AOP: What is your greatest source of motivation as a mother?
Ashley: My greatest motivation as a mom is making sure my son and daughter grow up to be kind, caring, and successful people. I was blessed with parents who poured love, guidance, and values into me, and I want to pass that same foundation on to my children. More than anything, I want them to know they are deeply loved and supported, to have the confidence to chase their dreams, and the compassion to treat others well. Every choice I make as a parent is rooted in wanting to equip them not just with opportunities for success, but also with the strength and resilience to handle any challenges the world throws their way, so they can live meaningful and fulfilling lives.
AOP: What has been your most difficult challenge as a mother?
Ashley: My most difficult challenge as a mother so far has been finding balance—between work and home, between caring for my children and still taking care of myself.
On top of that, juggling extracurricular activities keeps us constantly on the go. With my daughter in dance and my son in travel baseball, there’s rarely a weeknight without a practice or a weekend without a game. I’ve had to learn to let go of perfection and instead focus on being present in each moment. There are days when I question if I’m doing enough, but I remind myself that love, consistency, and showing up matter more than anything.
AOP: What values do you prioritize in parenting?
Ashley: The values I prioritize most in parenting are faith, kindness, integrity, and resilience. I want my children to have a strong relationship with the Lord and to know the importance of leaning on their faith as a guiding foundation. I also want them to treat others with respect and compassion, to be honest and dependable in everything they do, and to have the strength to keep going when life gets tough. Gratitude and hard work are equally important to me, because I believe both are key to living a meaningful and successful life. At the heart of it all, I want them to know they are deeply loved—by me, by our family, and by God—and to carry that love into the way they live and treat others.
AOP: How did becoming a mom impact your personal and professional life?
Ashley: Becoming a mom changed both my personal and professional life in the best ways. Personally, it gave me a deeper sense of purpose and taught me patience, perspective, how to find joy in the little moments, and how to love on a whole different level.
Professionally, it’s pushed me to become more organized, efficient, and intentional with my time, because every minute away from my kids has to matter. Motherhood has also made me more empathetic and understanding, which carries into the way I build relationships at work.
AOP: How do you maintain your own identity as a wife and mom?
Ashley: I try to maintain my identity as a wife and mom by remembering that I’m still an individual outside of those roles. It’s definitely a work in progress, especially when it comes to prioritizing time with my husband, but I know how important it is for us to stay connected. I’ve also learned to carve out small moments for myself—whether it’s quiet time, pursuing personal goals, or even just a solo Target run. When I give myself that space, I’m able to show up better for both my marriage and my kids.
AOP: How do you and your spouse stay connected while in the phase of raising young children?
Ashley: Staying connected while raising young kids definitely looks different right now. Sometimes it’s not fancy date nights, but sitting side by side in the bleachers or catching up in the car on the way to practice. We also make it a point to do things we both enjoy—like going to concerts and we recently even took a trip to Mexico together. It’s not always glamorous, but those little and big moments remind us we’re in it as a team.
AOP: What is your greatest hope for your children’s future?
Ashley: My greatest hope for my children’s future is that they grow into kind, resilient, and faith-filled people who know they are deeply loved. I want them to have the courage to chase their dreams, the strength to handle life’s challenges, and the wisdom to treat others with compassion and respect.
More than anything, I hope they stay grounded in their relationship with the Lord and carry the values we’ve instilled in them into every stage of life. If they can walk confidently in who they are, love others well, and find joy in their journey, I’ll know I’ve done my job as their mom.
Rapid Fire Fun
- Tea or Coffee? Coffee
- Favorite Holiday? Christmas
- Early Bird or Night Owl? Early Bird
- Favorite Place? Anywhere tropical
- One word to describe yourself? Dedicated
Ashley Colquitt and her husband, Keevon, have been married for 13 years. They both attended Auburn University and are proud to raise their family in a community they love. Ashley is the Director of Operations and Engagement at the Opelika Chamber of Commerce, and Keevon works for O’Reilly’s. Together, they have two kids – KJ (12) and Olivia (9). As a family, the Colquitts enjoy fishing, spending time with family, and Auburn football. Most days, you’ll find them at the baseball field cheering on KJ, or in the dance studio watching Olivia shine.
Author: Staff
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