Ashley Thiel, PHR
Senior HR Consultant
Certifications
- Professional Human Resources (PHR) certification from Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
Recent Client List
Recent Awards & Recognition
About Ashley:
Ashley Thiel is an HR Consultant and Educator with 17+ years of experience helping organizations strengthen their people practices, build strong leaders, and foster inclusive, high-performing cultures. She has held senior HR leadership roles with well-known brands such as Ralph Lauren, Hudson’s Bay Company, Aritzia, and Foot Locker, supporting both U.S. and Canadian operations.
In addition to consulting, Ashley teaches Human Resources and Organizational Behaviour at Conestoga College, where she blends her real-world experience with her passion for developing the next generation of HR leaders. With a proven background in HR management, employee relations, talent development, and organizational strategy, Ashley partners with businesses to provide practical, tailored solutions that align people with performance.
From Ashley:
“As a Human Resources Consultant and Leadership Coach, I focus on empowering leaders and organizations to thrive. My work centers on creating strong leadership pipelines, building inclusive and engaged workplaces, and providing practical HR strategies that help businesses navigate change with confidence. I bring a balance of strategic insight and hands-on support, tailoring each solution to meet the unique needs of the organization.”
Key Services
- HR Consulting & Compliance
- Provide practical HR solutions tailored to business needs.
- Support policy development, compliance, and employee relations in both unionized and non-unionized environments.
- Leadership Development & Coaching
- Design and deliver customized leadership training and coaching programs.
- Focus on developing self-aware, resilient, and capable leaders.
Organizational Strategy & Workforce Planning- Align people strategies with business goals.
- Support succession planning, talent management, and employee engagement initiatives.
Culture & Change Management- Partner with organizations to build inclusive, high-performance workplace cultures.
- Guide teams through change with strategies that minimize resistance and maximize buy-in.
Approach
Ashley believes in building collaborative partnerships with clients by listening first, then co-creating strategies that are practical, sustainable, and people-focused. She draws on her cross-border HR leadership experience, academic expertise, and coaching mindset to help organizations not only solve immediate challenges but also strengthen long-term people strategies.
