Ashley Sullivan
@ashleysullivan
Strategic Technical Support & Service Desk Leader with 10+ years experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a strategic, analytical, and forward-thinking Technical Support & Service Desk Leader with over 10 years of experience in driving service excellence and optimizing support operations. My career has been marked by a commitment to leading high-performing teams and implementing procedures that streamline workflows while ensuring continuous process improvement. I have a proven track record in IT infrastructure management, focusing on incident resolution and technical troubleshooting to minimize service disruptions.
In my recent role as a Global Technical Support Engineer Manager at Confluent, I successfully managed and mentored a team of remote engineers, enhancing collaboration and engagement through regular one-on-one meetings and team-building initiatives. I led the development of support offerings aimed at improving efficiency and customer satisfaction, while also coordinating staffing and on-call scheduling to ensure 24/7 coverage across time zones.
My experience spans various technical support roles, where I have consistently achieved high customer satisfaction scores and optimized operational performance. I am passionate about staff training and development, having designed and implemented training programs that elevate team performance and technical proficiency. I am eager to bring my expertise in service desk operations and IT management to a dynamic organization that values innovation and excellence.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Global Technical Support Engineer Manager
Confluent
Jan 2023 - Mar 2025 (2 years 2 months)
Monitored and coordinated the distribution of calls, tickets, and emails to resolve escalations and provide 24/7 support, focusing on SLAs and KPIs. Led, developed, and mentored a team of remote engineers, overseeing hiring and building strong relationships. Led the development and continuous improvement of support offerings and operations to drive efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Technical Support Engineer Manager
ICIMS
Oct 2021 - Nov 2022 (1 year 1 month)
Coordinated the distribution of calls, tickets, and emails to streamline operations, maximize team performance, and achieve SLAs and KPIs. Monitored individual and team performance, conducting coaching sessions and reviews to enhance productivity. Partnered with the Talent team to acquire, develop, and retain top talent by designing and implementing shadowing and cross-training programs.
Technical Support Team Manager/Trainer
SAIC
Nov 2019 - Sep 2021 (1 year 10 months)
Strategically managed operations and scheduling for two technical support desks handling Level 1 and Level 2 support. Designed and implemented training programs, playing a key leadership role in developing instructional materials and leading workshops. Led service optimization initiatives by optimizing escalation protocols, streamlining workflows, and integrating new technologies.
Technical Help Desk Technician II/Trainer/Lead
Chameleon
Jan 2019 - Nov 2019 (10 months)
Supervised multiple communication channels, efficiently managing customer inquiries and providing prompt responses. Acted as a primary point of escalation for customers, providing expert support via remote tools to troubleshoot network issues. Created customized templates and workflows within the Remedy ticketing system, encompassing conducting quality assurance checks and managing backlogs.
Technical Help Desk Technician/Mentor
Conduent
Aug 2016 - Jan 2019 (2 years 5 months)
Delivered technical support to 80+ inquires a data, consistently meeting and exceeding metrics in assisting military personnel and Department of Defense members. Successfully maintained a 98-99% first-call resolution rate, earning the opportunity to serve in a mentor role. Created and maintained technical documentation, leading to contributing to a centralized knowledge base that streamlined issue
Administrative/Technical Assistant
State Beauty Supply
Jul 2013 - Aug 2016 (3 years 1 month)
Developed, delivered, and tracked change management deliverables, including training sessions and coaching programs. Acted as a primary point of escalation for both customers and employees, responsible for troubleshooting software and hardware issues. Supported operational initiatives by maintaining technical documentation, managing scheduling, and generating reports.
Administrative/Technical Assistant
Air Mobility Wing Safety
Jun 2010 - Feb 2013 (2 years 8 months)
Delivered administrative and technical support for safety operations and managed requests, encompassing diagnosing and resolving software and hardware issues. Oversaw and audited internal safety programs to verify compliance through validation processes. Led conference calls and briefings for senior leadership to provide detailed analysis on emergency drill procedures.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Western Governors University
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Business Administration, IT Management
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Skills
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