Allie Smulka (Krug)
About Allie Smulka (Krug)
Allie Smulka (Krug) is a Program Manager at Patterson Foundation & Corporate Giving, with a background in journalism and nonprofit work. She has held various roles at Children's Minnesota and has experience in news reporting at KIMT-TV.
Work at Patterson Companies
Allie Smulka serves as the Program Manager for the Patterson Foundation and Corporate Giving at Patterson Companies, Inc. She has held this position since 2021. In her role, she focuses on managing programs that align with the foundation's mission and corporate social responsibility initiatives. Her work contributes to the overall impact of the foundation within the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area.
Previous Experience in Media
Allie Smulka began her career in journalism as a News Reporter at KIMT-TV in Mason City, IA, where she worked from 2013 to 2015. This role provided her with foundational experience in news reporting and media production. Additionally, she completed an internship at KARE 11 as a KARE11 Sunrise Intern in 2012, further enhancing her skills in the media sector.
Experience at Children's Minnesota
Allie Smulka held multiple roles at Children's Minnesota from 2015 to 2021. She started as a Production Assistant and then transitioned to an Administrative Assistant. In 2018, she became a Corporate Development Associate, a position she held until 2021. She briefly served as an Associate Major Gift Officer in 2021, contributing to fundraising efforts for the organization.
Education and Expertise
Allie Smulka earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs from the University of Saint Thomas, where she studied from 2010 to 2013. This educational background equipped her with the necessary skills for her roles in both media and nonprofit sectors.
Internship Experience
In addition to her professional roles, Allie Smulka gained valuable experience through internships. She worked as a Production Assistant Intern at Albourne in London, England, for two months in 2011. This experience provided her with insights into production processes in a different cultural context.