Kelley Jo Brand graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in the field of Health Education, but has spent most of her career working in sales and marketing. She has been married to Chuck Brand for 20 years and their daughter attends the University of Alabama. Kelley Jo is a gifted fundraiser, event planner, and organizer. She is active in her community and is a constant and competent volunteer. Kelley Jo is a founder and serves as Secretary of the Board of LOCAL Alabama as well as serving on the Shelby County Republican Executive Committee; her personality, gift for connecting people, and creative approach to problem solving will serve the Alabama Policy Institute well.