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Marisol Vargas is the Co-Executive Director of Operations at Alaska Literacy Program, with 16 years of experience supporting English language learners in overcoming barriers and achieving their goals. Originally from Mexico City, she earned a degree in business administration before immigrating to the United States in 1999. She attended Alaska Literacy Program to improve her English while raising four young children and became a U.S. citizen in 2009. In 2010, she began her career at Alaska Literacy Program as Director of Finance. In 2013, she joined the first Peer Leader Navigator cohort, helping connect her community to trusted health resources and advocating for adult learners. As a former student, Marisol deeply understands the needs of adult learners and is committed to advancing the organization's mission. In 2026, she became Co-Executive Director of Operations. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling with her husband, watching her four children play soccer, and caring for a new puppy.

Amy Facklam is the Alaska Literacy Programs Co-Executive Director-Programs, a role that leverages her academic excellence and lifelong commitment to education. She was raised in a family of educators, a foundation that instilled in her a deep dedication to teaching and community service, and holds a B.S. in Mathematics and Accounting, and a Master's in Business Administration. Amy joined ALP in 2017 as a volunteer instructor, and her impact was quickly recognized as she transitioned to staff in 2018. Through successive leadership roles, including Director of Adult Education, she spearheaded the expansion of ALP's adult education services before assuming her current role as co-leader of the organization alongside Marisol Vargas. A proud Alaska resident of more than 30 years, she and her husband are raising their son in the Greater Palmer area. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys camping, kayaking, and hiking.

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Website - https://www.alaskaliteracyprogram.org