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About Allison Corey Miller

A Journey of Empowerment and Leadership

Allison Corey Miller is a visionary leader with a rich and diverse background in camp management, law, and human resources. Her journey has been marked by a commitment to empowering individuals and creating enriching experiences for children and families.

 

Leadership in Camp Management

 

Allison, alongside her husband David, serves as the Owners/Directors of Camp Starlight, a private brother/sister residential summer camp in Northeast Pennsylvania. Their remarkable journey began in 1999 when they acquired the camp, then facing declining enrollment. With unwavering dedication, they transformed it into one of the most prosperous camps in the nation, maintaining an enrollment in excess of 540 campers for the past 15 years.

 

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As co-directors, Allison and David are deeply involved in every facet of the camp operation, from hiring camp counselors to planning camper activities, ensuring financial stability, and fostering profitability. Their expertise in camp management has made them renowned experts in the field, particularly for the personal attention they offer to each child and their commitment to every detail of the camp experience.

 

In 2010, the Millers added another private camp in Northeast Pennsylvania, to their portfolio which they sold to the camps directors in 2022. Once again, they successfully revitalized a declining camp into a thriving one, extending their legacy of excellence.

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A Global Reach in Empowering Kids

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Allison's passion for empowering children led her to create Happy Camper Live, a lifestyle brand that transcends the boundaries of summer camp. Her vision is to bring the magic of summer camp to every child in the world, 365 days a year. The Happy Camper Live platform, accessible via happycamperlive.com and an app, offers a diverse range of free and subscription-based content, including activities taught by real counselors and coaches, live broadcasts, an original web series, a virtual reality camp, and more. This comprehensive platform is designed to help kids discover their passions, share their talents, and inspire others in a safe COPPA-certified community.

 

Empowering Through The Happy Camper Project

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In addition to Happy Camper Live, Allison is dedicated to The Happy Camper Project. This initiative extends the joy and empowerment of summer camp to underserved communities and children who may not have access to traditional camp experiences.

 

TV Shows for Kids

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Allison's commitment to empowering children extends to television. She has partnered with Kiddoodle TV and Happy Kids to bring her vision to a wider audience. The TV show on Kiddoodle TV and Happy Kids amplifies the message of empowerment and the magic of summer camp to children everywhere.

 

A Legal and Human Resources Background

 

Allison holds a bachelor’s degree from New York University and graduated cum laude from Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law. Her early legal career included serving as a litigation associate at Weil Gotshal and Manges, one of the nation’s largest and most prestigious law firms. In 1993, she joined Sotheby’s Inc. as in-house counsel, eventually being promoted to Vice President and Head of Human Resources for Sotheby's North and South America. Her legal career culminated in 1999 when she transitioned to become a full-time co-director of Camp Starlight. During this time, she also played a pivotal role as a consultant in developing the organizational structure for the partnership between eBay and Sotheby’s while continuing to oversee the year-round operations of the summer camp.

 

Life Beyond Work

 

In the winter months, Allison resides in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, alongside her husband David. Their daughter Hayley and her husband, Robbie Gothelf, who serve as the Co-Directors at Camp Starlight, is a key part of their family team. Hayley earned her BA and MBA from the University of Miami. Their son Griffin, graduated from Stanford University, with dual degrees in music performance and computer science. He is currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Computer Science at Stanford. Together, they cherish moments at the beach, host Sunday night dinners with family and friends, and enjoy the sheer joy of singing karaoke.

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Morning Mist over Forest

"It is looking back and seeing how all the stars magically connect that has me truly trust the journey."

Allison Corey Miller

Camp Empowerpreneur

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