Testimonials

“I’d like to begin by saying this is one of the easiest recommendations I’ve had the privilege of writing in my 12+ years in the design/UX industry.

I've had the privilege of working alongside Ashley for many years now and few individuals possess her unique combination of qualities: she asks the right questions, picks the right battles when advocating for users, and delivers high-quality, thorough experiences—all while navigating an environment I can only describe as dynamic and challenging. Ashley has been a cornerstone of Bayer’s FX program for many years now, consistently demonstrating her exceptional talent, dedication, and impact. Our program owes much of our collective success to her efforts.

Beyond technical expertise, Ashley is an extraordinary collaborator. She excels at building strong bridges between cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless communication between product managers, developers, and stakeholders. Her leadership in workshops and design sprints inspires innovation and drives consensus, even in high-pressure environments.

Ashley embodies the best of the design community. She is relentlessly passionate, unwaveringly professional, and impressively pragmatic when faced with complex circumstances. Her ability to remain focused and deliver outstanding results under constant pressure has earned my utmost respect and trust.

To anyone seeking a skilled and dependable design leader, Ashley is truly in a league of her own. She elevates not only the work but also the people around her, making her an invaluable asset to any team.

I wholeheartedly recommend Ashley to any organization looking to elevate their design and user experience to the next level.”

-Ryan Stiers, Lead UX Designer, Bayer Crop Science

“If you have the opportunity to work with Ashley Kilgore-Crowley, don’t hesitate—just do it. Ashley is one of those rare UX professionals who seamlessly balances strategic vision with hands-on execution. During her time as a Senior UX Architect at Bayer, she played a pivotal role in some of the company’s most high-impact, globally scaled projects—and did so with a level of leadership, creativity, and execution that is genuinely rare to find.

Ashley wasn’t just another UX lead; she was the UX force behind some of Bayer’s most profitable markets and the designs that made them what they are in their production environments today. Managing stakeholders across multiple continents, navigating complex technical landscapes, and ensuring that design seamlessly aligned with development—all while operating within tight budgets and timelines—was no small feat. But Ashley handled it with grace, precision, and an unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional user experiences.

What truly sets Ashley apart is her ability to bridge gaps—between UX and development, between business needs and user expectations, between global strategies and local realities. She was one of only two Lead UX team members supporting over 10 Product Development Teams, and yet, she made it look effortless.

Her ability to drive impact at both a high-level strategic and hands-on design capacity made her an invaluable asset to our team. More than that, Ashley is an incredible collaborator—someone who elevates everyone around her and leaves a lasting mark on both projects and people.

Any company looking for a UX leader who gets things done, drives real business impact, and makes teams better—should hire Ashley. I can’t recommend her highly enough.”

-Justin McCain, Product Squad Lead, Bayer Crop Science

“Ashley is a truly exceptional designer - a rare talent who combines an impressive breadth of skills with the ability to lead and inspire. She excels in user research, rapid concepting, detailed design, print design, component design for complex systems, and facilitating cross-functional collaboration. Whether it’s crafting intricate design solutions or running dynamic workshops, Ashley is a powerhouse of creativity and strategy.

Recently, Ashley represented our Design team during an Innovation Sprint where the goal was to take a problem from concept to user-tested working software in just five days. Her leadership set the tone for success as she guided a diverse group through critical design exercises, coached the team on the fundamentals of user research, and conducted insightful research—all under intense time constraints. Her ability to manage this complexity with composure and excellence was truly remarkable.

What sets Ashley apart is her rare ability to balance advocacy for the user with practical, solution-oriented thinking that aligns with project constraints. She doesn’t just design; she elevates every team and project she touches. Any organization would be fortunate to have Ashley on their team.”

-Jennifer Allison, Principal Designer with Distinction, Bayer Crop Science

“TLDR: You should hire Ashley. She will make your products and team better.

Ashley and I have worked in Product Design on the Farmer Experience team for several years. As a Senior Product/UX Designer for the Bayer Crop Science site, Ashley is an expert in her field and consistently creates high-quality and useful designs. She's equally skilled at leading design workshops and handling difficult stakeholder situations.

What truly impresses me about Ashley is her ability to navigate high-pressure situations with ease. She remains calm and focused, no matter the circumstances.

If you’re building a team, Ashley would undoubtedly be at the top of your list. Her creativity, focus on the user, and dedication to excellence make her an asset in any situation.”

-Charlotte Schaefer, Principal Design Lead, Bayer Crop Science