Alex D. is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in strategic planning, administrative roles, and education. Currently serving as a Strategic Planning Analyst, Executive Office Administrator, and Administrative Assistant at the North Carolina Community College System since June 2016, Alex has previously held the position of English as a Second Language Instructor at Wake Technical Community College from October 2015 to December 2022. Alex's military background includes serving as a Senior Office Manager/Linguist in the United States Air Force, where responsibilities included organizing and leading security and rescue operations for over 2,000 service members. Additionally, Alex worked as a Cultural Liaison/Instructor at The Center for Teaching and Learning in China, promoting American culture and facilitating professional development. Academically, Alex D. holds a Master of Business Administration from North Carolina State University, a Master of Arts in Development Economics from Ohio University, a Bachelor of Arts in Asian History from Xavier University, and an Associate of Arts in Modern Standard Arabic from the Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center.