Graduating with honors in 2017 with her Bachelors in Human Services with dual minors in communication and psychology, Tami went even further to obtain her Masters in Business Administration, once again graduating top of her class. Those who know Tami , will never second guess the many glass ceilings that she not only breaks, but crushes.

 

Tami's vision for Alex's Story is to create a successful and sustainable non-profit built around individuals who not only preach values such as integrity, community, authenticity, selflessness, compassion and service, but live by them in their own personal lives.

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When you think of Alex's Story, you automatically will think of Tami.  Tami, Alex's mom, has sacrificed her time and most importantly, her ability to grieve, to create Alex's Story with urgency.

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Tami, co-founder of Alex's Story and executive director has the professional experience and education required for this uphill battle of increasing preventative efforts in what often seems to be a solely harm reduction focused society.

Tomes is nothing other than pure authentic and empathy towards our current fentanyl crisis. As Alex's dad, Tomes has transformed his guilt as a father in all the things he'd wish he would have done differently or would have known into ensuring other parents are equipped with knowledge and tools to help their children.

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Tomes has not only direct experience of losing our Alex to an accidental fentanyl overdose but experience as a child growing up around a normalized drug use environment.

 

These shared experiences are critical when talking to our community, including our youth, so they don't feel alone. tomes brings shared experience, passion and years of leadership to Alex's story and will be working directly on our designs and day to day operations.

Living in Southern Oregon his entire life and with many decades in leadership and sales, one of Tom's most notable skill is customer service and relationship building. Now semi retired, Tom's new found passion is raising awareness and education around the deadly fentanyl drug after losing his beloved grandson, Alex.

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Tom's passion is fueled by the countless memories he had with his grandson, Alex, also referred as his "best friend". With his many years of experience in successfully working with people,

 

Tom is dedicated to community outreach including connecting local businesses to partner with Alex's Story to aid our community in crisis. Tom is also critical in ensuring facts that Alex's Story shares are accurate and from reputable agencies.

Sugar lost her precious 24 year old son, Trevor, to cancer just days after the passing of Alex. the gift of sharing such profound loss has been the deep connection formed with Alex's family.

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Sugar’s varied life experiences have shaped her commitment to serving and supporting others. she has worked and volunteered in the non profit community in various capacities, including in schools, the houseless community, recovery and with Alex's story.

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Recognizing the importance of addressing unprocessed grief, sugar became a certified grief educator. she is dedicated to creating and strengthening connections and resources, leading with her heart and a genuine desire to serve.

Marisa adds years of leadership experience to our board. Critical to our success, not only does Marisa bring professional experience and integrity to Alex's story but brings her close and emotional connection to our mission.

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As Alex's grandmother, Marisa is dedicated to keeping Alex's name alive through saving the lives of others.  Marisa is key to coordinating our school visits, presentations and connections within our community.

 

You may see Marisa accompanying at school visits or just simply promoting Alex's story within our community.