Alexis is a doctoral candidate at Boise State University in Public Policy and Administration, holds a Master's degree in Adult/Organizational Learning and Leadership from the University of Idaho, and began her educational journey at BYU with an undergraduate degree in History and Geography Teaching. She is the host of The Purple Zone, a podcast that bridges public policy, practice, and people to foster stronger community connection. She is the immediate past-president of Idaho PTA and currently serves as Director of Public Policy, where she advocates for all Idaho kids. Alexis is also a former school board director.

On a personal note, her favorite title is mom to four kids alongside her husband—both of whom were raised on farms. She enjoys traveling with her family, hiking, shopping at ribbon stores, and spending time in the sauna.