The AVRC is led by a dedicated Board of Directors chaired by Greg Reed, former legislator and current Secretary of Workforce under Governor Kay Ivey. Under his leadership, and with the support of public, private, and nonprofit partners, the AVRC is committed to lasting impact for Alabama’s veteran community.

Alexandria Karagas is a dedicated higher education leader with over 13 years of experience supporting military-affiliated students and adult learners. Previously served as Director of Military and Adult Education at Albany State University, Alexandria has doubled the university’s military student population and oversees compliance, benefits administration, and innovative programming. Her expertise spans GI Bill® benefits, federal and state audits, and institutional revenue management, with a proven track record of building campus environments that foster student success.

Alexandria’s career includes impactful roles at the University of Alabama, where she developed policies for thousands of student veterans, led assessment and retention initiatives, and launched programs such as “Textbook for the Troops” and Bama Boot Camp. She has supervised staff and student workers, managed emergency funds, and advised multiple student organizations.

Her commitment to service extends beyond campus, with leadership in community partnerships, veterans committees, and nonprofit collaborations. Alexandria has organized major events like the South Georgia Women Veterans Symposium and Georgia’s first military-affiliated HBCU conference, and she regularly presents at educational forums and military bases.

Alexandria holds a B.A. in Psychology and has completed significant doctoral coursework in Educational Psychology at the University of Alabama. She is recognized for her holistic approach to student success, innovative programming, and dedication to veterans, service members, and their families. Her honors include Director of the Year (2024) at Albany State University and multiple professional association memberships.