Trusted Board Director with 30+ years’ experience building businesses through go-to-market expertise in data & advanced analytics/AI and sales & marketing coupled with McKinsey/Bain consulting foundation. Internet/Martech company founder and P&L leader with product launch experience, well suited to advise public, private, and PE-controlled companies looking to scale through digital transformation, new products and M&A. Employs strategic mindset to help companies flourish in a tech-enabled/AI-driven disruptive world.Allen has core expertise in four areas: • Deep automotive industry experience, including a rare combination of OEM, public dealer group and technology vendor roles• Data and advanced analytics—including AI/ML, cybersecurity, digital transformation, privacy, and data governance—helping companies develop go-to-market strategies and grow through data-driven decision making• Sales & marketing leader and general manager with full P&L responsibility for consumer service companies and retailers as well as SAAS technology providers• “Roll up”/M&A expert who helps companies consolidating fragmented industries integrate their acquisitions and drive organic growth.Allen applies his strategic and advisory skills serving as a board member with both for-profit and not-for-profit organizations. Relevant experience for Governance & Nominating, Executive & Strategy, Compensation, DEI/ESG, Cybersecurity and AI Committees.Allen is NACD Directorship Certified, a member of the NYSE Board Advisory Council's Board Diversity Initiative, and a part of the Top 50 Diverse Board Candidate list, a prestigious recognition by Equilar and the Nasdaq Center for Board Excellence. As an out LGBTQ+ executive, Allen brings a diverse perspective and passion for helping companies win the war for talent by ensuring a safe, equitable and inclusive workplace for all.Currently residing in Grosse Pointe Michigan, Allen grew up in Boston, MA and raised his 4 daughters in Westport, CT. In his free time, Allen plays competitive tennis and enjoys yoga, skiing, cycling/Peloton, vegetable gardening and cooking.Contact Information: Alevenson123@gmail.com
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