Allison Fisher - Co-Founder, Managing Director

Q: What languages does Allison speak?

Allison speaks the following languages: English (Native), Spanish (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Allison have?

Allison has at least 23 years of experience. During this time, Allison has worked in at least 14 different roles and for 11 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 5 months . Note that Allison may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Allison's latest experience?

Allison's most recent position is Co-Founder, Managing Director at Verdas Ventures .

Q: What companies has Allison worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Allison has worked for Verdas Ventures , Verdas AI , (k)Nudging , and appliedAI Initiative - UnternehmerTUM .

Q: Which industries is Allison most experienced in?

Allison is most experienced in industries like Education , Professional Services , and Information Technology . Allison also has some experience in Banking and Finance .

Q: Which business areas is Allison most experienced in?

Allison is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance , Product Development , and Human Resources . Allison also has some experience in Strategy , Research and Development , and Operations .

Q: Which industries has Allison worked in recently?

Allison has recently worked in industries like Professional Services , Information Technology , and Education .

Q: Which business areas has Allison worked in recently?

Allison has recently worked in business areas like Strategy , Human Resources , and Information Technology .

Q: What is Allison's education?

Allison holds a Doctorate in English: Narrative Theory, 20th Century Literature, Modernist Literature from The Ohio State University , a Master in English from The Ohio State University and a Bachelor in English from University of Houston .

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Experience

Jan 2024 - Present

2 years 4 months

Co-Founder, Managing Director

Verdas Ventures

Nov 2021 - Present

4 years 6 months

Co-founder, CEO

Verdas AI

Leading a specialized consultancy dedicated to advancing ethical AI implementation through strategic consulting, comprehensive assessments, and professional training and certification programs
Designing and implementing responsible AI frameworks and governance structures
Conducting thorough AI system assessments and risk evaluations
Delivering expert-led training programs on AI ethics and best practices
Guiding organizations through AI certification processes

Jun 2021 - Present

4 years 11 months

Chief Learning Officer

(k)Nudging

Mar 2019 - Oct 2021

2 years 8 months

Head of aAI Academy

appliedAI Initiative - UnternehmerTUM

Responsible for strategy, leadership, and operations for the appliedAI Academy team
Developed team from 1 FTE to 10 FTE in 18 months during the corona crisis
Built up AI (Tech) knowledge for 20+ companies including BMW, Porsche Consulting, Siemens, Infineon, and EnBW
Led the design and launch of internal AI training programs for 5+ global organizations
Led the creation and launch of 3 public online AI courses in 2020
Created and implemented a personal development process for all team members
Collaborated with state and national ministries to build AI training courses
Increased training reach from ~800 people in first year to >25k in 2020
Coached the AI Engineering Research team in the creation and delivery of expert-level AI trainings such as Practical Anomaly Detection and Introduction to Bayesian Methods

Aug 2017 - Mar 2018

8 months

London, United Kingdom

Director of Blended Learning

Arden University

Led a team of 5 Programme Directors and 50+ lecturers to deliver blended instruction across 5 UK study centres in London, Birmingham, and Manchester

Mar 2017 - Aug 2019

2 years 6 months

Consultant

SaltEd Creative

Tested and analyzed third-party educational AI products
Created curriculum for face-to-face, blended, and e-learning environments
Developed instructor guides, job aids, and learner analyses
Conducted faculty training on new curriculum, instructional strategies, and technologies

Jun 2015 - Mar 2017

1 year 10 months

Dean, General Studies

Strayer University

Managed curriculum for the School of General Studies with over 1,000 faculty and 30,000 student seats each term
Oversaw 6 Department Chairs remotely to ensure development and improvement of curriculum and instruction
Collaborated with Deans of Faculty and Office of Institutional Effectiveness to assess student learning outcomes
Served on Steering Committee for Middle States Commission on Higher Education reaccreditation
Led strategic projects including redesign of developmental education, Faculty Greatness Project, and academic integrity initiative
Collaborated with executive leadership in admissions, financial aid, and advising to launch First-Year Experience program
Redesigned and launched adaptive, co-remediated college algebra course across 100+ online and on-ground sections
Completed and implemented a comprehensive program review influencing all undergraduate programs

Jun 2014 - Jun 2015

1 year 1 month

Assistant Dean of Curriculum, School of General Studies

Strayer University

Managed full cycle of curriculum analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation for courses in English, Languages, Humanities, History, Philosophy, and Religion
Designed and led a State of Writing project scoring over 1,000 student essays to identify writing struggles
Implemented Growth Mindset pilot in English 090 leading to improved start rates, attendance, drop rates, and pass rates; pilot converted to standard curriculum
Created and implemented new English Composition course using an interactive digital textbook
Chaired General Studies Program Review committee for English, proposing comprehensive curriculum improvements
Conducted training on Growth Mindset pedagogy for students, faculty, and leadership
Collaborated on eBook training design, including training videos, to facilitate transition to new textbook model
Served on Foundations of Success Course Development Team supporting new student success strategies
Led specialized accreditation activities ensuring regulatory compliance
Developed quality curriculum and course design materials; monitored enrollment trends to ensure growth and strong outcomes
Created innovative classroom environments integrating instructional material with technology

Jan 2014 - Jun 2014

6 months

Department Head - General Education: Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences

The Art Institute of Ohio - Cincinnati

Developed and implemented a new tutoring center providing 30 hours per week of tutoring in all disciplines for over 800 students
Managed accreditation review process including material collection, deadline management, and presentations
Selected, trained, developed, and led regular and adjunct faculty according to campus policies
Administered and grew assigned academic program covering curriculum development, student advisement, and community relations
Supported college programs to achieve student completion rates through tutoring and advising
Collaborated with academic program directors across schools on scheduling, faculty sharing, curriculum, and other initiatives

