Meet the Board: Ashley Diekmann

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwestern Indiana is excited to announce our newest board member, Ashley!

Originally from Brownstown, Indiana, Ashley is a proud graduate of Indiana University, where she earned her degree in Apparel Merchandising and Design. Though her career path has evolved since college, her creativity and eye for design continue to influence her community-driven work. Outside of her professional life, Ashley enjoys spending time with her three sons, running, hiking, cooking, and baking. She finds joy in the everyday moments and is especially passionate about being a mom.

Ashley currently serves as the River Vision Advancement Director, a role she has held for the past 10 months. In this position, she leads efforts focused on the Ohio River Vision across Vanderburgh, Posey, and Warrick counties. Her work is driven by a deep passion for building strong communities and creating lasting impact for future generations.

Ashley is described as intentional, loyal, and community-minded—three traits that are evident in both her personal and professional life. When asked about what kids mean to her, Ashley shared,

“Kids are important because they remind us not to take life too seriously, and they inspire us to keep learning and growing while shaping the future.” This belief is one of the many reasons she was drawn to Big Brothers Big Sisters. “I chose Big Brothers Big Sisters because it’s an organization that intentionally invests in the well-being and success of our community’s children,” she said. “I’m excited to join a group of passionate individuals committed to making a lasting impact on our children, our community, and future generations.”

A favorite quote of Ashley’s comes from Winston Churchill: “Success is not final, failure is not fatal. It is the courage to continue that counts.” It’s a reflection of the persistence and positive mindset she brings to everything she does.

Please join us in welcoming Ashley to our Board of Directors, we can’t wait to see the impact you'll make!

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Our Board of Directors are some of the largest advocates and supporters of our organization. We are grateful for an engaged Board of Directors who are committed to our vision for all children to achieve success in life. 

If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a Big, visit mentoringkids.org/volunteer.