Alison Prange to serve as the next Chair of the Board of Directors
THE NEWS
The Board of Directors for the Institute for Reforming Government has elected Alison Prange to serve as the next Chair of the Board. Alison Prange was appointed to IRG’s Board in 2022.
THE QUOTES
Alison Prange, IRG Board Chair:
“IRG is one of the most dynamic and forward-thinking state-based organizations in the country,” said Prange. “I am honored to serve as the next Chair of the Board during this pivotal chapter in the organization’s history. It is exciting to continue guiding IRG’s mission of creating real and lasting reforms that empower families and strengthen communities in Wisconsin.”
CJ Szafir, IRG President and CEO:
“Alison’s experience in strategic leadership, public affairs, and coalition-building is exactly what IRG needs as we are in a period of accelerated influence and statewide leadership.”
Prange replaces the founding chair, Rob McDonald, who has retired from the IRG Board to serve on the Board of Directors for IRG Action Fund, a grassroots education and advocacy organization.
“I will forever be grateful for Rob McDonald’s role in the founding of IRG, hiring me 5 years ago, and overseeing IRG from a start-up to a mature nonprofit organization. But, his background will be greatly appreciated at IRG Action Fund, which has experienced major growth in the last two years.”
THE BACKGROUND
- Alison Prange is a nationally respected government relations strategist and accomplished executive with a distinguished career leading high-impact organizations and campaigns across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors.
- As Managing Director at Michael Best Strategies, Prange brings decades of experience advising C-suite leaders, managing complex stakeholder environments, and positioning organizations for success at the intersections of business, government, and the media.
- Prior, Prange was President and COO of the MKE 2024 Host Committee for the Republican National Convention, where she led the strategic planning and execution of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. In this role, Prange oversaw a multi-million-dollar operation, managed a multi-functional team of professionals, and worked closely with federal, state, and local officials to deliver one of the most high-profile events in the country and generating an economic impact of over $320 million to the Southeastern Wisconsin region.
- Prange’s leadership also extends to the nonprofit sector, where she has served in executive roles for organizations such as Ballotpedia, the Henry Vilas Zoological Society, and the American Cancer Society. At Ballotpedia, she was Vice President of External Relations, overseeing national partnerships, revenue growth, and media strategy. At the Henry Vilas Zoological Society, she led successful capital campaigns, stakeholder engagements, and implemented public affairs initiatives that elevated the organization’s visibility and impact, including helping the 105-year-old organization grow revenues by 200% and leading it to be named 2018 Philanthropy of the Year by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP). She also launched the Save Our Species Council, a conservation initiative aimed at engaging corporate and philanthropic leaders.
- Prange currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee, OCEARCH, and Paradigm Inc. Foundation. She is a former member of the boards of the YMCA of Dane County,TEMPO Madison, and Greater Madison Convention and Visitors Bureau.
WHAT’S NEXT
As Chair of the Board, Prange will help guide IRG’s strategic direction and governance, supporting its mission to deliver bold reforms, expand its statewide footprint, and cultivate the next generation of conservative leaders in Wisconsin.
For more information, visit www.reforminggovernment.org.
