--- title: Org Design Podcast | Abby Allen description: "Abby Allen is the Vice President of Client Solutions and Executive Consultant at Stewart Leadership, bringing over 20 years of experience in organizational design, leadership development, and team alignment. With a collaborative and results-driven approach, Abby specializes in helping organizations align their talent, culture, and strategy to achieve sustainable growth. Abby holds a master's degree in organization development and change management from Case Western Reserve University and has multiple certifications in executive coaching, emotional intelligence, and appreciative inquiry. She is passionate about understanding what works within organizations and builds strategies that harness existing strengths. In her role at Stewart Leadership, Abby collaborates with executives to navigate complex challenges, develop tailored solutions, and operationalize strategies. Her leadership experience includes coaching executive teams, developing accountability frameworks, and implementing innovative approaches to stimulate growth and transformation. Known for her ability to guide teams through change, Abby emphasizes gratitude, teamwork, and leadership development in her work. Her expertise and insights make her a valuable guest for discussions on organizational design and development." --- [![Functionly Logo](https://www.functionly.com/hubfs/Functionly%20Logo.svg) ](https://www.functionly.com/) [Features ](https://www.functionly.com/org-design-podcast/author/abby-allen#) ## Chart the course to your future org Visualize your workforce by unifying people data across systems, and design the future-state structure your strategy demands.  [Features ](https://www.functionly.com/features) #### [![Group 1208-1](https://www.functionly.com/hubfs/Group%201208-1.svg) Data, Integrations, AI  & Templates🫰🏼 Visualize your org instantly and keep it updated automatically. Learn more](https://www.functionly.com/features/data-integrations-ai-templates) #### [![Group 1309](https://www.functionly.com/hubfs/Group%201309.svg) Groups, Dotted-lines, Accountabilities 💥  Map your unique organizational structures with dynamic design. 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