Ashley Petersen

Ashley Petersen is an Associate Creative Director and Art Director at Spiro, a global brand experience agency, since March 2022, where the focus is on crafting innovative global events that enhance human connections. Prior experience includes roles as a Designer at GES - Global Experience Specialists from April 2019 to March 2022 and at CEP - Chicago Exhibit Productions, Inc. from June 2018 to May 2019, where Ashley sought mentorship and growth in design. Earlier work as a Designer at MG Experiential Marketing involved creating branded environments, while a student graphic designer role at Bemidji State University's Communications & Marketing Office included designing various promotional materials. Ashley gained foundational experience as a Creative Intern at Acer Exhibits, a Graphic Designer at Standard-Gazette and Messenger Newspaper, and began a career in supervision as a Lifeguard for the City of Hector. Educationally, Ashley graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Technology, Art, and Design from Bemidji State University in 2016 and was also a NCAA Division II athlete and captain of the volleyball team during that time.