Allie Braswell: A Lifetime of Leadership and Volunteerism House District 45
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- Category: Politics
- Published: Friday, 14 October 2022 14:34
For Immediate Release
Candidate Allie Braswell Jr. has spent his entire career in leadership and volunteer roles in both the public and private sectors. As the current Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for VyStar Credit Union in Jacksonville, he utilizes his years of experience to lead Vystar’s efforts to be recognized as a model for inclusivity.
Allie’s volunteer work in the community reflects the values that have driven his career. Today, he serves as the Chairperson for the Orange County Sheriff’s Office Citizens Advisory Committee, and is President of the local chapter of the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity. His work in community service has been recognized several times, including when he was selected as a “Veteran of Influence” by the Orlando Business Journal and when he was honored with the Whitney M. Young Service Award by the Boy Scouts of America.
“I’ve worked in our community as a volunteer with our youth and veterans and own a business in the area. I understand the challenges both families and small businesses are facing as our region recovers from the economic effects of the pandemic and the destruction of the storm.” says candidate Braswell.
Beginning his career in the U.S. Marine Corps, he served for 12 year as a Signal Intelligence Analyst and Cryptologic Linguist. Next, Allie served as the President/CEO of the Central Orange Urban League, while managing a family, and starting a small business.
He firmly believes in helping others find their purpose and sees potential in people from all walks of life. Allie’s experience and determination to help our community thrive make him ready to lead on day one in office.
For more information, see: Allie Braswell For Florida.com