Allison is an international professional speaker, author, entrepreneur, and philanthropist who has traveled the world and achieved great success, but her greatest source of pride is her commitment to community. Allison lives in Winston-Salem, NC. In 2023, she decided to leave her thriving career behind and embark on a mission to impact people's lives through entrepreneurship and professional speaking. Allison leads two companies, Community Expert Solutions, Inc., and Gold Rice Communications LLC, that are both committed to advancing health equity for the most marginalized people in society. Community Expert Solutions, Inc.

When she's not traveling and delivering speeches, she dedicates her attention to community advocacy, serving on several boards including the Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission, the Winston-Salem Urban League, the Service Alliance of Winston-Salem Senior Services, the UNC Center for AIDS Research Community Collaboration Board, Black Indians NC, and the UNC CARE Community Advisory Board for HIV Cure Research. She is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church in Winston-Salem and a lifelong member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Dallas, TX.

ALLISON’S PHILANTHROPIC WORK

Allison founded Health Equity Group, Inc. in 2018 as a non-profit organization to support her philanthropic efforts related to HIV Cure Research Day. Allison serves as Executive Director and their efforts focus on amplifying messages about HIV cure research and providing mini grants to people living with HIV who are in need of emergency support.

15 PRINCIPLES ALLISON LEADS WITH

Integrity: Always be honest and true to yourself and others. Let your actions reflect your values and beliefs consistently.

1. Respect: Treat others with dignity and respect, regardless of their background, beliefs, or status. This includes listening actively and valuing others' opinions.

2. Responsibility: Take ownership of your actions and their outcomes. Acknowledge your mistakes and learn from them.

3. Kindness and Compassion: Show empathy and kindness to others. Understand that everyone is fighting their own battles and a little kindness can go a long way.

4. Gratitude: Practice gratitude regularly. Appreciate what you have, and acknowledge the good in your life.

5. Perseverance: Stay committed to your goals, even in the face of challenges and setbacks. Understand that persistence often leads to success.

6. Growth Mindset: Embrace challenges as opportunities for growth. Be open to learning and self-improvement.

7. Courage: Have the courage to take risks and step out of your comfort zone. Courage is not the absence of fear, but the determination to move forward in spite of it.

8. Balance: Strive for a balanced life. Give attention to your work, relationships, health, and personal interests.

9. Generosity: Be generous with your time, resources, and talents. Helping others can bring joy and fulfillment.

10. Mindfulness: Live in the present moment. Be aware of your thoughts, feelings, and surroundings without judgment.

11. Sustainability: Make decisions that are sustainable in the long term, considering the impact on the environment, society, and future generations.

12. Authenticity: Be yourself. Embrace your individuality and express your true thoughts and feelings.

13. Purpose: Seek to understand your purpose and pursue it passionately. Let it guide your choices and actions.

14. Collaborative Problem-Solving: Teams should approach problems and challenges collaboratively, pooling their knowledge and resources to find innovative solutions.

15. Shared Leadership: While teams may have a designated leader, effective teams often share leadership roles based on the task or project phase, allowing members to lead in areas of their expertise.

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