ALLYSON SCHMEISER – CO-FOUNDER & PRINCIPAL headshot

ALLYSON SCHMEISER

Allyson Schmeiser is the Co-Founder and Principal of Sentinel Strategic Advisors, a full service development and advisory company that works with individuals, corporations, and organizations to identify strategic partnerships and encourage meaningful investments in the political arena.

Allyson’s portfolio largely focuses on managing comprehensive political engagement strategies on behalf of the firm’s Fortune 500 clients, which includes PAC development and disbursements, executive and employee education,  and elected official engagement.

Allyson brings to Sentinel a diverse portfolio of experience in business development, corporate communications, and strategic fundraising. Over the last 15 years, she has worked with dozens of candidates, issue campaigns, corporations, and advocacy organizations to maximize their partnership and community engagement strategies.

Prior to founding Sentinel, Allyson served on the finance team on John McCain’s presidential campaign and in the Office of Political Affairs at the White House under President George W. Bush. She also served as a Senior Advisor to No Labels from 2012-2017. Additionally, Allyson served as the National Finance Director for George P. Bush and has held finance roles with the Republican National Committee, National Association of Home Builders, and GOPAC.

Originally from Iowa, Allyson attended the George Washington University where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy. Allyson and her two French Bulldogs, Ham & Wallace, live in Denver, CO.