Company Name – Allison Walsh Enterprises
Alison Walsh, a seasoned business consultant, is not only a founder and bestselling author but also an international speaker, influential leader, and Miss Florida 2006. With a remarkable track record of over 15 years in organizational leadership, success coaching, brand building, and business development, Alison’s platform aims to empower and enhance the professional growth of current and future leaders. Being a certified positive psychology coach, her unwavering dedication lies in assisting women in establishing their personal brands and businesses, enabling them to lead a truly authentic and prosperous life.
Allison has been recognized by prestigious organizations such as MM+M’s National 40 Under 40, the Orlando Business Journal’s 2021 Top 40 Under 40, and Women Who Mean Business. She has an impressive track record as a two-time CEO, successfully leading coaching companies and providing personal and professional development to over 250 clients across the country. In addition to her CEO roles, Allison also held the position of Vice President of Business Development and Branding at Advanced Recovery Systems (ARS), a renowned national provider in behavioral healthcare. During her tenure, she played a pivotal role in establishing global brand recognition for the company and overseeing the national sales team from its inception. In 2022, Allison embraced a new opportunity to lead business development and partnership efforts at Charlie Health, a promising mental health startup that focuses on the well-being of adolescents and young adults. Allison’s expertise extends beyond her professional achievements. She actively contributes to various esteemed organizations, including the Forbes Business Development Council, Dell Women’s Entrepreneur Network, Entrepreneur’s Leadership Council, Pavilion, and Orlando Business Journal’s Leadership Trust. With her wealth of experience and a unique coaching curriculum, Allison empowers women to identify business and career prospects, engage with their communities, and bring their passion projects to life.
Allison, the renowned author of the bestseller She Believed She Could (Wiley 2023), has authored several workbooks on personal and professional development. She is the founder of The She Believed She Could Society, an online community and coaching platform that provides women with business and brand-building resources and training to empower and support them. Allison is committed to highlighting the experiences of impactful women and has created The She Believed She Could Podcast and co-hosts Dear Mind, You Matter, both of which are available on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Spotify, and YouTube.
After being crowned Miss Florida in 2006, Allison’s involvement in community engagement skyrocketed. She participated in over 250 public events as a representative of the Sunshine State at Miss America, and her contributions were recognized by national media outlets and publications. Allison’s dedication to philanthropy and mental health earned her both the Miss America and Miss Florida Community Service Awards. During her teenage years, she established the nonprofit organization Helping Other People Eat (H.O.P.E.), which operates as a 501(c)(3) entity. Under Allison’s guidance, H.O.P.E. has successfully raised over $2 million for eating disorder organizations and implemented nationwide outreach campaigns, including three educational programs that have reached more than 12,000 schools. Allison’s philanthropic endeavors have been featured in Diane Keaton’s bestselling memoir, “Then Again,” as well as Johanna Kandel’s “Life Beyond Your Eating Disorder.” Additionally, her work has been showcased on television programs aired by Lifetime, PBS, and NBC. Allison proudly serves as a featured blogger for PBS and holds board positions in esteemed organizations such as the National Alliance for Eating Disorders, the Forevers Foundation, and Project Opioid.
Allison’s unwavering dedication to empowering women is evident in her program and expertise, which provide aspiring and established women with the necessary skills to aim high and consistently reap the benefits of their diligent efforts.
In addition to writing two successful workbooks, Allison has established herself as a prominent blogger on PBS and for Tri Delta’s Reflections Program. She holds memberships in the Forbes Business Development Council and Entrepreneur’s Leadership Network, where she regularly provides valuable insights on sales, personal and professional growth, and excelling in the business world. Her philanthropic endeavors have been acknowledged in various published non-fiction works, including Diane Keaton’s memoir, Then Again, and Johanna Kandel’s Life Beyond Your Eating Disorder. Allison has also made notable appearances on several national television programs such as The Big Story with John Gibson and Hannity and Colmes on FOX News, HuffPost Live, Lifetime Television’s Balancing Act, PBS’s Emotional Life, and NBC’s I Village.
