Ashley Bates

Ashley is a Director at Leap District with over 15 years in the industry. She is an experienced Certified Public Accountant who has worked with investment firms, small businesses, and high net worth individuals, specializing in fund administration, tax compliance, and financial reporting.

Prior to joining Leap District, Ashley worked as a Controller for venture capital and private equity funds, leading a team of fund accountants and global partners overseeing financial statement audits, investor allocations, and tax filings.

Ashley's deep expertise across the fund lifecycle — from formation through reporting — makes her a trusted partner for emerging and established managers alike.