Alison P. Smith

Alison P. Smith is an experienced program director currently overseeing the AHA-AMA Initiative to Control Blood Pressure at both the American Heart Association and American Medical Association since November 2017. This initiative focuses on achieving equitable health outcomes through various strategic efforts, leading to significant growth in participating organizations. Smith has a diverse background in consulting and leadership, having worked with national organizations, local governments, and educational institutions to enhance program performance and implement quality improvement strategies. Previous roles include senior advisor and consultant at C-Change, council member for the City of Highland Park, and multiple consulting positions across various healthcare and educational organizations. Smith holds a BA in Human Biology from Stanford University, a BS in Nursing from The Johns Hopkins University, and a Master's in Public Health from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.