Event Overview

The Association for the Chronically Mentally Ill (ACMI) is proud to honor an outstanding behavioral health leader at our annual year-end celebration. This recognition is reserved for individuals who have demonstrated exceptional innovation, leadership, and dedication in serving those with the most serious mental illnesses. Their work reflects a deep commitment to improving lives, advancing care, and creating lasting change for one of our community’s most vulnerable populations.

Alisa Randall has dedicated more than two decades to improving Arizona’s behavioral health system and advocating for individuals living with serious mental illness (SMI). She currently serves as Arizona’s Mental Health Commissioner and Chief Program Officer at AHCCCS, where she plays a vital role in strengthening crisis services, expanding access to treatment, and supporting vulnerable populations.

Alisa holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Educational Psychology, both from Northern Arizona University. Known for her compassion, leadership, and unwavering commitment to individuals and families, Alisa has been a trusted advocate and valued collaborator to ACMI for more than a decade.

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