Alison in the News

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    Take 5 with Alison Baringer

    Wilma | 2026

    Alison shares the story behind launching Salt & Rally and how she helps business and nonprofit leaders build momentum.
    By Lynda Van Kuren, Photography by Peyton Zino

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    The WilmingtonBiz 100 : The Innovators

    WilmingtonBiz Magazine | 2025

    Recognized for expanding the Azalea Festival’s programming and year-round reach, including a record $1 million in sponsorship sales in 2025.
    By Staff Reports

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    Women to Watch Awards Finalists: Business

    Wilma | 2025

    Alison discusses her approach to relationship-driven leadership, community connection, sponsorship growth, and building a strong volunteer culture.
    By Dylan Schmidt, Group Photos by Madeline Gray & Headshots by Sasha Sheldon

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    Azalea Festival Celebrates More than 20 Springtime Events

    Port City Daily | 2023

    A look at Alison’s work to broaden participation through new community partnerships, experiences, and the International Blooms initiative.
    By Port City Daily Staff

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    Experience Azalea

    Wilmington Magazine | 2020

    Alison explains the 20/20 Xperiences: a sponsor-backed collection of premium guest experiences designed to create new revenue and deepen engagement. This is especially relevant to your current signature experiences work.
    By Judy Royal

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    The WilmingtonBiz 100: Connectors

    The WilmingtonBiz 100: Connectors | 2019

    Recognized for bringing together business sponsors, community leaders, volunteers, and partners to produce one of the region’s largest events. Published under Alison Baringer English.
    By Staff Reports