Allie Gardner

Allie Gardner has a diverse range of work experience. Allie began their career as an Editorial Intern at 5280 Magazine, where they produced articles, profiles, and restaurant reviews both in print and online. Allie then worked as a Copywriter & Editor for various publications and clients as a self-employed freelancer, focusing on lifestyle, wellness, and renewable energy topics.

In 2011, Allie joined Amazon.com as an Editor/Content Manager, where they optimized content strategy and improved the customer and vendor experience for the Sports & Outdoors department. Allie later joined The Trust for Public Land as a Sr. Marketing Communications Manager, supporting the organization's national urban conservation efforts and raising awareness of environmental inequality issues.

Allie then moved on to The Nature Conservancy, initially as a Marketing Manager and later as the Director of Marketing & Communications, overseeing communication efforts and strategizing marketing campaigns. Allie was responsible for fundraising, content creation, and managing social media platforms.

Allie also served as the Director of Communications at the Children's Cancer Association, where they led communication initiatives and developed strategies to raise awareness and support for pediatric cancer patients.

Most recently, Allie worked as a Storyteller & Communications Strategist for Purpose-Driven Brands, specializing in crafting narratives and communication plans for brands with a social mission. Allie is currently the Industry Communications Manager at Travel Oregon, where they are responsible for managing industry communications and promoting tourism in Oregon.

Throughout their career, Allie has demonstrated a strong ability to create engaging content, develop communication strategies, and effectively manage projects and teams.

Allie Gardner completed their education in a chronological order as follows:

From 1997 to 2001, they attended the University of Arizona where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Creative Writing, with a focus on Creative Writing and Sociology.

In 2018 to 2019, they pursued a leadership program at Cambridge Judge Business School and completed The Nature Conservancy's Excellence in Leadership Certificate, concentrating on Leadership and Leading Others.

Lastly, in 2019 to 2020, Allie attended The George Washington University - College of Professional Studies where they earned a Certificate in Strategic Communications, specializing in Business/Corporate Communications.