Allyson Haas is a creative executive, brand strategist, and audience development leader who has spent her career at the intersection of entertainment, education, and family engagement. With a background that includes Ad Sales for The Walt Disney Company, original content development, and youth-focused programming, she brings a unique blend of creative storytelling, production strategy, and audience insight to preschool television. As Founder and Creative Executive of Pen to Paper, Ink, Allyson has developed and packaged original IP, built emotionally resonant brand narratives, and collaborated with creatives, educators, and families to create meaningful, age-appropriate experiences for young audiences. Her hands-on experience in the preschool classroom, as both a Lead Teacher and a Behavioral Therapist, combined with her work developing educational and entertainment-forward content for the forthcoming Kids Videos Network on YouTube, has given her a strong understanding of how preschool audiences learn, engage, and emotionally connect with content. It has also given her valuable insight into the duality of both the genre's dual target audience and its purchasing entity. Across every role, Allyson has focused on creating thoughtful, values-driven programming that blends entertainment, developmental awareness, and imaginative storytelling for today’s kids and families.

Allyson Haas

Allyson Haas is a creative executive, brand strategist, and audience development leader who has spent her career at the intersection of entertainment, education, and family engagement. With a background that includes Ad Sales for The Walt Disney Company, original content development, and youth-focused programming, she brings a unique blend of creative storytelling, production strategy, and audience insight to preschool television. As Founder and Creative Executive of Pen to Paper, Ink, Allyson has developed and packaged original IP, built emotionally resonant brand narratives, and collaborated with creatives, educators, and families to create meaningful, age-appropriate experiences for young audiences. Her hands-on experience in the preschool classroom, as both a Lead Teacher and a Behavioral Therapist, combined with her work developing educational and entertainment-forward content for the forthcoming Kids Videos Network on YouTube, has given her a strong understanding of how preschool audiences learn, engage, and emotionally connect with content. It has also given her valuable insight into the duality of both the genre's dual target audience and its purchasing entity. Across every role, Allyson has focused on creating thoughtful, values-driven programming that blends entertainment, developmental awareness, and imaginative storytelling for today’s kids and families.

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June 10, 2026

Allyson Haas is a creative executive, brand strategist, and audience development leader who has spent her career at the intersection of entertainment, education, and family engagement.

With a background that includes Ad Sales for The Walt Disney Company, original content development, and youth-focused programming, she brings a unique blend of creative storytelling, production strategy, and audience insight to preschool television. As Founder and Creative Executive of Pen to Paper, Ink, Allyson has developed and packaged original IP, built emotionally resonant brand narratives, and collaborated with creatives, educators, and families to create meaningful, age-appropriate experiences for young audiences. Her hands-on experience in the preschool classroom, as both a Lead Teacher and a Behavioral Therapist, combined with her work developing educational and entertainment-forward content for the forthcoming Kids Videos Network on YouTube, has given her a strong understanding of how preschool audiences learn, engage, and emotionally connect with content. It has also given her valuable insight into the duality of both the genre’s dual target audience and its purchasing entity.

Across every role, Allyson has focused on creating thoughtful, values-driven programming that blends entertainment, developmental awareness, and imaginative storytelling for today’s kids and families.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder / Creative Executive / Marketing Strategist at Pento Paper, Ink
January 1, 2015 - Present
Lead end-to-end development and go-to-market strategy for content and brand projects, from audience insight and positioning through creative execution and distribution. Developed integrated campaign strategies across digital, social, partnerships, and experiential touchpoints to drive awareness and engagement. Produced digital short-form video content and established a cohesive brand voice across platforms; Led transformation of BabyKins Magazine and Family space; Directed more than 10 television development projects from concept through distribution; Coordinated collaboration among creatives, producers, and external partners to develop and execute high-impact family-oriented campaigns.
Director, Sales Planning & Strategy at The Walt Disney Company
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2013
Led strategic planning for multi-platform marketing and advertising initiatives across major networks; partnered with agencies and brands to align audience insights with content and campaign strategy; implemented data-driven decision making frameworks; developed pilot feedback systems informing executive positioning decisions; built integrated cross-functional campaign strategies across digital and traditional media.
National Television Negotiator at Mindshare
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003
Managed national media campaigns across broadcast and cable, including paid media strategy and brand integrations; analyzed audience data to optimize targeting and campaign performance; developed co-branded partnerships to increase reach and engagement; ensured compliance with broadcast standards and advertising guidelines.
Director, Programming/ Camp Programming at Pocono Springs Camp
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2025
Managed program development and experiential design for 350+ children and families; built daily engagement, communication, and retention systems across a large audience; served as primary liaison to families and trusted partners; executed large-scale events and programming with a focus on experience quality, safety, and repeat participation.
Director, Special Events & Community Programming at Woodmont Day Camp
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023
Led development and execution of large-scale, multi-touch experiences for 800+ children; built systems to support daily engagement, communication, and retention; created partner relationships with families and community organizations; ensured safety and quality of events.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Communications at Boston University
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026
Associate Teacher Certificate (Early Childhood Education) at Santa Monica College
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Communications
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026
Associate Teacher Certificate (Early Childhood Education)
January 11, 2030 - May 26, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services