Ashley Harriger is an accomplished culinary professional currently serving as the Executive Pastry Chef at Shinola Hotel since August 2023, following a tenure as Pastry Chef at Mainstreet Ventures Restaurant Group from June 2020 to July 2023. Previously, Ashley held the position of Executive Pastry Chef at Blue Plate from February 2011 to June 2020, overseeing a team dedicated to producing high-quality pastries for a catering company. Early career experiences include roles as a Starbucks Barista at HMS Host and as a Student Manager in Campus Dining at Grand Valley State University, where responsibilities included food preparation and management. Ashley's retail experience spans positions as a Sales Associate at Hot Topic and Torrid, where outstanding customer service was prioritized. Educationally, Ashley holds a Certificate in Baking & Pastry from Kendall College and Bachelor's degrees in Art & Design from Grand Valley State University.