Alex Andrade has over a decade of experience in admissions and student services within the education sector, currently serving as the Director of Admissions at the New Orleans Culinary & Hospitality Institute since September 2018. Responsibilities include creating and implementing admissions policies, recruiting and advising students, and managing a financial assistance program. Previous roles encompass leadership positions at Paul Mitchell The School New Orleans, where enrollment increased by 15% year over year, and various capacities at the University of Phoenix, including managing a team of enrollment counselors and developing training materials. Andrade also has early experience as a Building and Planning Clerk and an Executive Assistant. An educational background includes an Associate's degree in Foundations of Business from the University of Phoenix and a brief study at FIDM.