Jack Harrison

Interim President, 2026

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.

Jacklyn Wilson

Treasurer, 2025-2026

Jacklyn Wilson is the College Transition Coordinator at AIDB’s E.H. Gentry Facility, supporting students as they prepare for and transition to higher education. Her professional experience includes finance, budgeting, auditing, training, banking, and postsecondary education administration. She holds a B.A. in Business Administration from Talladega College and an M.A. in Rehabilitation Education from The University of Alabama and currently serves as AER Treasurer.

Sharon McLean

Secretary, 2025-2026

Sharon McLean is a Senior Vision Rehab Therapist with the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services and has served individuals with vision loss for 19 years. An active AER member, she is also President of Alabama Lions Sight for 2025-2026 and a longtime member of the Saraland Lions Club. Sharon leads a vision support group in Foley, Alabama, and is dedicated to improving access to eye care, community support, and vision services across the state.

William Adams

Board Member, 2024-2026

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

Board Member, 2025-2027

LaTonya Chatman is Supervisor of Student Services at AIDB’s E.H. Gentry Facility, where she oversees programs that support students in achieving educational, vocational, and personal goals. With more than 20 years of social work experience and over a decade at AIDB, she brings expertise in student advocacy, rehabilitation counseling, and vocational services. She holds degrees and certifications from Auburn University and is known for her compassionate, person-centered leadership.

Jason Martin

Board Member, 2025-2027

Jason Martin is a Technical Innovations Product Manager at the American Printing House for the Blind, where he works on products including the Monarch Tactile Display and Apollo video magnifier. He previously served with AIDB and the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services in assistive technology leadership roles. Jason holds degrees from Auburn University and UAB, is a Certified Teacher of the Visually Impaired, and is a nationally recognized speaker on assistive technology and STEM education.

Kellee Malinauskas

Board Member, 2026-2028

Kellee is a Certified Orientation and Mobility Specialist with the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services and a Certified Assistive Technology Instructional Specialist. Before entering the vision rehabilitation field, she spent 10 years as a middle school science teacher in Texas and also worked in physical therapy and athletic training. Kellee holds degrees from the University of North Texas and Stephen F. Austin University and is an active member of Alabama AER and the Saraland Lions Club.

Dontavious Little

Board Member, 2026-2028

Bio to come