Allison Akers

Allison Akers joined Vision in 2021. As the Director of Marketing and Communications, Allison is responsible for managing the success of the marketing and communications program. This includes facilitating internal and external communications, overseeing the development and implementation of marketing and communications materials and campaigns, and managing brand awareness. Allison is passionate about community involvement and giving back, serving on Vision Technologies’ Charity Committee and Women’s Network Employee Resource Group.

Prior to joining Vision, Allison served as the Marketing and Outreach Manager for Anne Arundel Economic Development (AAEDC). In this role, she was responsible for the strategic messaging and marketing promotions of all business growth and attraction programs, with a strong focus on digital engagement across multiple platforms to highlight Anne Arundel’s assets, innovative ecosystem, and great quality of life. Allison's prior experience also includes work as the Marketing and Communications Specialist and court liaison to high-profile trials with national and internal news media for the Maryland State Judiciary, time in grassroots marketing and events management for the DMV region for the large nationwide retailer Road Runner Sports, and a brief stint in the music marketing industry.

Allison has over 14 years of experience in marketing and communications. Allison holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from the Robert H. Smith Business School at the University of Maryland, and a Master of Science in Integrated Marketing and Communications from West Virginia University.