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Embracing Multiple Paths of Self-Expression with Allison B. Walden

October 21, 2025 • Tracy Spears • Episode 67

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My guest for this episode of Shift Out Loud lives a fascinating double life! Not only is Allison B. Walden the Senior Vice President of Resource Development at the Tulsa Regional Chamber, she’s also a talented musician who just released her first studio album, “Octopus,” under the stage name Allie B.

Tune in for a fascinating conversation about embracing a shift-filled life — and seizing the opportunity to play bigger on multiple different stages. We talk about the impact of growing up in a state of flux, Allison’s early musical journey, her inspiring service-based approach to her work, and how competitive weightlifting has transformed her body and her confidence.

Ready to play bigger? Listen now to discover:

How Allison found her voice as a vocalist in a family full of instrumentalists
How she recharges and protects her energy as a multipassionate introvert
The behind-the-scenes story of her debut album release

Guest bio: Allison Walden is a sought-after sales coach and speaker in the areas of nonprofit revenue development, culture, and capability-building for nonprofit leaders. She serves as SVP of Resource Development at the Tulsa Regional Chamber, the Chair of the Curriculum Committee for the organization management program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and as a faculty member for the “Academy” program of the Western Association of Chamber of Commerce Professionals (WACE). In 2020, WACE named her “Chamber Staff Person of the Year.”

Timestamps:

01:58 Intro

04:15 Meet Allison B. Walden

09:04 Shift to staying still

12:03 Shift to vocals & songwriting

16:08 Approach to work & recharging energy

23:10 Shift to team sports

25:37 Weight-lifting

30:38 Shift to musicianship

36:44 Response to the album

39:59 Shift to Allie B

42:56 Post-album shifts