Hi! I'm Michelle, creator of AscendHer.  I look forward to connecting and supporting your journey to Conquer the Upslope of running a business.

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My journey began several years ago when I faced the internal turmoil of venturing with my then-toddler.  Since we strive to be responsible adults, Dad and I didn't always have the same work (or better yet, time off) schedule that allowed us to adventure together.  At the time, I couldn't find a network of rockstar mamas that would hike, travel, trek, or adventure with.  My solution was to create one.  Queue the birth of Toddlers 'n Trails, A Mom-lead Journey.

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Professionally, I'm a seasoned Technical Writer, Project Coordinator, Knowledge Coordinator, and Process Strategist.  I have worn many hats and have come to realize my favorite element from each experience was facilitating and bringing participants together.  I tend to think outside of the typical box, leading me to recognize pain points and hurdles that can bring productivity to a hard stop.

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After recognizing my talent as a facilitator, I began brainstorming how I could connect my love for adventure and the outdoors with my skill set.  What could I offer that sets me apart from others that are so amazing and more talented?  My answer, AscendHer.

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Let's Conquer the Upslope and the gnarly aspects of professional ascension.

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as·cend·er | /əˈsendər/

2: climbing

a device (usually mechanical)  used for climbing a rope, or for facilitating protection with a fixed rope when climbing on very steep mountain terrain.  Ascenders can also be used as a braking component within a rope hauling system, often used in rescue situations.

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Learn more about Michelle's professional accomplishments with LinkedIn.

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