Allison Ellsworth
Co-Founder and Chief Brand Officer for poppi & UNT alumna
Allison Ellsworth is the Co-Founder and Chief Brand Officer of poppi, the modern soda brand that went from farmers market standout to Shark Tank success.
In just five years, poppi became one of the fastest-growing beverages in the U.S., leading to its landmark
sale to PepsiCo in 2025. Known for her digital-first, culturally savvy approach, Allison
built a brand loved by over 1M followers and celebrity fans like Post Malone and Billie
Eilish. She lives in Austin, Texas, with her husband and three boys.