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Alyson McKinster, OCI/OEI

Senior, Wipfli Advisory LLC

With over 15 years of experience working with leaders and teams, Aly McKinster is dedicated to strengthening organizational culture, bridging generational differences and accelerating business success. As a facilitator, public speaker, team designer and process builder, Aly helps leaders navigate the complexities of leadership alignment, ensuring they have a tailored pathway to achieve their organizational goals with greater velocity, momentum and efficiency.

Understanding that leadership can be isolating, Aly listens deeply to executives and teams, identifying the cultural and behavioral dynamics that impact performance. By operationalizing the ability to reach strategic goals, Aly ensures that people, processes and technology align seamlessly, eliminating barriers to growth and collaboration.

Through an innovative toolkit including organizational, culture, team and leadership assessments, Aly enables teams to connect with greater intention and velocity, driving tangible business results—not just fostering alignment, but accelerating success. With a focus on building resilient teams for the future, Aly empowers organizations to optimize their leadership strategies, enhancing profitability, sustainability and long-term impact.

In today's evolving business landscape, what were once considered "soft skills" are now the necessary skills, essential for effective leadership and team performance. By equipping leaders and teams with these critical capabilities, Aly ensures they are prepared to lead, adapt and thrive in an ever-changing landscape!

Credentials

  • Predictive Index Master Behavioral Science Practitioner
  • Human Synergistics Organizational Culture Inventory (OCI) and the Organizational Effectiveness Inventory (OEI) - Culture Diagnostic

Professional memberships and activities

  • YWCA Junior Board Member

Education

Boston University

  • Bachelor of arts degree in psychology with a focus on neuropsychology and psychopharmacology