Allison Akel

Allison Akel has a diverse work experience spanning various industries. Currently, they are working as a Growth Account Executive at CircleCI, a continuous integration and delivery platform. In this role, they focus on automating software application building, testing, and deployment processes to help teams deliver code efficiently.

Prior to their current position, Allison worked as a Trading Partner Manager at Availity, where they served as a Subject Matter Expert for backend API and EDI integration between Trading Partners and Insurance Providers. Allison specialized in transaction sets such as Eligibility & Benefits, Claim Status Inquiry, Prior Authorization, and Claims.

Before that, Allison was an Implementation Consultant at Jade Logistics, responsible for configuring, designing, developing, testing, and deploying the Master Terminal (MT) software solution for clients. Allison conducted in-depth process analyses and built strong inter-departmental relationships to ensure successful adoption of MT.

Allison also gained valuable experience as a Supply Chain Solutions Senior Operations Manager at CEVA Logistics, overseeing performance improvement initiatives for multiple Fortune 500 companies. Allison successfully developed and maintained Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), reports, and analyses, resulting in significant improvements in data accuracy. Additionally, they served as a Supply Chain Solutions Operation Analyst, handling daily operations and coordinating international and domestic expedite shipments for a client, leading to substantial cost savings.

Furthermore, Allison worked on a global project initiative at CEVA Logistics, executing the Strategic Visibility Project for a client's Global Asset Management Program, which involved evaluating inventory and designing procedures for global visibility.

Early in their career, Allison gained experience in professional sports as an Executive Assistant to the Owner/Vice Chairman of the New Orleans Saints at the National Football League. Allison was involved in various operations and events for the team and shadowed the owner to high-profile engagements.

Allison also worked as a Legislative Media Correspondent at The Franklin Partnership, attending Senate hearings and providing reports on matters of interest to the firm. Allison researched legislative and political issues and monitored media and daily news briefings.

Additionally, they worked as a Project Strategist Associate at SimpsonScarborough, conducting research and providing recommendations for operational and marketing activities of top colleges and universities in the United States.

Lastly, Allison started their career as a University of Florida Campus Club Leader at TOM, where they focused on increasing brand awareness and organizing events to promote TOMS' mission of helping children in need through the purchase of TOMS shoes.

Overall, Allison Akel has a range of experiences in various roles and industries, including account management, consulting, operations management, executive support, research, and event coordination.

Allison Akel received their high school diploma from The Bolles School. Allison then attended the University of Florida, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from 2006 to 2010. In 2012, they pursued further education at the University of Florida - Warrington College of Business, earning a Master of Arts in International Business with a focus on Global Management and New Venture Creation. Additionally, they participated in an International Business Exchange Program at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, completing a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) in the same year. Allison Akel also holds a certification in Global Management from New Venture Creation.