Ashley Tankersley has led international student recruitment at HCC for over a decade, where she develops innovative recruitment plans to grow and diversify international student enrollments by nurturing international partnerships. Ashley is an expert in the field and presents internationally on successful agent partnerships, promoting community colleges, and 2+2 programs. She has served in numerous leadership positions, including NAFSA's Chair Emeritus for the Community College IIG, NAFSA Region VII's Two-Year College Representative, and as a member of the International-ACAC Membership Committee. Currently, Ashley serves as a Board member of the IELTS USA Higher Education Advisory Council and an External Reviewer for AIRC Certification. She is also the recipient of the NAFSA Region VII New Professional 2016 Award.