Allan is a founding member of MCPAW. For his involvement, love and concern for the well-being of animals, Allan received the Humanitarian Award for his work in Montgomery County, as well as in Louisiana following Hurricane Katrina. A Harvard graduate with both Masters and Doctorate of Education, Allan has served as a State Education official in Massachusetts and Illinois and was an education lobbyist on Capitol Hill. He currently serves as a consultant in community, business and real estate endeavors. He was also a founding member of the Potomac Community Centers and was honored twice as Potomac Citizen of the Year. Through the over 30 years Allan has lived in Montgomery County, he has served as Chairman of the Animal Matters Hearing Board as well as numerous other Boards. Allan and his wife of over 40 years, Ellen, have three children, four grandchildren and two grand-dogs.