Why Alli Marie?
Every business begins with a vision. It's the moment an idea turns into something real. At Alli Marie Marketing, we partner with founders and organizations who are ready to strengthen that vision, refine their message, and expand their reach without losing the identity that made them start in the first place. We believe in bringing value, clarity, and authenticity back into your business, one relationship, one story, and one strategic connection at a time.
Who's Alli?
Alli Villines is a dynamic entrepreneur, author, and community leader dedicated to empowering women in business through purpose-driven leadership and authentic connection. She is the Founder and Executive Director of She Means Business (SMB), a Northern Nevada-based nonprofit focused on advancing financial literacy, mentorship, and access to real-world business resources for emerging young female entrepreneurs. Under her leadership, SMB delivers impactful programming including speaker series events, campus outreach initiatives, and the Female Founders Scholarship and 8-month Business Development Program, where local founders share real-world experience from idea to execution. In addition to her nonprofit work, Alli is the CEO of Alli Marie Marketing Agency, a full-service marketing and PR firm that helps brands reconnect with their why and grow through intentional strategy, storytelling, and authentic branding. She is also the author of Born to Be, a book centered on self-discovery, purpose, and stepping into leadership with confidence. Across all of her work in business, nonprofit leadership, and authorship, Alli is passionate about helping young women build lives and companies they were truly born to lead.
Book Alli to Speak at Your Next Event!
Alli works with businesses and young women to turn ideas into action, build meaningful brands, and create opportunities that make an impact. From starting her first business at 18 to building multiple businesses and launching her own nonprofit, Alli brings real-world lessons, honest stories, and plenty of energy to the stage. Expect a conversation that’s practical, relatable, and designed to leave you thinking, “Okay, I can actually do this.”
