Jennifer Allison is a seasoned strategic communications leader with nearly three decades of experience helping Fortune 500 companies navigate complex transformations. As Managing Director at Gagen MacDonald, an APCO Company, she partners with C-suite executives to lead high-impact organizational change, including integrations, restructurings, and leadership transitions. Her extensive experience spans executive communication, change management, and employee engagement, all of which have earned her recognition as a trusted advisor capable of delivering innovative solutions and driving business results.

Previously, Jennifer served as Chief Communications Officer at National Instruments, where she led the company's communications strategy, elevating its leadership's visibility and reputation within the industry. Under her direction, National Instruments significantly expanded its market presence, helping facilitate a major acquisition. Her leadership in developing a corporate narrative and crisis management framework was instrumental in maintaining strong employee engagement during a year of substantial change.

Jennifer has also held several executive roles at Dell, where she led global communication strategies for multiple business units and functions. She also served in operational roles supporting enterprise-wide transformation. She is known for her ability to connect leadership vision with employee motivation, fostering high-performance cultures where employees are empowered to be their best.

Jennifer holds a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations from Southern Methodist University and earned accreditation from the International Coaching Federation to fully support the leaders and executives with whom she partners. She also is an active contributor to several nonprofit and professional organizations, including Austin Lighthouse Board member, Ceresa, the Austin Parks Foundation, Susan G. Komen Executive Leadership Committee, and the Women's Business Council Southwest.