WILMA’s Leadership Institute: Meet Ashleigh Leuck

WILMA’s 2024 Leadership Institute, an annual nine-month program, gives area women the opportunity to learn from leaders in the region, visit a range of local companies, and serve as each others’ personal board of directors.

The program is part of WILMA’s Women to Watch Leadership Initiative, created to help develop more women leaders in our area.

Meet institute member ASHLEIGH LEUCK.

Ashleigh Leuck

Title: CEO

Company: Breakthrough Autism

How long have you been with your current employer? Since January 2021

Alma Mater: University of North Carolina Wilmington

Prior career experience:

Undergrad/Post-Undergrad:

• • Worked full-time as a Qualified Professional at a residential psychiatric facility (2yrs)
  • Pre-school Teacher while applying to graduate school

Post Grad School:

• • Program Coordinator of a Pediatric Feeding Disorders Clinic (2 yrs)
  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst (to gain competency with early skill acquisition and social skills with the Autism Population; 1 yr)
  • Launched ABA program in Sneads Ferry (1 yr)

Current job responsibilities:

Strategic Planning and Vision

• • Define and Articulate the Company’s Vision: Establish the long-term direction and goals of the company.
  • Develop Strategic Plans: Create and implement strategic plans to achieve the company’s vision, including expansion plans, service diversification, and market positioning.
  • Innovation: Promote innovation in service delivery, technology use, and treatment methodologies to keep the company at the forefront of the ABA field.
• Operational Leadership
  • Oversee Daily Operations: Ensure efficient and effective operation of all company functions, from clinical services to administrative support.
  • Policy Development: Develop, implement, and review company policies to uphold service quality, compliance with industry standards, and legal requirements.
  • Quality Assurance: Implement and oversee quality assurance measures to ensure the highest quality of care and services.
• Financial Management
  • Budget Oversight: Develop the annual budget in collaboration with the finance team and ensure management according to the organization’s financial goals.
  • Financial Strategy and Health: Monitor and manage the company’s financial health, including revenue growth, cost management, and profitability.
• Team Development and Leadership
  • Build and Lead the Executive Team: Hire, develop, and mentor key management personnel and ensure a strong leadership team.
  • Organizational Culture: Foster a positive, ethical, and productive workplace culture that aligns with the company’s values and mission.
  • Professional Development: Promote ongoing professional development and training for staff at all levels to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Stakeholder Relations
  • Client Relations: Ensure high levels of client satisfaction through exceptional service quality and responsive communication.
  • Community and Public Relations: Represent the company in the community and industry, enhancing the organization’s public image and relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that the company complies with all relevant laws, regulations, and professional standards within the ABA industry.
• Innovation and Research
  • Research and Development: Encourage and sometimes oversee research and development activities to advance ABA practices and the company’s service offerings.
  • Adopt Technological Advancements: Integrate the latest technology and ABA software tools to improve service delivery and operational efficiency.

Hobbies: Discovering new local restaurants, brunch, reading, coffee, buying toys for my dog, bike rides, and a slight shopping addiction

To learn more about WILMA’s Leadership Institute and Initiative, go to wilmamag.com/women-to-watch.

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