Ashley Brown is one of our three accountants. She grew up in Scranton, Kansas and attended Santa Fe Trail High School. She received her bachelor’s degree from Ottawa University in Accounting & Business Administration. She came to us from Westar Energy where she worked in billing and business integration. Ashley holds an Enrolled Agent credential; which allows her to represent taxpayers before the IRS. Ashley has been at the Accounting Center since June of 2017.

She is married to Kyle Brown and they have two sons Braedyn and Kysin. Between Braedyn’s many sports practices and events and the families love for golf and softball much of their free time is spent outdoors. Ashley played softball in college, a four-year All-KCAC short stop and pitcher, and was recently selected as the first softball inductee for their Hall of Fame.

Who inspires you: My family - they really are the best; my parents are still my biggest fans, my siblings are still my best friends, and my husband and kids get me up every day. They are my proudest accomplishment and greatest blessing.

Would you rather be 20 minutes early or 10 minutes late: I am late no matter how hard I try although I would love to be early.

How do you relax: I am an introvert, being around people, especially bigger groups take a lot out of me. I love being at home, reading, puzzles, crime shows, and crafty projects.

Favorite movie: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days

Favorite scent: Lemon

Favorite food: Tacos or steak – I couldn’t live without either one.

Favorite drink: Iced Tea

Starbucks order: Iced Mocha (sometimes with raspberry or hazelnut when I am feeling daring)

Spirit animal: Lion

Worst food: Seafood

New skill: Foreign language

Coworkers say - Ashley is organized, a problem solver, and is always calm, cool, and collected. She is our listening ear, gives great advice, and is a role model.