Allison Kreiger
Miss Florida 2006
Meet Allison
Biography
Allison Kreiger Walsh is a motivational speaker, freelance writer, public relations professional and a non-profit activist. She is a 2006 cum laude graduate of the University of Florida with a degree in Public Relations and is currently pursuing her Juris Doctorate at Florida A&M University's College of Law. Allison is the President/Founder of H.O.P.E. Helping Other People Eat, a 501c3 nonprofit organization that focuses on the prevention and awareness of eating disorders. In addition to serving as the inaugural Chairwoman of the National Jr. Board for the National Eating Disorders Association and lobbying with the Eating Disorders Coalition on Capitol Hill, Allison has personally spoken to over 50,000 people about the dangers of eating disorders.
In 2006, she started collecting jeans as an initiative through HOPE and NEDA to encourage people to "Be Comfortable In Your Genes- Don't Fight Your Genes, Just Change Your Jeans." Since 2006, over 8,000 pair of jeans have been collected and donated to charities in need. In 2010, Allison launched the Get R.E.A.L. Program, encouraging everyone to set Realistic Expectations and Attitudes for Life. This innovative video outreach program will be distributed to over 7,000 schools, hospitals, community health organizations and treatment centers throughout the State of Florida by August 2010. In addition to being Miss Florida 2006, Allison was the recipient of the Miss Florida Community Service Award, the Miss America State Community Service Award and the overall interview award. Allison has been a contributing editor for the Dove Digital Channel hosted on MSN.com and a featured blogger for PBS. She has been a special guest on Lifetime Television's Balancing Act , PBS's Emotional Life, and FOX News' The Big Story with John Gibson, and Hannity and Colmes.
Allison logged over 80,000 miles in her travels as Miss Florida and completed over 250 appearances. In 2007, Allison received the Young Woman of Distinction Award from the Girl Scouts of Citrus Council and in 2008 Allison was honored as the National Eating Disorders Association Youth Advocate of the Year and the Women's Executive Council's Emerging New Young Leader of the Year.
In May 2009, Allison married Brian Walsh. They currently reside in Winter Park, FL.
To book Allison for a speaking engagement or event, call 321-231-0791, or email AllisonKreiger_yahoo.com.
Helping Other People Eat
HOPE Inc.
Helping Other People Eat, Inc., (H.O.P.E., Inc.) is focused on the prevention and awareness of eating disorders. It strives to educate all age groups on the warning signs, symptoms and side effects that accompany eating disorders. H.O.P.E. Inc. offers information, tutorials, references and public speakers to aid in eliminating eating disorders. H.O.P.E. Inc. is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization and works to provide funding for treatment for those who cannot afford it. H.O.P.E. Inc. supports all other advocacy groups and organizations with the same values and efforts to aid in this cause.
Since 2001, members of HOPE have spoken to over 45,000 individuals about the dangers of eating disorders and through their various awareness campaigns, volunteers have collected over 8,000 pair of jeans and donated them to people in need across the state of Florida while encouraging others to be comfortable in their genes. In 2010, HOPE launched the Get R.E.A.L. Program, encouraging everyone to set Realistic Expectations and Attitudes for Life. For more information, please contact Allison Kreiger Walsh at AllisonKreiger_yahoo.com.
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Miss FL Appearances
Competition Photos
Since passing the Miss Florida crown, Allison has spent countless hours helping others achieve their dreams. Allison specializes in overall image and platform development as well as interview coaching and talent consulting.
COACHING OPTIONS:
I. Hourly coaching: This is most effective when we are targeting a specific area.
II. Flat rate: INDIVIDUALIZED: If you are looking for a coach to assist in all areas, this is most likely your best option. I will estimate how many hours you need of one-on-one interaction and guidance. During our time together we will work on proper interview techniques honing the skills you possess and providing tips to a more successful interview experience. This option will also include wardrobe consultation along with hair and makeup critiques and advice. Finally, to the extent you desire, we will review your chosen talent and develop methods to make your performance stronger and more memorable for the judges panel.
III. Pageant Boot Camp: This one-on-one pageant boot camp is definitely the most intensive consulting experience. You will have the opportunity to live with Allison for five days. We will work on your fitness, nutrition, wardrobe, interview, talent and any other areas we feel need to be addressed. If you would like new headshots or additional training with hair and make-up experts, We will provide those resources for you. The minimum time spent per day is 6 hours; the most is 8 hours.
*** MOCK INTERRVIEWS: All clients will have the option to participate in mock interviews that are prepared by the AKW Consulting Team. The mocks are videotaped and each participant receives immediate constructive criticism through their evaluations with the judges. This is a wonderful training tool that has proven to be incredibly effective.
***WARDROBE RENTAL: Clients receive priority with regard to wardrobe rental for competition and appearances. All wardrobe items must be professionally dry cleaned and the client assumes the risk and are responsible for the price of the item if it becomes damaged while in their possession.
***FULL DISCLOSURE: While we do not object to you working with other professionals in the pageant industry, We do require that you inform me who they are and how often you meet. We like to collaborate with them as well so to best prepare you to meet your goals.
For more information, please contact Allison at 321-231-0791.
Life after Miss Florida
Allison Kreiger Scholarship at UF
Harriett's Favorite Things Event
with Myrrhanda Jones MFLOT09
interviewing Rachael Todd
interviewing Joan London
with Susan, Helmut, and Ed
with Regis, Joy and Ed
on the Big Story with Jon Gibson
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Miss Florida winning moment
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