Michael Ashton – Executive Director

Executive Director Michael ashton with his dogs Cosette and Marius (Left to Right)

Michael is thrilled to be joining Meadowood Springs as the organization’s new Executive Director. Michael is a pending graduate of Marylhurst University, where he has completed coursework for his Masters in Business Administration with a concentration in Nonprofit Management. He comes to Meadowoood Springs following four years as an administrative professional for Classic Pianos, a family owned piano retail store headquartered in Portland, OR. While piano retail provided great opportunities in a fun and enriching environment, Michael’s true passion has always been in nonprofit organizations. Prior to his role in the piano business, Michael was a Program and Artistic Director for the Pacific Heroic Artists, Musicians, and Entertainers (PHAME) Academy, a nonprofit organization based in Portland that provides artistic education and opportunities to adults with developmental disabilities. In his five years working with PHAME, Michael developed extensive skills in networking, fundraising, marketing, and process development. In his free time, Michael enjoys taking his dogs for walks, fine dining, disc golf, astronomy, movies, and an occasional game or two.  We are thrilled to have Michael join us.