Rae (Luciarae) Fripp

Background

Rae Fripp holds a Master’s in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Business Administration from American Military University and a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management with a specialization in Sport and Recreation Management from Lynn University. Her professional journey spans more than a decade across hospitality, operational readiness, logistics coordination, community engagement, and administrative leadership. These experiences have inspired her to pursue further education focused on organizational effectiveness, leadership, and management.

Currently, Fripp serves as the station commander—equivalent to an operations manager—of the Gastonia Army Recruiting Station. In this role, she leads mission and production success, coordinating with the local community to support Army branding and attract highly qualified candidates.

Research Interest

Fripp’s decision to pursue a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) is driven by her interest in operational efficiency, particularly in the areas of talent acquisition, branding, and organizational culture.