Alison Conte
About Alison Conte
Alison Conte is a Senior Writer in Marketing Communications at Highmark Inc., with extensive experience in corporate communications and marketing across various organizations. She has authored a novel and contributed to multiple web content projects, while also mentoring individuals in the field of business communications.
Current Role at Highmark
Alison Conte serves as a Senior Writer in Marketing Communications at Highmark Inc. since 2013. In this role, she focuses on developing content that enhances the company's marketing strategies. Notably, she has contributed to the 'employer' section of the Discover Highmark website, showcasing her expertise in creating engaging web content. Her work supports various marketing initiatives, including the Living Proof advertising campaign, where she wrote patient stories for the Hernia Center.
Previous Experience in Marketing and Communications
Before joining Highmark, Alison Conte held several positions in marketing and communications. She worked as the Assistant Director of Web Communication and Marketing at Duquesne University from 2006 to 2013. Prior to that, she was a Corporate Communications Specialist at Heritage Valley Health System from 1993 to 2000. Her early career included a role as a Senior Account Executive at Ketchum for one year in 2000, and she served as Vice President of Finance for IABC Pittsburgh from 2012 to 2019.
Educational Background
Alison Conte studied English Writing at Denison University, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from 1973 to 1977. She also attended the University of Chicago for one year, focusing on English Language and Literature. This educational foundation has contributed to her skills in writing and communications throughout her career.
Authorship and Creative Work
Alison Conte is the author of a novel titled 'Beyond Normal,' which explores the lives of neuro-atypical college students in a future setting. In addition to her fiction writing, she has produced various written works, including a history of elder care in Sewickley, PA. She has also created sponsored content for Jefferson Hospital, which was featured in the Pittsburgh Mom's Blog.
Mentorship and Professional Involvement
Alison Conte has actively participated in mentorship through her involvement with the Pittsburgh chapter of the International Association of Business Communicators. In this capacity, she has guided and supported many individuals in their professional development within the communications field.