Our Mission
Ashar Publishing was created with a simple goal: to support learning in a way that feels clear, grounded, and meaningful.
We believe educational content should do more than deliver information. It should guide learners thoughtfully, support those teaching them, and grow alongside the subjects it serves.
Why Ashar Publishing?
Education works best when it is intentional.
At Ashar Publishing, we focus on building materials that are structured without feeling rigid and engaging without being overwhelming. Every resource is designed to feel approachable, trustworthy, and easy to use across learning environments.
We take care in how content is presented, organized, and visually supported so learners can focus on understanding, not deciphering.
Our Philosophy
Learning is a process, not a single moment.
We approach educational publishing with growth in mind. Concepts build gradually, visuals support comprehension, and structure creates confidence.
Whether a student is encountering a topic for the first time or revisiting it to deepen understanding, our materials are designed to meet them where they are.
We value clarity, consistency, and thoughtful progression across subjects.
Ashar Publishing creates resources for:
Learners
Students building both foundational and advanced skills through clear, thoughtfully structured educational materials. (Grades 9-12 and Adult Learners)
Parents
Caregivers supporting learning at home who want resources that feel approachable, trustworthy, and easy to use.
Educators
Teachers and instructors seeking dependable, well-designed materials that support instruction with clarity and consistency.
Our content is built to bridge the needs of all three, offering a shared learning experience that feels aligned and accessible.
Guided by Experience
Educators committed to thoughtful, high-quality learning materials
Dr. Ashley Johansen, PhD, CFE
Ashley is a Professor of Accounting and Business with more than 13 years of experience teaching at the college and university level. She holds a PhD in Business Management with a specialization in Accounting, a Master’s degree in Accounting, and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting. Her professional background includes extensive experience in higher education leadership, curriculum development, accreditation and program review, course design and revision, instructional design, student instruction and evaluation, advising and mentoring, research, and academic publishing.
Dr. Johansen has played a key role in developing and revising academic programs and courses to ensure alignment with industry standards, learning outcomes, and student success. In addition to her work in higher education, she has been a homeschool mom for over eight years, allowing her to blend academic rigor with practical, family-centered learning approaches that emphasize real-world application, clarity, and long-term skill development.
Aaron Dickerson, CPA, CVA, CFE
Aaron is a Partner at a tech-forward, advisory-oriented accounting firm in Austin, Texas, where he works with closely held businesses and their owners to provide strategic, forward-looking accounting and consulting services. He began his accounting career in the credit union industry and has since held roles in public accounting, both in tax and audit, as well as serving as a controller in real estate private equity. His professional experience spans a wide range of industries, including financial institutions, telecommunications, professional services, real estate, and non-profit organizations. Aaron holds both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Accounting and is a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Valuation Analyst, and Certified Fraud Examiner. He remains actively involved in the accounting profession through industry conferences, professional engagement, and speaking on accounting and information technology topics.
See Our Featured Course
Ashar Publishing is launching with a focused, intentional approach, beginning with our flagship course, Accounting Fundamentals. This program reflects our commitment to clear instruction, thoughtful pacing, and meaningful learning.
Each course is developed with care and released only when it meets our standards for clarity, structure, and educational value, allowing our catalog to grow deliberately and with purpose over time.
