Headshot photo of Alicia Phillips, Volunteer Financial Mentor @ 3rd Decade

Volunteer Financial Mentor

Alicia Phillips

Passionate About...
Budgeting Formerly Incarcerated Foster Care

Alicia Phillips is a seasoned transformation executive with over 15 years of experience driving strategic change across multiple industries. With a proven track record of aligning business priorities with execution discipline, she has led complex enterprise initiatives—from regulatory compliance programs and digital platform transformations to human capital strategies and operating model design.

By applying the same principles of intentionality, clarity, and disciplined execution that she brings to her professional work, Alicia reached financial independence in her mid-thirties. She believes deeply in the power of financial literacy and purpose-driven decision-making to unlock opportunity and long-term stability—particularly within underrepresented communities.

Passionate about mentorship and service, Alicia is excited to support 3rd Decade’s mission by empowering others to build confidence, independence, and generational wealth through financial education and one-on-one coaching.

Get to Know Alicia

What is a social cause you feel passionately about, and why is it meaningful to you? One social cause I feel passionately about is financial empowerment. I believe that having a strong foundation in financial literacy is a critical tool for independence, confidence, and long-term success. It’s meaningful to me because I’ve seen firsthand how having clarity around money can open doors, reduce stress, and create real freedom to take risks, whether that’s starting a business, changing careers, or simply living life on your own terms. I want others to experience that same sense of control and possibility.
What is a book or film that changed your life? Dave Ramsey's "The Total Money Makeover"
What is a quote you like to live by? Faith and fear both demand you believe in something you cannot see. You choose.