How to describe Alison? How about: “smart,” “insightful, “creative,” “invested in our success” and “thoroughly professional?” I first met Alison in early 2010, when she was hired by the National Peace Corps Association (NPCA) to provide outreach expertise for the launch of our Gates Foundation-supported Africa Rural Connect (ARC) web platform. She also assisted us as we developed new branding, sharpened our positioning and messaging, and strategized in preparation for the Peace Corps’ 50th anniversary year. Alison’s efforts through to mid-2012 garnered steady and significant media attention for both ARC and the NPCA. Our team always looked forward to face-to-face meetings at our office with Alison because, quite simply, she’s really nice and fun to work with. And when we encountered unforeseen communications challenges, I always knew that I could count on her to provide sound advice. Needless to say, I highly recommend Alison and would welcome the chance to work with her again.
Erica Burman
The National Peace Corps Association