Allison Ellsworth

Allison Ellsworth is the Co-Founder and Chief Brand Officer of Poppi, the prebiotic soda brand redefining soda. Less than ten years ago, Allison worked in oil and gas, traveling and dreaming of entrepreneurship. After health issues led her to apple cider vinegar—which she couldn't stand—she decided to create a better way.

In her Dallas kitchen, Allison mixed fruit juices with prebiotics and sparkling water, crafting the first batches of Poppi. She founded the company alongside her husband, Stephen Ellsworth, turning a personal health quest into a mission to make functional beverages both accessible and delicious. The brand quickly gained traction, growing from a kitchen experiment into one of the world's fastest-growing beverage companies.

Allison's breakthrough came when she pitched Poppi on Shark Tank while nine months pregnant, securing a $400,000 investment that fueled explosive growth. As Chief Brand Officer, she built Poppi into a cultural phenomenon known for bright colors, bold flavors, and savvy social media. Today, Poppi is valued at $2 billion and continues to expand as the "better for you" soda that doesn't compromise on taste.

A University of North Texas graduate (class of 2009), Allison has been featured in Texas Monthly, Fortune, and Inc. Magazine, sharing her journey of building a brand from scratch. As a mom of three, she remains hands-on in building Poppi's vision—proving that creativity and conviction can build a soda empire that's actually good for you.