Allison Ferch is GALA's Executive Director. Over the past 9 years she has served GALA in several roles and provided leadership for many of the association’s programs and activities including events, partnerships, and special initiatives. As Executive Director, she leads internal operations at GALA and is responsible for the growth of the association, its financial stability, and for the execution and expansion of programs and services to members. Allison has an undergraduate degree in Biological Anthropology and a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science. A lifelong athlete and a lifelong learner, she enjoys podcasts, reading, exercising, and extreme sports like living with three teenagers.