Allison O’Connor is the Senior Vice President of Communications at U.S. Travel Association, where she leads the organization’s integrated communications, marketing, digital and research strategy to elevate the travel industry’s profile.

Through media relations, brand positioning, executive visibility, stakeholder engagement, research insights and digital content, Allison plays a key role in advancing the industry’s policy agenda and amplifying its impact across the public and private sectors.

Allison brings deep experience in global communications, public relations, brand development and customer experience. She previously led global public relations for The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company and held senior leadership roles in the travel and hospitality sector, including Vice President of Public Relations and Communications (Americas) at Marriott International.