Ashley Stallings

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I’m Ashley Stallings—a nonprofit founder, speaker, and consultant who believes that heart-led leadership can change the world.

Over the last 10 years, I’ve built a nonprofit from the ground up—no roadmap, no big budget, just a deep belief in doing right by kids and communities who are too often overlooked. I’ve been in the trenches: passing legislation, building teams, scraping for funding, and showing up for families when no one else would. It’s been gritty, humbling, and transformational.

That lived experience is what fuels everything I do—whether I’m speaking on stage, consulting with mission-driven leaders, or helping organizations align their strategy with their values. I don’t just talk about change—I’ve lived it, built it, and learned (sometimes the hard way) what it takes to lead with clarity, courage, and compassion.

Current position (2)

Founder/Executive Director

Upper Valley Child Advocacy Center

Speaker/Consultant

Audibly Ashley

Degrees (2)

BS in Psychology

Brigham Young University Idaho

2000 to 2004

Child Advocacy and Policy

Montclair State University

2017 to 2019

Presentations

Presentations (5)

HOPE-Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences

This workshop explores the HOPE framework—highlighting how Positive Childhood Experiences buffer against adversity—and equips participants to integrate HOPE’s Four Building Blocks into daily practice and multidisciplinary collaboration to better support children and families.

Reigniting Passion After Burnout

For directors, founders and teams who’ve given their all to their work-and need to find their fire again.

You’re the Executive Director of a Nonprofit: Now What?

A guide for new Executive Directors to lead with clarity, confidence and a plan-while keeping their sanity intact.

The Business of Running a Child Advocacy Center(CAC)

A practical and honest look with real strategies dedicated to what it really takes to run a CAC-juggling challenges, managing operations, and making a difference.

Running a Nonprofit in a Rural Area

Explores how rural nonprofits can meet local needs, build strong communities and drive meaningful impact with limited resources.

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Testimonials (3)

Ashley Stallings is a powerful and engaging speaker whose passion for child advocacy is both evident and contagious. She brings deep knowledge, real-world experience, and an authentic presence that resonates with every audience. Ashley has presented to a wide range of groups—from law enforcement and elected officials to youth and faith-based communities—and always delivers content that is relevant, impactful, and tailored to those in the room. She doesn’t just inform—she inspires action. I’ve had the privilege of working with Ashley and witnessing the difference she makes. Her ability to connect, motivate, and elevate conversations around making the world a better place for children is unmatched. I wholeheartedly and highly recommend her for any conference, training, or event focused on making real change.
Darin Burrell
Verified
Ashley is outstanding! She is a fierce advocate for children and effectively inspires others to join the cause. She is an expert at building bridges, mending fences, and creating places of healing. She has been instrumental in our organization's integration into the Multidisciplinary Team process and has helped us become part of the solution.
Aaron Gardner
Verified
Ashley Stallings brings both heart and expertise to her presentations. Her ability to break down complex topics like childhood trauma and resilience into clear, actionable steps is truly impactful. What sets Ashley apart is not just her deep knowledge of trauma-informed care, but her unwavering commitment to healing and hope. She leaves you not just informed—but empowered.
Brittney Mink
Verified

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