Ashlee Davis is rewriting the narrative—both at work and at home. As the Global Head of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Talent Development at Ancestry, she leads with intention, ensuring that inclusion is more than a buzzword—it’s a business imperative.

In her 12 Days of Pride feature, Ashlee shares the intersections of her professional mission and her identity as a Black queer woman. “There is reason to be happy in moments when others want us to be sad,” she reflects, “and there’s a reminder, I believe, that our love should not end in tragedy. There will be lows and there are so many highs.”

From advocating for civil rights in the highest levels of government to preparing for married life, Ashlee exemplifies what it means to have pride. Her story is one of expansion—of families, histories, and possibilities—and her journey reminds us that the future of equity starts with what stories we choose to uplift.