In 2020, Allison launched The She Believed She Could Podcast, which can be accessed on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Spotify, and YouTube. She is also open to public speaking engagements and takes pleasure in contributing to meaningful blogs, publications, and television shows.
Allison is presently a member of the Opioid Project board, an organization committed to enlightening community leaders in Florida about the perils associated with opioid usage and essential methods through which they can contribute to their community’s access to treatment and support.
Allison not only works in the addiction advocacy field but also established a 501c3 nonprofit organization called Helping Other People Eat (H.O.P.E.) in 2001. This organization concentrates on creating awareness and preventing eating disorders. H.O.P.E. has successfully raised over $2 million for eating disorder organizations and initiated national outreach campaigns. One of the campaigns, launched in 2006, has collected and donated more than 25,000 articles of clothing to charities in need, all under Allison’s leadership.
Allison introduced the “Get R.E.A.L.” Program in 2010, which aimed to promote the adoption of “Realistic Expectations and Attitudes for Life.” This groundbreaking video outreach initiative was distributed to more than 7,000 schools, legislative offices, and community health organizations across the State of Florida without any cost. In 2011, the second volume of the program was made available to every college and university in the nation. In 2013, Allison and the H.O.P.E. members collaborated with Blue Horizon Eating Disorder Services to develop Eating Disorder Current Concepts. This program can be accessed through a DVD, website, and a complimentary mobile app accessible on iTunes and Google Play. In 2018, complimentary support groups led by clinicians were established in Orlando. Subsequently, she initiated a capital campaign to establish a clinic in Central Florida, catering to individuals who are unable to afford treatment.
In addition to her role as the inaugural Chairwoman of the National Jr. Board for the National Eating Disorders Association, Allison has dedicated over 8 years of service on the national board of NEDA. She has actively advocated for the cause by lobbying with the Eating Disorders Coalition on Capitol Hill. Allison’s impactful efforts have reached a wide audience, as she has personally addressed over 100,000 individuals and millions more through various media platforms, raising awareness about the dangers of eating disorders. Furthermore, she has contributed her expertise to the Eating Disorders Network of Central Florida and the Central Florida aide Chapters as a board member. Notably, Allison co-chaired the 2016 NEDA Gala in New York City, successfully raising over $1 million to support this important cause.
It brings me immense joy to witness my clients accomplish their objectives. It has been a privilege to be a part of the remarkable journeys of numerous individuals for more than 14 years. My ultimate goal is to assist my clients in attaining success and realizing their maximum potential.
The value of our discovery session cannot be overstated. It serves as the starting point for everything we do. I take a highly individualized approach, taking the time to understand who you are, how you want to present yourself, what you hope to achieve, and the areas in which you want to grow. Once we have a clear understanding of your goals, we will create a comprehensive plan tailored specifically to you. My commitment is to provide you with the necessary tools and strategies for success in business, branding, and beyond. Additionally, I have assembled a team of exceptionally talented professionals who are ready to assist you in bringing your vision to life. So, get ready to dream big because together, we will make it happen!
Every client is unique, and I find great satisfaction in helping you define and cultivate your personal brand. I will guide you in effectively communicating and showcasing your brand both in person and online, and I will teach you how to leverage it to your advantage in both your personal and professional life. With over a decade of experience working with clients and corporations, I have honed my skills in brand development and business growth. I also incorporate principles from positive psychology to ensure that you not only achieve success but also find fulfillment and happiness along the way. This sets my clients apart from others and establishes a solid foundation for your future. Together, we will establish your credibility, increase your visibility, enhance your mindset, and pursue exciting opportunities that will propel you to the next level.
Company Name – Allison Walsh Enterprises
Website – allisonwalshconsulting.com
Founder – Allison Walsh
