Ashley (Ash) Spoto, M.Ed

Ashley (Ash) Spoto, M.Ed, is an education enthusiast and lifelong learner with a passion for developing people, education, and fostering professional growth. Currently a Director- People, Development, & Learning at L’Oréal, she has a proven ability to collaborate across multiple teams, streamline procedures, and enhance learning within business. Ash combines her expertise in education with corporate learning, enabling colleagues and partners to grow their skills, gain confidence, and succeed in their careers. In addition to her corporate role, she served as an adjunct professor at Susquehanna University, teaching courses in retail and visual merchandising, and shares her knowledge to prepare the next generation of professionals. Ash’s career has spanned roles in Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Learning and Development within L’Oréal and The Estée Lauder Companies, where she developed programs to support onboarding, career development, and functional upskilling. Her approach is guided by a philosophy she learned early in her career: by the time you leave a job, the role should have evolved because of the growth and impact you brought to it. This mindset drives her to continuously innovate, teach, and mentor across industries. A graduate of Susquehanna University with a self-designed bachelor’s degree in Luxury Brand Communications and Marketing, Ash has completed her Master of Education in Adult and Continuing Education at Rutgers Graduate School of Education in August of 2025. Beyond her professional work, she is deeply committed to leadership and service in fraternity and sorority life, as well as higher education communities, holding leadership roles with Beate Theta Pi. Her work is fueled by a dedication to lifelong learning, meaningful connection, and helping others translate knowledge into action for real-world impact.