Wheeler-Gerds named director of strategic engagement with Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion

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Posted January 7, 2022 | By Joel Bronson
joel@ocalagazette.com

Ashley Wheeler-Gerds has been named director of strategic engagement for the Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County.

Wheeler-Gerds was born and raised in Central Florida and brings experience working for IMG College Sports, the Colonnade Group, the Masters Tournament, and ESPN to the Foundation.

Most recently, Wheeler-Gerds has been the general manager of the Paddock Mall and Gaitway Plaza in Ocala.

Wheeler-Gerds expressed her feelings about the new opportunity with the Community Foundation.

“I’m very excited about joining the Community Foundation team.

“Early on, when I moved to Ocala, it became a passion of mine to get involved and give back to our community. I’ve been blessed in my time here to connect with many businesses, elected and community leaders. I look forward to enhancing the awareness to the great work being done at the Community Foundation.”

The director of strategic engagement works with local nonprofit organizations and various pillars in the community. Wheeler-Gerds will lead the team in engaging individuals, businesses, and grantors by encouraging them to partner with the Community Foundation and support the Foundation’s vision of enhancing the quality of life in Marion County.

For more information visit www.ocalafoundation.org.