Ashley Lynn Knight has built a career defined by strategic growth, operational excellence, and commitment to organizational success. As a project manager at Wiremann Electric, she oversees complex projects that involve general contractors and municipal infrastructure, including wastewater and water treatment plants. Her leadership responsibilities span the entire project lifecycle, from inception to completion. She leads a team of 12, manages procurement and processing, ensures quality customer service, coordinates personnel scheduling, handles human resources functions, assists with information technology needs, and develops marketing strategies. She takes particular pride in the substantial growth she has driven for Wiremann Electric and previous employers, including expanded customer bases and significantly improved profit margins.
Ms. Knight’s educational foundation laid the groundwork for her multifaceted career. She earned an Associate of Arts degree in family and consumer sciences from North Iowa Area Community College in Mason City, where she achieved Dean’s List recognition for academic excellence. She also holds a certificate of completion in economics from the Heartland Economic Development Course, as well as multiple professional credentials, including a life, health, and accident insurance license and a personal lines insurance license from the Iowa Insurance Division. Additionally, she earned certification in Vermeer agricultural forage equipment from Vermeer University and a Google certificate during the challenging period of the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrating her commitment to continuous learning even under difficult circumstances.
Ms. Knight’s extensive background in management and operations is rooted in a diverse career path that reflects resilience and adaptability. Before joining Wiremann Electric, was a human resources coordinator at Hen Haven LLC, guiding recruitment, employee relations and compliance during a period of widespread uncertainty brought on by the pandemic. Earlier, she held dual roles as parts manager and office manager at Rueter’s Equipment, where she was responsible for inventory oversight, procurement and administrative efficiency.
Ms. Knight also excelled in supply chain and procurement roles. As storeroom kitting clerk at Michael Foods, she managed inventory logistics and supported production teams by streamlining supply chain processes. She directed purchasing strategies as procurement manager at Dalton Ag Products Inc., optimizing cost efficiency and supplier relationships. As purchasing manager at Merchandising Frontiers Inc., she implemented improved procurement practices and enhanced vendor partnerships that strengthened the organization’s operations.
Ms. Knight’s leadership experience extends to the retail and telecommunications sector, where she managed sales initiatives and customer service improvements as manager at The Cellular Connection, contributing to significant revenue growth. She also maintained a part-time practice as an independent insurance specialist, offering customized solutions in life, health, accident and personal lines insurance.
Ms. Knight’s contributions have not gone unnoticed. She is a four-time recipient of the Master Dealer Platinum Award from Vermeer Corporation, a testament to her consistent performance and leadership. Her approach to professional challenges is influenced by her upbringing in an athletic family, which instilled in her the values of perseverance, teamwork, and a focus on collective achievement over individual accolades.
Beyond her career, Ms. Knight is deeply engaged in civic and community initiatives. She dedicates her time to local volunteer efforts, including sports fundraising events and community clean-up drives, reflecting her belief in the importance of giving back. In her personal life, she enjoys playing sports, raising her stepchildren, and participating in volunteer work that strengthens her community.
Ms. Knight plans to continue contributing to Wiremann Electric’s success with a long-term vision of advancing into executive leadership roles such as chief financial officer. Her professional journey reflects a steady progression marked by growth, innovation, and leadership, qualities that continue to guide her as she shapes the future of the organizations she serves.