Allison Hamlin

About Allison Hamlin

I lead brand development and category growth for media brands, building scalable franchises, partnerships, and revenue-driving programs at the intersection of editorial, sales, and strategy.

Experience

1. Director Network Development, Eater, Punch & Thrillist

   Vox Media

   Oct 2022 — Present · NY, US

   Lead category growth and brand development strategy across Eater, Punch, and Thrillist• Set vision and operating model for cross-functional Category Growth Pods, aligning Editorial, Sales, and Partnerships• Drive franchise development and multi-platform tentpoles that deliver audience and revenue growth• Partner with executive leadership on deal strategy, pricing frameworks, and category priorities• Build and lead high-performing brand development teams and long-term advertiser relationships

Education

• University of Vermont

  Double B.A. with Honors, Food Systems, Anthropology, History

  2007 — 2010

• New York University

  Masters, Food Studies; Food and Culture

  2011 — 2014

Skills

• Food & Beverage
• Customer Service
• Volunteer Management
• Public Speaking
• Marketing
• Copy Editing
• Food Service
• Event Management
• Food
• Community Outreach
• Blogging
• Culinary
• Strategic Communications
• Culinary Skills
• Sales
• Cocktails
• Event Planning
• Wine Education
• Event Execution
• Digital Marketing
• Wine
• Social Media
• Restaurants
• Editing
• Research
• Public Relations
• Academic Writing
• Facebook
• Social Media Marketing
• Catering
• Marketing Strategy
• Wine & Spirits Industry
• Information Management
• Brand Development
• Management
• Communications Strategy