Michael Allison

Michael W. Allison is a U.S. Marine Purple Heart Veteran, international keynote speaker, TEDx speaker, and business strategist with over 20 years of experience in leadership, digital marketing, and content strategy. As the Founder & CEO of The Adversity Academy Leadership Group, Michael helps businesses, entrepreneurs, and marketing professionals master AI-driven social media strategies, relationship marketing, and brand growth. With a focus on resilient leadership, digital innovation, and social engagement, Michael has spoken at major industry conferences, including Microsoft FabCon, TEDx, and executive leadership summits, where he has trained thousands on leveraging AI, personal branding, and social media for business success. His insights have been featured by Microsoft, TEDx, ESPN, and VFW Magazine, making him an ideal speaker for Social Media Week Lima.