A native of Prentiss, Mississippi, raised by an educator, Alexis understood at an early age the
importance of education and how knowledge can be a tool for progressive change in the
community. Alexis received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Jackson State
University. Thereafter, Alexis began her professional career with The Mississippi Department of
Employment Security as a Benefit Specialist I. After a year, she became a Benefit Specialist II
where her role involved providing customer service, conducting investigations, and performing
audits to ensure data accuracy and adherence to policy. After 4 years of dedication to the
department, she transitioned and began working as the Operations Manager for the Mississippi
State Conference NAACP. Alexis currently serves as the Operations Manager for the Mississippi
Engaged.