Kelly Grant
Partner & COO
Kelly is a founding partner of ALX Community. She has been honored as 2021’s Business Philanthropist of the Year, named one of Alexandria’s Most Inspirational Women and honored as a Rising Star in our community. Her favorite kind of dog is Piper. When she was little she wanted to be a marching bagpipe-ess.
Brandon DeChirico
Community Director
Brandon is an Eastern PA native who moved down to NOVA last year! Activities he loves are photography, traveling, and cooking. His proudest moment to date is being involved in theatre from the fourth grade until senior year of high school! His favorite kind of dogs are doodles, like his doodle Squid! When he was little he wanted to be a secret agent.
Christopher Djordje
Meeting & Event Sales Director
Christopher is a recent DMV resident from Atlanta, GA. He’s a lover of fashion, travel, food and senior citizens! He enjoys volunteering at retirement communities to hear life-long wisdom, being creative, and helping people live the life they want. When he was a kid, he discovered the magic of Ralph Lauren and instantly wanted to become a fashion designer.
Ashton Fortune
Brand & Marketing Manager
Ashton grew up in Texas and Virginia, and was an essential piece of building the original ALX Community brand in our Founder’s Hall location. She now works for our team remotely out of New York City, where she also persues acting. Her favorite kind of dog is the Boxer. When she was little she wanted to be a Pop Star.
Luke Powell
Community Manager
Luke was the president of his University’s acapella group, captain of his high school swim team, and he is an avid hiker. His favorite kind of dog is a Labrador Retriever. When he was little, he wanted to be a Jedi.
Kylie Zahringer
Senior Community Specialist
Born and raised in NY, Kylie has planted new roots in the Alexandria community. She loves flowers, plants, and all things nature. Her favorite dog is a Ruby Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. When she was little, she wanted to star in the movie Air Bud.
Amari
Community Specialist
Amari grew up in Springfield, VA. Growing up, she loved volunteering with Special Education Programs and the Special Olympics. Her favorite kind of dog is an American Pitbull Terrior, and she has one named Izzie. When she was younger she wanted to be a Special Education Teacher.
Emily Payabyab
Community Assistant & Event Captain
Emily is a NOVA native and has been coming to Old Town ever since she could walk. She enjoyed living in Richmond for four years where she graduated from VCU. She loves every type of pastry, especially croissants. Her favorite kind of dogs are dalmations. When she was little she wanted to be a cheetah girl or a teacher.