Alison Porter
About Alison Porter
Alison Porter is the Senior Executive Assistant to the CHRO and Chief Transformation Officer at Coupa Software. She has extensive experience in executive support roles across various organizations, including Dayforce, SAP, and Centennial College.
Current Role at Coupa Software
Alison Porter currently holds the position of Senior Executive Assistant to the CHRO and Chief Transformation Officer at Coupa Software. She has been in this role since 2024.
Previous Position at Dayforce
Alison Porter previously worked at Dayforce as the Senior Executive Assistant to the Chair, CEO, and Founder. She held this position from 2019 to 2024, a total of 5 years, and was based in the Toronto, Canada Area.
Experience at SAP
Alison Porter has extensive experience at SAP across various roles. In 2019, she worked as the Senior Executive Assistant, GVP Digital Engagement COE, SAP Customer First for 2 months. She also served as the Senior Executive Assistant to the Global Head of the Digital Transformation Office, SAP General Business from 2018 to 2019 for 5 months. Additionally, Alison was the Senior Executive Assistant to the Global Head of Commercial Sales from 2013 to 2014, and the President & Managing Director, Canada from 2008 to 2013. She initially started at SAP as an Executive Assistant, Public Services in 2007 and as a Sales Coordinator, Public Services in 2006.
Teaching Roles at Centennial College
Alison Porter has also worked at Centennial College in teaching capacities. She was a Course Instructor and Curriculum Developer in Program Planning & Design from 2017 to 2020. Previously, she served as a Course Instructor in Coaching and Communication Skills from 2015 to 2016.
Educational Background
Alison Porter's educational background includes degrees from multiple institutions. She earned a Bachelor's Degree in Physical and Health Education and another Bachelor's Degree in Health Studies, both from Queen's University between 1994 and 1998. Additionally, she achieved a Business Certificate in Marketing Management from Mount Royal University from 2002 to 2003. She also holds a certification as a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach from The Coaches Training Institute (CTI), completed between 2013 and 2015.