Alyson is the Head of Communications and External Relations at SDSN, overseeing SDSN's communications, public events, and outreach activities. She previously served as the Head of Communications and Partnerships for SDSN's TReNDS' network. Prior to joining SDSN, Alyson led the marketing and communications efforts for several international tourism boards and hotels, including the Kenya Tourism Board, the Macau Government Tourist Office, and the Curaçao Tourist Board. She holds an M.P.A. in International Policy and Management from New York University and a B.A. in Communications from the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor.