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Ashton R.

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Head of People at Bloom Works Public Benefit LLC
📍 New York City Metropolitan Area, United States

Ashton is a senior People leader with over a decade of experience in HR and People Operations, specializing in building culture and designing human-centered solutions. His career includes leadership roles at prominent organizations like The New York Times, USA Today, and The Moth. He is a graduate of Howard University.

He is passionate about strengthening communities, demonstrated by his support for local charities like City Relief. Ashton has also co-chaired an employee resource group centered around wellness, organizing events and initiatives to enhance the employee experience and foster a sense of community at work.

His colleagues frequently describe him as knowledgeable, creative, enthusiastic, and systematic in his approach.

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Experience
8 Years
Current Role
Head of People
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
New York City Metropolitan Area, United States
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Human-Centered Culture
His work focuses on building culture through intentional programming, leadership development, and creating positive employee experiences rooted in trust, connectivity, and belonging.
Talent Development
Praised for his ability to create meaningful internship experiences and for providing invaluable advice on professional growth and salary negotiation.
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Career

Work history

12-2025
Head of People
Bloom Works Public Benefit LLC
11-2023 - 11-2025
Head of People and Culture
The Moth
7-2022 - 7-2023
Director, HR & Talent Acquisition
The New York Times
3-2021 - 2-2023
Co-Chair Healthy Times (ERG)
The New York Times
11-2019 - 7-2022
Senior Manager, HR
The New York Times
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Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Howard University
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