My guest for this episode of Shift Out Loud lives a fascinating double life! Not only is Allison B. Walden the Senior Vice President of Resource Development at the Tulsa Regional Chamber, she’s also a talented musician who just released her first studio album, “Octopus,” under the stage name Allie B.
Tune in for a fascinating conversation about embracing a shift-filled life — and seizing the opportunity to play bigger on multiple different stages. We talk about the impact of growing up in a state of flux, Allison’s early musical journey, her inspiring service-based approach to her work, and how competitive weightlifting has transformed her body and her confidence.
Ready to play bigger? Listen now to discover:
- How Allison found her voice as a vocalist in a family full of instrumentalists
- How she recharges and protects her energy as a multipassionate introvert
- The behind-the-scenes story of her debut album release
Guest bio: Allison Walden is a sought-after sales coach and speaker in the areas of nonprofit revenue development, culture, and capability-building for nonprofit leaders. She serves as SVP of Resource Development at the Tulsa Regional Chamber, the Chair of the Curriculum Committee for the organization management program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and as a faculty member for the “Academy” program of the Western Association of Chamber of Commerce Professionals (WACE). In 2020, WACE named her “Chamber Staff Person of the Year.”
Timestamps:
01:58 Intro
04:15 Meet Allison B. Walden
09:04 Shift to staying still
12:03 Shift to vocals & songwriting
16:08 Approach to work & recharging energy
23:10 Shift to team sports
25:37 Weight-lifting
30:38 Shift to musicianship
36:44 Response to the album
39:59 Shift to Allie B
42:56 Post-album shifts
47:49 Next shift
50:29 Conclusion
Links:
Allison B. Walden
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