Lori Allen is an emeritus board member recognized for her contribution in founding the Gulf Coast chapter of Impact100. She was born in raised in Bay County, graduating from Mosley High School in 1998. She went on to earn her Master’s Degree in Public Health- Biostatistics and Epidemiology from The Ohio State University in 2004. She previously served as Executive Director at the Gulf Coast Children’s Advocacy Center and the Gulf Coast Sexual Assault Program. She is now President and CEO of Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center where she makes a national impact. Lori is married to Brandon Allen and has two beautiful daughters.
Her motivation to serve and give through Impact 100 Gulf Coast is rooted in the deep love and sense of community she has for the Panhandle. She believes in the potential of Northwest Florida and wants to be a part of elevating the ability to thrive to all.