
Associations & Accomplishments
Thoughtful Leadership, Grounded in Service
Alex’s work across military service, education, environment protection, development of the arts, labor and community leadership reflects a lifelong commitment to building stronger communities and expanding opportunity for all.

Community & Civic Leadership
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Active Member, Mountain View Rotary Club
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Chairman, Satellite Rotary Club (expanding access for professionals and students)
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Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) Educator & Selection Board Member
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Leadership Contributing Ambassador, Mountain View Chamber of Commerce

Military & Veteran Service
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U.S. Army Reserve Officer (10+ years, overseas deployment)
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American Legion
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Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
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U.S. Navy League
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Association of Former Intelligence Officers
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U.S. Army Reserve Officers Association
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Military Writers Guild
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Operation Care and Comfort

Education & Academic Achievement
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A.A. in History & Liberal Arts — West Valley College
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B.A. in History & Military Science — San José State University
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Master of Public Administration — American Military University
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PhD Candidate in Education & Leadership — National University

Education & Mentorship Impact
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15+ years as an educator and mentor
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Worked with urban, suburban, and tribal student populations
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Curriculum development and leadership programs
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Career pathway and student success development

Environmental & Community Service
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Our City Forest (tree planting and urban environment)
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California Native Plant Society
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Friends of Stevens Creek
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Ecumenical Hunger Program
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United Effort Organization
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Hope's Corner

Key Accomplishments & Impact
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Expanded green spaces and environmental initiatives
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Supported student leadership and education outcomes
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Strengthened partnerships between business, government, and community
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Advanced conversations on housing and economic mobility
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Applied personnel management and career counseling to empower job seekers in the community
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Utilizes technical and creative skills to lead US Army units and strengthen their capabilities to secure the local area
Leadership Philosophy
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Leadership means showing up, doing the work, and helping others succeed. Service above self
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Fighting for the right is the noblest sport the world can afford
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Duty to country, community, and neighbor is the highest honor of any person