Alison Smitley is a highly skilled creative manager with a background in graphic design. She studied at North Carolina State University, where she received a bachelor's degree in Graphic Design. Her experience includes working as a Production Specialist and Studio Artist at Mckinney, a Senior Graphic Designer at Sally Johns Design + Strategic Marketing, a Graphic Designer at Hibernian Company, Inc., Solas Dine Lounge And Roof, and Bedizen Ornaments, and as a Designer and Co-Owner at Ali-Pat Publications. Smitley also taught as a Design Educator at Explorers Club Middle School. Currently, she is a Creative Manager at Corral Riding Academy.

Alison Smitley's professional experience includes graphic design, production, creative management, design education, and ownership of a publication. Her areas of expertise include branding, print and digital design, illustration, art direction, and project management. Her interests include design, typography, photography, illustration, and equestrian sports.