Aug 2012 - Dec 2013

1 year 5 months

United States

Campus Dean

Strayer University

Oversaw campus academics and educational services
Ensured compliance with academic policies, procedures, and standards
Achieved student learning outcomes
Managed academic advising, tutoring center, counseling center, learning resource center, and computer labs
Hired, supervised, and evaluated campus faculty
Developed and coordinated class schedule
Mentored new faculty

Apr 2011 - Aug 2012

1 year 5 months

Full-Time Faculty in English

Strayer University

Taught four classes per quarter
Provided tutoring
Served as student advisor
Mentored new faculty
Served as subject matter expert for course and curriculum development
Participated in department committees

Aug 2010 - Dec 2010

5 months

Delaware, United States

Adjunct Instructor of English

Ohio Wesleyan University

Designed and taught classes in Composition

Aug 2010 - Dec 2010

5 months

Springfield, United States

Adjunct Instructor of English

Wittenberg University

Designed and taught classes in Composition and Literature

Jan 2010 - Apr 2011

1 year 4 months

Adjunct Instructor of English

Strayer University

Designed and taught classes in Composition and Developmental English

Aug 2008 - Jun 2009

11 months

Springfield, United States

Visiting Instructor of English

Wittenberg University

Designed and taught classes in Composition and Literature

Sep 2002 - May 2008

5 years 9 months

Graduate Teaching Associate

The Ohio State University

Designed and taught classes in Composition, Literature, Popular Culture, and Business Communication

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Education, Professional Services, Information Technology, and Banking and Finance.

Education

Professional Services

Information Technology

Banking and Finance

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Quality Assurance, Product Development, Human Resources, Strategy, Research and Development, and Operations.

Quality Assurance

Product Development

Human Resources

Strategy

Research and Development

Operations

Summary

With 20+ years in building AI training programs, curriculum design, and educational leadership, I combine the heart of an educator with the drive of a leader. My goal? To make learning engaging, accessible, and impactful for diverse audiences.

Curious about all things learning, I’m always exploring new methods to tackle educational challenges. Whether it’s in-person, online, or hybrid – I’m dedicated to fostering growth and resilience in every learner.

My edge: I blend academic insight with business leadership, connecting ideas across fields for innovative solutions.

As CEO of Verdas AI, where we’re committed to "Building a better future with AI," I’ll be sharing insights into my daily work, the latest AI trends, and thoughts on entrepreneurship and leadership. If you’re looking for support with AI initiatives in your organization, feel free to schedule a meeting via the link above in my profile!

Skills

Ai Ethics & Responsible Ai
Ai Training & Competence-building
Coaching & Mentoring Teams And Individuals
Employee Development & Team Management (Remote + On-site)
Change Management In Fast-paced Environments
Large-scale Program Design And Implementation

Languages

English

Native

Spanish

Advanced

Education

Sep 2002 - May 2008

The Ohio State University

Doctor of Philosophy, English: Narrative Theory, 20th Century Literature, Modernist Literature · English: Narrative Theory, 20th Century Literature, Modernist Literature · Columbus, United States

Aug 2000 - May 2002

The Ohio State University

Master of Arts, English · English · Columbus, United States

Aug 1996 - May 2000

University of Houston

Bachelor of Arts, English · English · Houston, United States

Certifications & licenses

Foundations of AI Quality

IEEE CertifAIEd AI Ethics Lead hybrid

Professional Scrum Master™ I

Value-Based Engineering Pioneer

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 16

Experience in Education 18.5 y

Avg length 2 y

Longest experience 5 y 8 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 2 (United States, United Kingdom)

Primary country United States

Expertise

Recent roles Co-Founder, Managing Director, Co-founder, CEO, Chief Learning Officer

Main industries Education, Professional Services, Information Technology

Main business areas Quality Assurance, Product Development, Human Resources

Qualifications

Highest degree Doctorate

Certifications earned 4

Profile

Created

September 2025

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What languages does Allison speak?

Allison speaks the following languages: English (Native), Spanish (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Allison have?

Allison has at least 23 years of experience. During this time, Allison has worked in at least 14 different roles and for 11 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 5 months. Note that Allison may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Allison be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Allison would be well-suited for roles such as: Co-Founder, Managing Director, Co-founder, CEO, Chief Learning Officer.

What is Allison's latest experience?

Allison's most recent position is Co-Founder, Managing Director at Verdas Ventures.

What companies has Allison worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Allison has worked for Verdas Ventures, Verdas AI, (k)Nudging, and appliedAI Initiative - UnternehmerTUM.

Which industries is Allison most experienced in?

Allison is most experienced in industries like Education, Professional Services, and Information Technology. Allison also has some experience in Banking and Finance.

Which business areas is Allison most experienced in?

Allison is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance, Product Development, and Human Resources. Allison also has some experience in Strategy, Research and Development, and Operations.

Which industries has Allison worked in recently?

Allison has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Information Technology, and Education.

Which business areas has Allison worked in recently?

Allison has recently worked in business areas like Strategy, Human Resources, and Information Technology.

What is Allison's education?

Allison holds a Doctorate in English: Narrative Theory, 20th Century Literature, Modernist Literature from The Ohio State University, a Master in English from The Ohio State University and a Bachelor in English from University of Houston.

Does Allison have any certificates?

Allison has 4 certificates. Among them, these include: Foundations of AI Quality, IEEE CertifAIEd AI Ethics Lead hybrid, and Professional Scrum Master™ I.

What is the availability of Allison?

Allison is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Allison?

Allison's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.