Alexis Rodriguez, MBA

Alexis Rodriguez, MBA is a Senior Tax Auditor at the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration, where she brings over 15 years of expertise in government tax auditing and regulatory compliance. Specializing in excise tax compliance, organizational leadership, and business management, Alexis ensures that California’s excise tax regulations are enforced with precision, fairness, and integrity. Her work includes on-site inspections, education, and resolving reporting discrepancies, making her contributions essential to maintaining state revenue integrity and promoting equitable business practices. A committed leader and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion, Alexis has played a key role in her organization’s initiatives, including organizing events highlighting Black women in leadership. She is passionate about empowering others, particularly women in government leadership, and mentors colleagues to develop their skills and pursue advancement opportunities. Her research as a DBA candidate focuses on the lived experiences of Black women in executive leadership, reflecting her dedication to representation and professional development in historically underrepresented fields. Alexis’s professional journey began in real estate and banking before transitioning into tax auditing, where her analytical skills and business acumen flourished. She holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Phoenix and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from ITT Technical Institute-Lathrop. Fluent in English, she balances her career with community involvement through various nonprofit organizations, demonstrating her commitment to service both inside and outside the workplace.