Allyson Brunette

About Allyson Brunette

Hi, I’m Allyson Brunette—the “local government whisperer.” I help local governments and leaders across all sectors thrive through culture transformation, strategic coaching, and data-driven problem-solving.With more than a decade of experience in community and economic development, I’ve worked at the intersection of people, policy, and purpose. I founded in 2021 to bring a fresh, external perspective to the public sector—and to help rebuild trust in local institutions through better leadership, stronger culture, and smarter systems:+ Offer - for local governments that need strategic insights without hiring full-time staff+ Lead ™ organizational assessments to help governments measure and improve culture, alignment, and effectiveness+ Provide : for professionals facing burnout, career transition, high-stakes leadership moments, or early-stage entrepreneurs developing their mission and message.+ Deliver on culture, workforce resilience, and next-generation leadershipAfter experiencing burnout in my own career, I redefined my relationship with work—and now I help others do the same. My coaching is honest, energizing, and focused on helping leaders lead well :+: League of Wisconsin Municipalities | ELGL | Thomson Reuters Institute+: Wisconsin Public Radio | Wisconsin City County Management Association | Wisconsin Downtown Summit | National Main Street Conference | The Right Place, Inc.| Michigan Municipal LeagueLet’s connect if my profile piques your interest!

Experience

1. Government and Workforce Content Contributor

   Thomson Reuters

   Oct 2022 — Present

Education

• Marist College School of Management

  Master of Public Administration

• Rider University

  Bachelor of Arts, Economics, Political Science