Heather Ashly Williams
760.797.5309 ◦ heatherashly@gmail.com
www.heatherashlywilliams.com ◦ www.linkedin.com/in/heatherashlywilliams
WORK EXPERIENCE
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Sacramento, California
Strategic Initiatives Coordinator, After School Division (August 2012 – Present)
 Oversee the development and implementation of a strategic plan that will reshape the Division to focus on
providing high quality expanded learning opportunities for California’s youth.
 Recruit, oversee, and maintain strong relationships with volunteers and stakeholders engaged with planning
process all throughout California.
 Support internal Division improvements to ensure implementation of the strategic plan.
 Design and facilitate in-person and remote meetings/forums to support strategic plan implementation.
 Monitor and analyze California public policy that may impact the Division.
 Execute communication strategies, including creating and utilizing a website and social media accounts, to
promote the Division and engage stakeholders with strategic planning efforts.
 Collaborate with team to fundraise and manage over $570,000 in grant funds to support strategic planning.
CALIFORNIA STATE TREASURER’S OFFICE
Sacramento, California
Treasury Officer, CAEATFA (March 2010-August 2012)
 Implemented and managed new programs, (including a $100 million annual sales and use tax exclusion)
engaged stakeholders, coordinated program outreach and developed program regulations and processes.
 Collaborated with industry partners to establish innovative environmental financing programs.
 Conducted budget reconciliations, generated long-term revenue projections, and forecasted future cash
flows.
 Analyzed and monitored program applications; developed/utilized databases for data collection and
reporting.
 Worked with the web administrator to maintain and update CAEATFA’s website.
 Served as lead analyst and assisted in training other analysts and staff members .
Analyst, Public Finance Division (August 2009 – February 2010)
 Reviewed and evaluated bond documents, cost of issuance, and underwriting fees for bond issuances.
 Tracked bond sale information for reporting purposes and gathered market and bond pricing information.
 Completed post bond sale activities including remittance advice and claim schedule submissions.
CALIFORNIA CAPITOL FELLOWS PROGRAM
Sacramento, California
Executive Fellow: State Treasurer’s Office (October 2008 – August 2009)
 Assisted legislative unit with bill tracking, bill analysis, letter writing and attending hearings.
 Coordinated marketing efforts with Public Affairs for new financing mechanisms for small businesses.
 Analyzed fee revenue data for bond issuing authorities in California, and recommended new fee structures.
ASSOCIATED STUDENTS, CSUF, INC
Fullerton, California
President & CEO (July 2006 – June 2008)
 Managed 9 staff members and a $13 million annual operating budget, created yearly strategic plans, and
established a long-term strategic planning process.
 Advocated on behalf of the over 37,000 students of CSUF to key constituents.
Executive Vice President (February 2006 - June 2006)
 Coordinated the ASI Scholarship Program, Alumni Mentor Program, and Annual ASI Banquet.
EDUCATION
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, SACRAMENTO
Sacramento, California
Graduate Coursework in Public Administration/ Public Policy, 12 Semester Units Completed
CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FULLERTON
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Fullerton, California