Alison Yang
About Alison Yang
Alison Yang is an Associate at Spencer Stuart, specializing in executive recruitment for the aerospace and defense sectors. She has a background in the United States Air Force and is pursuing an MBA at Villanova School of Business.
Work at Spencer Stuart
Alison Yang has been an Associate at Spencer Stuart since 2022. Based in Washington, District of Columbia, she specializes in leading global executive searches for U.S. industrial companies. Her role involves focusing on executive recruitment within the engineered products and distribution industries, as well as specializing in the aerospace and defense sectors.
Education and Expertise
Alison Yang is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Villanova School of Business, expected to graduate in 2025. She previously earned a Master’s Degree in International Relations from the University of Chicago, completing her studies in 2016. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from the United States Air Force Academy, which she completed in 2015.
Background in the United States Air Force
Alison Yang has a notable background with the United States Air Force, where she served in various roles. She was an Executive Officer at Wright-Patterson AFB from 2021 to 2022 and a Flight Commander from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, she held the position of Assistant Director of Operations for six months in 2021. Her experiences in these roles contributed to her leadership skills and expertise in operations.
Previous Experience at the University of Chicago
Before her tenure at Spencer Stuart, Alison Yang worked at the University of Chicago in the Committee on International Relations as a Graduate Student from 2015 to 2016. This role provided her with foundational knowledge and experience in international relations, complementing her academic pursuits.