Allison M. Conklin

Allison M. Conklin, MBA, currently serves as the Director for the US Central Region at the Entrepreneurs' Organization, focusing on empowering entrepreneurial leaders and driving innovation. Previously, Conklin held the position of Director for US Corporate Engagement at Catalyst Inc., managing a diverse portfolio of corporate clients and generating significant revenue. Prior roles include Deputy Director and Chief External Relations Officer at the Ohio Department of Medicaid, where Conklin played a key role in legislative affairs and strategic communications, and External Relations Manager at Buckeye Community Health Plan, fostering industry relationships. Conklin's extensive experience also encompasses legislative roles, including Assistant Director of Legislative Affairs at the Ohio Department of Insurance and Senior Legislative Aide for State Senator Kevin Bacon. Conklin holds an MBA from The Ohio State University and a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Wittenberg University.