Deborah Allen

About Deborah Allen

I believe most people are capable of far more than they realize. Throughout my…

Experience

1. Chief of Staff

   Institute For Applied Geopolitics

   Aug 2024 — Present · Boca Raton, FL, US

   Key strategic partner to the Executive Director, enhancing organizational effectiveness through strategic planning, operational leadership, and cross-functional collaboration. Responsible for executive priorities, daily operations, and initiatives that drive growth, partnerships, and innovation.Highlights of Responsibilities:• Executive Leadership & Liaison: Manage the Executive Director’s office, serve as the point of contact for stakeholders, and represent leadership in select internal and external forums.• Strategic Planning & Execution: Co-develop IAG’s strategic roadmap; oversee implementation of initiatives; track progress toward organizational goals; and solve complex challenges with actionable solutions.• Operational Oversight: Direct daily operations across departments; design and implement policies that enhance efficiency; and manage special projects and cross-functional initiatives.• Board & Governance: Coordinate Board of Directors engagement, including meeting preparation, committee management, and follow-up actions.• External Relations & Partnerships: Cultivate and manage relationships with universities, corporate partners, and industry stakeholders; support communications and brand strategy.• Financial & Resource Management: Collaborate on budget planning, financial oversight, and growth opportunities; identify cost efficiencies and new revenue streams.• Team Development: Partner with HR on talent strategy, recruitment, and culture-building initiatives to foster a high-performing team environment.• Quality & Compliance: Ensure accreditation and regulatory requirements are met; monitor industry best practices to maintain IAG’s leadership in the field.• Crisis & Risk Management: Lead the development of crisis management and business continuity plans.• Innovation & Growth: Identify new markets, partnerships, and program opportunities to drive expansion and continuous improvement.

Education

• Florida Atlantic University - College of Business

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

• University of Arkansas at Fayetteville

  BSBA

Skills

• Marketing Strategy
• Social Networking
• Social Media Marketing
• Retail
• Small Business
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Event Planning
• Sales
• Strategy
• E-Commerce
• Business Development
• Microsoft Word
• New Business Development
• Online Advertising
• Accounts Receivable
• Customer Service
• Budgeting
• Sales Management
• Quickbooks
• Accounts Payable
• Strategic Planning
• Accounting
• Management
• Team Building
• Inventory Management
• Forecasting
• Budgets
• Finance
• Account Reconciliation
• Marketing
• Leadership