Kelley is a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist with more than 13 years of experience. She currently serves as an O&M at EH Gentry Technical Facility in Talladega. Before joining AIDB, Kelley worked as an O&M at the Addie McBryde Center for the Blind in Jackson, Mississippi. Kelley holds a BA from the University of Louisiana at Monroe, an MA in Rehabilitation for the Blind from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and an MAT from the University of West Alabama. Kelley has been a member of AER since 2013 and has served on the board for both the Mississippi and Alabama chapters.

Marquitta is the Assistant Director of the Office of Field Services at AIDB, where she leads statewide programs serving individuals who are Deaf, Blind, Deafblind, multidisabled, or diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. With over 19 years of leadership and nonprofit experience, she has also served as Senior Services Director, Regional Center Director, and Assistant Director of Development at AIDB. Marquitta is passionate about inclusion, community partnerships, and improving access to services across Alabama. 

Sharon McLean is a Senior Vision Rehab Therapist (VRT) and has been employed with the Alabama Department of Rehab Services for 19 years and a member of AER for 8 years. Sharon is passionate about serving consumers with vision loss and doesn’t shy away from helping in other facets such as being involved with the Lions Club for community support. Sharon is the 2025-2026 President of Alabama Lions Sight and promotes the importance of serving all Alabamians with eye screenings, affordable eyeglasses, and community partnerships. She is a member of the Saraland Lions Club and has been a Lion for 13 years; she runs a support group in Foley, AL and has been able to maintain meetings for 12 years. Sharon is the mother to two sons, and three adorable grandsons.

Jacklyn Wilson is the College Transition Coordinator at the Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind’s E.H. Gentry Facility where she helps students prepare for and succeed in higher education. She brings a diverse professional background, having worked in multiple facets of business including finance and budgeting, auditing, training and development, banking, and in postsecondary education administration. Jacklyn earned her B.A. in Business Administration with a concentration in Management from Talladega College and a Master of Arts in Rehabilitation Education from The University of Alabama. She is honored to serve out the remainder of the Treasurer’s term for AER, bringing her experience in leadership, service, and financial stewardship to the role.

Jack Harrison completed BS degrees in Industrial Arts Education and Rehabilitation Services at Auburn University, MS degrees in Rehabilitation Counseling and Special Education and an ED.S in Special Education at UAB. He has completed doctoral coursework at UAB. He worked for over 40 years at the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind; as a teacher, coach, adult ed instructor, program director and most recently as PI for AIDB’s effort in the VR-IOMS project.

Bill is a Blind Rehabilitation Specialist in O&M at the VA Southeastern BRC. He has worked in IT at Kent State Medical Center, as a PSA for the VA, a Case Manager for the Blind with AIDB, and as a Senior O&M Specialist with ADRS. At the VA, he developed admissions, scheduling, and data collection systems. With his tech background, Bill pushes AT and O&M, developing indoor maps and durable Braille using 3D printing. He holds a BA from KSU in Justice Studies and Political Science and an MA in O&M from WMU.

LaTonya Chatman is a dedicated professional in the field of rehabilitation and student services, with more than a decade of experience serving individuals who are deaf, blind, and multi disabled and over 20 years of social work experience. Since joining the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind in 2011, she has held a variety of impactful roles, gaining extensive experience in program support, student advocacy, and interdisciplinary collaboration. She currently serves as Supervisor of Student Services at the E.H. Gentry Facility, where she oversees comprehensive support services designed to empower students to achieve their educational, vocational, and personal goals. LaTonya holds a Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts from Auburn University. She also earned a Master of Education in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling and a certification in Forensic Vocational Evaluation from Auburn University, further strengthening her expertise in vocational assessment, counseling, and rehabilitation services. Known for her compassionate leadership and commitment to excellence, LaTonya brings a person-centered approach to her work, fostering inclusive environments where students are supported, challenged, and empowered to reach their full potential.

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Kellee has been a certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist (COMS/O&M) with ADRS for 7 years and CATIS for 2 years. Prior to becoming an O&M, Kellee was a middle school science teacher with the Houston Independent School District in Texas for 10 years. Before becoming a teacher, she worked in the physical therapy field in an out-patient clinic and as an athletic trainer in her college years. The knowledge and skills obtained from previous professions have prepared Kellee to be successful working with adults who are adjusting to blindness and learning to use the white cane. Kellee is a graduate of the University of North Texas (GO MEAN GREEN!), received her master’s from Stephen F. Austin University in Nacogdoches, TX and attended Western Michigan University to receive the Assistive Technology certification (CATIS). She is a member of the Saraland Lions Club and has been a member of Alabama AER for 6 years. Kellee enjoys spending time with her family, watching baseball games, and cheering on the Houston Astros.

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