Allison
Board of Directors Member
As a sister of a brother with epilepsy and intellectual disabilities, Allison has spent her life connected to the IDD community. From coaching Special Olympics basketball to supporting independent living, subbing in special education classrooms, navigating social service and disability systems, and volunteering at a coffee shop providing job experience to the IDD community, Allison is passionate about the joy, resilience, and beauty people with diverse abilities bring to our world.
Professionally, Allison has over 25 years of experience with mission-driven nonprofits. As the founder of Aspen Wave Strategies, she partners with nonprofits to bridge what is possible with what is practical. Allison has a master’s in public administration from Seattle University and a bachelor’s degree in health promotion and education from Oregon State University.
After two decades living in Seattle and Denver, Allison is back in Oregon, enjoying the Central Oregon seasons, exploring the outdoors, shuttling her teens, walking her dog, reading, and spending time with family and friends.
Professionally, Allison has over 25 years of experience with mission-driven nonprofits. As the founder of Aspen Wave Strategies, she partners with nonprofits to bridge what is possible with what is practical. Allison has a master’s in public administration from Seattle University and a bachelor’s degree in health promotion and education from Oregon State University.
After two decades living in Seattle and Denver, Allison is back in Oregon, enjoying the Central Oregon seasons, exploring the outdoors, shuttling her teens, walking her dog, reading, and spending time with family and friends.