Allison Karns
About Allison Karns
Allison Karns serves as the Director of Government Relations at Allison Transmission, a position she has held since 2018. She has a background in law and journalism, with previous roles including Legislative Director at the Indiana Public Retirement System and Assistant Majority Counsel at the Indiana Senate.
Current Role at Allison Transmission
Allison Karns serves as the Director of Government Relations at Allison Transmission. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the company's engagement with government entities and policy development. Her role involves navigating complex legislative landscapes to advocate for the interests of the organization in the Indianapolis, Indiana area.
Previous Experience at Indiana Public Retirement System
Before joining Allison Transmission, Karns worked at the Indiana Public Retirement System as Legislative Director from 2009 to 2013. In this role, she focused on legislative matters affecting public retirement policies and engaged with stakeholders in the Indianapolis, Indiana area.
Educational Background in Law
Allison Karns earned her Doctor of Law (J.D.) degree from the Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, where she studied from 2005 to 2008. This education provided her with a strong foundation in legal principles, which she applies in her current role in government relations.
Undergraduate Studies in Journalism
Karns completed her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Journalism at Indiana University Bloomington from 2001 to 2004. This background in journalism has equipped her with effective communication skills, beneficial for her roles in government relations and legislative advocacy.
Legislative Experience in Government
Karns has extensive legislative experience, having worked as Assistant Majority Counsel for the Indiana Senate from 2008 to 2009. Additionally, she served as a Legislative Correspondent for the U.S. House of Representatives from 2004 to 2005. These positions have contributed to her understanding of the legislative process and policy-making.