Board of Directorates | Fayette County Milit

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Tamika Saxx

PhD, MS, LMFT, LMHC

Executive Director | Founding Board Member

Disabled U.S. Army Veteran |Military Spouse|Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Military & Veteran Behavioral Health Strategist at New Vista

Tamika Saxx brings over 20 years of clinical leadership, trauma-informed care, and military mental health advocacy to FCMSPC. A decorated U.S. Army veteran, military spouse, and family member of veterans, she is deeply committed to ensuring that no one who served feels alone in their mental health journey.

In her role at New Vista, Tamika leads statewide initiatives to expand trauma-informed care, build peer support networks, and train communities to identify and respond to suicide risk. A certified facilitator in Psychological Adult First Aid and S.A.V.E., she is a sought-after speaker on PTSD, suicide prevention, and military cultural humility.

Tamika joined the Fayette County Military Suicide Prevention Coalition to turn pain into purpose. After witnessing firsthand the barriers to care and the silent struggles endured by many in the military community, she knew more had to be done locally. FCMSPC became her way to bridge service and support, bringing together veterans, families, clinicians, and community partners to build a future of healing and connection.

She is an active member of several veteran service organizations and continues to lead with compassion, courage, and commitment.

“Service doesn't stop when the uniform comes off. We honor service by showing up when it matters most. My mission is simple—make sure every veteran knows: your life still matters, your story isn’t over, and you are never alone.”– Tamika Saxx

James “Jamie” Palumbo

Jamie Palumbo brings unwavering heart, deep community roots, and a profound sense of purpose to his role with the Fayette County Military Suicide Prevention Coalition. A proud Lexington native with strong military family ties—including a grandfather who stormed Omaha Beach on D-Day—Jamie’s commitment to suicide prevention is shaped by personal tragedy: the loss of his oldest brother to suicide.

He joined the Coalition not only to honor his brother’s memory but to turn pain into action. For Jamie, FCMSPC represents hope, healing, and the promise that no family or veteran will be left behind.

With a legacy of leadership in public service, political advocacy, and youth athletics, Jamie has built bridges across communities for decades. His ability to bring people together—from classrooms to coalitions—makes him a vital voice in the fight to raise awareness, increase access to care, and build a compassionate support system for all who have served.

“We can’t change the past, but we can change the future—for every veteran who feels invisible, for every family carrying silent pain. I refuse to let silence win. Every life we reach, every stigma we break—that’s how we honor those we’ve lost and protect those still here. That’s why I show up, and that’s why I won’t stop.” – Jamie Palumbo

Drew Watts

Executive Treasurer | Founding Board Member| Wellness Advocate | Veteran Ally | Financial Strategist

Business Development Manager, Restorative Oxygen Care

Drew Watts serves as the Executive Treasurer for the Fayette County Military Suicide Prevention Coalition, where he combines business acumen with a deep commitment to veteran wellness. In his professional role at Restorative Oxygen Care, Drew is at the forefront of expanding access to Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)—a treatment with growing evidence for supporting individuals recovering from PTSD, traumatic brain injuries, and other complex conditions often experienced by veterans.

With a career grounded in innovation and outreach, Drew brings strategic insight and fiscal leadership to the Coalition. He ensures our mission is supported by a sustainable financial foundation—allowing every dollar raised to directly impact lives. His knowledge of integrative wellness approaches brings a forward-thinking perspective to FCMSPC’s community education and resource-building efforts.

Drew joined the Coalition with a clear purpose: to bridge the gap between emerging wellness solutions and the needs of the military community. As someone who has witnessed the transformative power of access and care, he is committed to making sure every veteran has a path to healing.

“Healing starts with access—access to resources, connection, and people who care. I joined FCMSPC to help ensure veterans and their families don’t just survive, but truly heal and thrive.” – Drew Watts

Tracy Curtis

Executive Secretary | Founding Board Member| Engineer | Advocate | Community Leader

Owner of My Life I Love LLC and Partner at Picture Perfect Manners

Tracy Curtis is a purpose-driven leader whose professional expertise and personal passion have made her an integral force in the Fayette County Military Suicide Prevention Coalition. As a founding board member and Executive Secretary, she brings over 13 years of corporate leadership as an electrical engineer and an unwavering commitment to mental health awareness, suicide prevention, and community upliftment.

With a global perspective shaped by international business experience and a heart rooted in service, Tracy has devoted her life to bridging systems of support for vulnerable populations. From mentoring youth and sponsoring foreign exchange students to fostering medically fragile children and leading grassroots advocacy efforts, she embodies compassion in action.

Tracy joined FCMSPC to help build a sustainable, community-based response to a national crisis. After seeing the mental health toll that unaddressed trauma and isolation can take on individuals and families, she knew change had to start locally—with systems led by empathy and informed by strategy.

In addition to her role with the Coalition, Tracy is the Owner of My Life I Love LLC and Partner at Picture Perfect Manners. She is also the Owner of My Life I Love LLC and Partner at Picture Perfect Manners, where she continues to promote emotional intelligence, wellness, and self-empowerment through professional development.

“I joined the Coalition because I believe healing is a community responsibility. Veterans and military families shouldn’t have to navigate their pain in silence. Together, we can create spaces of dignity, support, and hope—where no one feels invisible and no one walks alone.” – Tracy Curtis

Beck Alvarado

Outreach & Advocacy| Founding Board Member| Advocate | Community Connector | Trauma-Informed Support Specialist

Outreach Coordinator at Recovery Café Lexington

Beck Alvarado serves as a vital voice for connection, inclusion, and healing in the Fayette County Military Suicide Prevention Coalition. As a Board Member for Outreach & Advocacy, Beck brings frontline experience and unwavering dedication to expanding the Coalition’s reach—especially among communities often left out of traditional care systems.

Currently serving as the Outreach Coordinator at Recovery Café Lexington, Beck helps individuals navigating trauma, addiction, and systemic barriers reclaim stability and hope. With a background spanning youth education, behavioral support, foster care systems, and trauma-informed service, Beck deeply understands the complex needs of individuals living in survival mode—and the power of community in their recovery.

Beck joined FCMSPC to ensure that all veterans, regardless of background, identity, or circumstance, are seen and supported. Their commitment is rooted in personal experience and a firm belief that suicide prevention must be intersectional, accessible, and grounded in trust.

“I joined the Coalition because I believe in radical belonging. No one should have to question whether they matter—especially those who’ve already given so much. We build a stronger community when we show up for each other without judgment and without conditions.” – Beck Alvarado