Allison Simonson

Allison Simonson is an accomplished professional in trade planning and customer account management, currently serving as Trade Planning Lead at General Mills since January 2017, where responsibilities include managing a team of associates and facilitating workflow between key account managers and associates. Simonson has a strong track record in sales planning and category management, notably achieving positive growth in the yogurt category at Kroger while previously holding roles such as Customer Account Lead and Business Category Lead within General Mills. Prior experience includes management positions at The Retail Odyssey Company and United Pet Group, focusing on marketing plans, product promotions, and inventory forecasting. Educational credentials feature a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing, Journalism, and International Business from the University of Cincinnati.