Allison Aurand

Allison designs and develops programs and events to benefit Guild members and fulfill the organization's mission and vision; works with members, staff, and the board to execute educational programs, regional events, and Community Building Projects; and oversees outreach efforts, with specific attention to organizational branding. She also produces the membership magazine, Scantlings, shaping the story of the Guild and its community.

As founder and principal of Castanea Associates, she provided consulting services to nonprofits and government agencies in the areas of policy and program development and implementation, as well as outreach strategies that strengthen relationships and build constituencies. She has additionally worked in both governmental and non-profit organizations, directing programs, projects, and initiatives from concept to implementation.

Allison lives in Bellingham, Washington, with her husband and two children, and volunteers with and manages competitions for local equestrian organizations, provides pro bono consulting to local non-profits, and additionally serves on two non-profit boards. She holds a Bachelors in English Language & Literature, a certificate in Nonprofit Management, and is a graduate of the Washington AgForestry Foundation Leadership Program.