Allison Gower
Strategic Marketing + Social + Advocacy Outreach
Available for projects, longer-term retainer, freelance contracts, and program consulting
I specialize in brand development and story telling
I founded and ran a promotional products manufacturing business for 20 years. Since selling my company in 2018 I have helped small businesses and non-profits strengthen communications and solidify relationships. I love creating narratives and engagement.
I value community engagement and activism
I volunteer for organizations that build and support strong communities in Houston. I feel that being a part of your local neighborhood is the best way to authentically engage and improve. I can help you identify opportunities to join, champion, and support.
Work Experience
2018-Current
Communications Director, mojoPOS
In this position, I create and distribute customer and partner digital and print communications. I create and manage social media, relationship emails, and websites for mojoPOS and for over 40 of its restaurant customers. Find social media from links at mojoPOS.com
1997-2018
Founder/Operating President,
The Platform Group Gallery
In this position, I managed a team of 15+ manufacturing and service operations employees, developed partnership relationships with vendors, distributors, and agencies, and created the digital and communications strategy for the eco-friendly packaging brand manufactured at our Houston-based plant.
1992-1997
Brand Manager, Sara Lee Corporation
In this position, I managed brands in the Sara Lee apparel portfolio, created sponsorship and event-oriented programs, and developed digital and print communication strategies.
2023 - Current
Board of Directors, League of Women Voters of Texas
I serve as the Communications Committee Chair for LWV of Texas, charged with development of strategic marketing, collaboration with advocacy and member outreach efforts, and coordination of election and TXLEGE programming.
2023 - Current
Board of Directors, League of Women Voters of Houston
I serve as the VP of Marketing & Communications for LWVH, and help coordinate and create social media, marketing outreach, and our first ever digital/audio Houston Voters Guide (available on the web, SoundCloud, HCPL Libby as ebook and audiobook, and YouTube) - see HoustonVotersGuide.org
2010 - Current
Board of Directors, Communities In Schools of Houston
I create relationships with Houston based organizations that support students and families. I focus on arts-oriented organizations that provide wellness and skills to students who otherwise will not have those resources. I chair the Advocacy Committee and serve on the Marketing, Nominating, and Health Services Committees.
2022 - Current
Board of Directors, Houston Boychoir
I create collaborations and partnerships between Houston Boychoir and greater Houston non-profit organizations with the objective of building awareness with Houstonians who don't usually get to participate in organized choirs.
Education
1991
Fuqua School of Business (Duke)
MBA in Marketing
1987
Duke University
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science / Art History
Professional skills
Entrepreneurial Mindset
Go-to-Market Planning
Story Telling
Relationship Marketing
Community
League of Women Voters Houston
Mentoring throughout Houston
Get in Touch
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