With an impressive career spanning multiple national newsrooms, Ashley Armstrong has been recognised for her reporting on some of the biggest stories in business, such as the implosion of Peter Mandelson’s lobby business Global Counsel.
Whilst at The Sun, Ashley brought some of the biggest business stories to life, including the Liz Truss market meltdown and cost of living crises, as well as editing alongside a range of FTSE 100 chief executives. Other topics she covered whilst at The Sun include the mini-budget market meltdown, energy crisis, economic impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Ted Baker disappearing from the high street, Carpetright filing for administration, as well as the water watchdog scandal.
Prior to working at The Sun, Ashley worked as a City Reporter for City A.M, a Senior Reporter for Credit Today, a Senior Reporter for Mergermarket, an M&A Editor, Retail Correspondent, and Retail Editor for The Telegraph, and three years as a Retail and M&A Editor for The Times. Over these years she broke stories regarding the pandemic lockdown, London businesses, European stock takeovers, and retail brands such as WH Smith and Morrisons.
She began her career in financial journalism in 2008, just two weeks before the financial firm Lehman Brothers collapsed.
In 2022 she won the PRCA City Journalist of the Year Award.
Ashley Armstrong | Speaking Topics
– Business
– Retail
– Personal Finance
– Consumer Affairs
– Economics
– Financial Markets
– Future of Work
– M&A
– Female Financial Empowerment
– Gender Pay, Investment, and Pensions Gaps
Ashley is widely recognised for her ability to explain complex developments shaping the business landscape. Her sharp analysis combined with accessible storytelling makes her a compelling keynote speaker, event host, and moderator.
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