Michelle Alexander

Michelle Alexander is an accomplished communications professional with extensive experience across various sectors, particularly in education and public affairs. Currently serving as a Communications Officer for the Walton Family Foundation since April 2024, Michelle drives strategic communications initiatives to enhance public understanding of the education landscape. Prior roles include Head of Marketing and Outreach at AdvanceEDU, where efforts focused on brand strategy and enrollment growth, and Director of Communications at the Charter School Growth Fund, managing national communications and media strategies. Previous positions also include directing public and media relations for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association and leading program development at the 18th Judicial District Attorney's Office. Michelle's foundational experience in government and political communications, complemented by a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and History from Boston University and a Master's in Management from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, underscores a robust skill set in strategic messaging and stakeholder engagement.