. Ashley holds an Associate of Arts degree from the College of Lake County.