I bring several years of hands-on experience delivering tailored solutions to international clients via platforms like Codeable, where I’ve earned a reputation for high-quality work and dependable results. My technical expertise spans WooCommerce (including advanced cart logic and timed checkout for Foo - Events as well as custom seating arrangements for bookings), Formidable Forms automation, Elementor, Zoho Sign API integration, and custom plugin templated development. With a past background in management, I combine technical proficiency with strategic thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills. While I’ve led teams and managed projects in the past, my current focus is on building my freelance development career — where I specialize in building high-performance, user-centered WordPress solutions that meet complex business needs. I hold both Italian and South African citizenship, which allows me to work flexibly across regions and collaborate with international clients with ease.

Ashley McLean

I bring several years of hands-on experience delivering tailored solutions to international clients via platforms like Codeable, where I’ve earned a reputation for high-quality work and dependable results. My technical expertise spans WooCommerce (including advanced cart logic and timed checkout for Foo - Events as well as custom seating arrangements for bookings), Formidable Forms automation, Elementor, Zoho Sign API integration, and custom plugin templated development. With a past background in management, I combine technical proficiency with strategic thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills. While I’ve led teams and managed projects in the past, my current focus is on building my freelance development career — where I specialize in building high-performance, user-centered WordPress solutions that meet complex business needs. I hold both Italian and South African citizenship, which allows me to work flexibly across regions and collaborate with international clients with ease.

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I bring several years of hands-on experience delivering tailored solutions to international clients via platforms like Codeable, where I’ve earned a reputation for high-quality work and dependable results. My technical expertise spans WooCommerce (including advanced cart logic and timed checkout for Foo - Events as well as custom seating arrangements for bookings), Formidable Forms automation, Elementor, Zoho Sign API integration, and custom plugin templated development.

With a past background in management, I combine technical proficiency with strategic thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills. While I’ve led teams and managed projects in the past, my current focus is on building my freelance development career — where I specialize in building high-performance, user-centered WordPress solutions that meet complex business needs. I hold both Italian and South African citizenship, which allows me to work flexibly across regions and collaborate with international clients with ease.

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Work Experience

Freelance WordPress Developer at Codeable
July 1, 2022 - November 3, 2025
End-to-end design and development of WordPress websites, aligning deliverables with client business goals; collaborating with clients to gather requirements and translate them into scalable solutions; delivering high-quality, client-focused results.
Branch Manager
January 1, 2020 - November 3, 2025
Leading and motivating a team of employees to achieve high levels of productivity and customer satisfaction; ensuring inventory control; managing cash flow, cash transactions, and deposits; implementing security measures; conducting regular audits; collaborating with the General Manager and stakeholders to develop and execute sales and marketing strategies; resolving customer complaints; analyzing sales data and feedback; training and coaching staff; performance evaluations; supplier relations; optimizing procurement and pricing; monitoring expenses; developing relationships with key customers to foster growth.
Estate Agent at AN McLean Properties
October 31, 2013 - October 31, 2013
Expertise in acquiring and listing new properties in the real estate market; proactive cold-calling to connect with potential clients; skilled in pricing and commission negotiations; nurturing strong client relationships; property valuations; handling administrative aspects of property acquisition and disposal; securing sales contracts.
Quality Manager at Transfix Transformers
October 31, 2012 - October 31, 2012
Developed, implemented, and managed the Quality Management System (QMS); ensured quality standards across manufacturing sites; implemented SA BS ISO 9001 QMS and conducted audits to ensure compliance.
Acting General Manager at Super Bowling
December 31, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Managed various business functions; organized and managed events; trained and supervised technical staff; sourced and managed suppliers; handled banking responsibilities; inventory control; cash flow management; implemented HR procedures; resolved customer complaints and equipment issues; took full branch responsibility and minimized losses.
Operations and Technical Manager at Super Bowling
July 31, 2010 - July 31, 2010
Oversaw day-to-day technical and operational functions; trained and supervised technical staff; participated in budgeting and supplier procurement; ensured smooth daily operations and stock management; contributed to store efficiency and service quality.
Store Manager at OK Furniture
April 30, 2009 - April 30, 2009
Opened and closed the store according to mall hours; reported sales using the UCS system; assisted in performance reviews; completed daily cash-ups; motivated staff; monitored stock; ensured targets were met; implemented HR procedures; sourced new suppliers; managed cash handling and banking responsibilities.
Assistant Admin Manager at Agencies
August 31, 2008 - August 31, 2008
Assisted customers with orders and provided technical information about products; assisted in stock forecasting and reconciliations; maintained cash handling and payroll processes; data entry using Pastel, Syspro, and Accpac; reconciled accounts.

Education

BCom General Management at University of the Free State
January 1, 2002 - November 20, 2005

Qualifications

ISO 9001 QMS Certification (SA BIS ISO 9001 QMS)
January 1, 2012 - October 31, 2012

Industry Experience

Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Education