Allison VerSteegh

Ally VerSteegh is a seasoned events professional with extensive experience in donor stewardship and fundraising event management. Currently serving as Manager, Events at the Lyric Opera of Chicago since November 2021, Ally has successfully planned and executed over 60 events annually, notably leading the 2023 Lyric Wine Auction, which raised $1.8 million. Previous roles include House Manager at Harris Theater for Music and Dance and Program Assistant for Reunion Programs at Northwestern University. Ally has also managed group housing coordination at Lexington Marriott City Center and has a solid foundation in patron services from experiences at the Singletary Center for the Arts and the Governor's School for the Arts. Ally holds a Bachelor of Arts in Arts Administration from the University of Kentucky.