Professional Experience
Alaina currently serves as a Branch Financial Services Intern at Raymond James in Panama City, FL, where she is dedicated to providing meaningful assistance across various aspects of the business. Before joining Raymond James, she gained valuable experience teaching gymnastics and working in construction, honing her strong communication and organizational skills.
A distinguished graduate of the Class of 2022, Alaina earned her high school diploma with distinction honors. She is now pursuing a degree in Business Management at Gulf Coast State College. With unwavering integrity, a strong work ethic, and genuine compassion, Alaina exemplifies the qualities of an ideal intern and is eager to grow within the financial services industry. Inspired by her mother and sister, both of whom have established legacies in this field, Alaina aspires to follow in their footsteps while upholding their high standards of excellence.
Giving Back to the Community
Alaina is deeply committed to giving back to her community. She has actively volunteered for church programs, including food drives for those in need, while sharing her faith and spreading hope. A passionate advocate for animals, she has rescued and fostered countless pets, ensuring they find loving homes.
In the aftermath of Hurricane Michael, Alaina played a hands-on role in recovery efforts—clearing debris from roads, collecting trash, and reuniting families with lost pets and essential belongings. Her dedication to fostering a stronger, more compassionate community shines through in all she does.
More About Alaina
As a proud fifth-generation native of Panama City, FL, Alaina finds her joy in the great outdoors, spending time on the water with her friends and family. Her recent role as an aunt to her nephew, Elijah Edward Johnson, born on September 19, 2023, has further strengthened her appreciation for family and community.
At home, Alaina shares her life with her beloved pets—a cat named Beanie, a chinchilla named Gumbo, and a leopard gecko named Chief—each of whom reflects her love for animals.
Alaina works all throughout our business behind the scenes ensuring our team acquires the assistance they need. She works hard to obtain her associate's degree in business management from Gulf Coast State College and once graduated, will begin studies to become a Financial Advisor.