Victoria Ashford

Chief Executive Officer

Proven executive leader with 25+ years driving operational transformation, M&A integration, and strategic growth across PE-backed manufacturing enterprises

Executive Leadership

Transforming organizations through strategic vision, operational discipline, and board-level governance

P&L Turnaround: $400M Manufacturing Entity

Led comprehensive operational transformation of underperforming PE-backed manufacturer, implementing lean methodologies, supply chain optimization, and talent development programs that restored profitability within 18 months.

$45M EBITDA Improvement
2.8x Valuation Multiple
18 Mo Turnaround Timeline

Strategic M&A: Multi-Site Integration

Orchestrated acquisition and integration of three manufacturing facilities across North America, consolidating operations, standardizing processes, and capturing $12M in annual synergies while maintaining zero customer disruption.

$12M Annual Synergies
100% Customer Retention
120 Days Integration Cycle

Digital Transformation: Industry 4.0 Implementation

Championed enterprise-wide digital transformation initiative integrating IoT sensors, predictive analytics, and ERP modernization across eight manufacturing sites, driving productivity gains and quality improvements.

23% Productivity Increase
$8M Cost Reduction
35% Defect Reduction
"Victoria's strategic vision and operational expertise transformed our portfolio company from underperforming to best-in-class. Her ability to align stakeholders and drive measurable results is exceptional." — Managing Partner, Tier-1 Private Equity Firm

Areas of Expertise

Strategic Leadership

  • Board Governance & Reporting
  • Investor Relations
  • Long-Range Strategic Planning
  • Organizational Design
  • Culture Transformation

Operational Excellence

  • Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma
  • Supply Chain Optimization
  • Quality Management Systems
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Performance Management

Financial Stewardship

  • P&L Management
  • Capital Allocation
  • Cost Optimization
  • EBITDA Enhancement
  • M&A Due Diligence

Growth Strategy

  • Market Expansion
  • New Product Development
  • Strategic Partnerships
  • Digital Transformation
  • Innovation Programs

M&A Leadership

  • Acquisition Strategy
  • Integration Planning
  • Synergy Realization
  • Divestiture Management
  • Post-Merger Integration

Stakeholder Management

  • Board Communications
  • PE Partner Relations
  • Executive Team Building
  • Change Leadership
  • Media & Public Relations

Board Advisory & Executive Leadership

Available for CEO, board director, and advisory roles in PE-backed manufacturing and industrial enterprises seeking transformational leadership.

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