About

Albert A. Bragg, Jr., Ph.D. became Executive Director of Alpha Homes Inc. in September of 2021. Dr. Bragg is a life-long resident of Akron, Ohio, and a graduate of John R. Buchtel High School. He received his Bachelor of Science and Master of Public Administration degrees, from the University of Akron, and his Ph.D., in Urban Studies/Public Affairs, from Cleveland State University. Dr. Bragg’s Doctoral studies focused on sustainability and public policy; he successfully demonstrated that housing organizations can reduce electricity costs through a combination of education and economic incentives. Dr. Bragg was a United States Army Transportation Officer and served the citizens of Akron as the Fire Prevention Bureau Manager. Currently, Dr. Bragg is a member of the Ohio Housing Council and the Summit County Public Defender Commission.