KB Massingill, Ph.D, CEO
Dr. KB Massingill is the founder, President and Chief Executive Officer for Axon Education, LLC. His expertise lies in the areas of online learning, faculty development, instructional technology and business administration. His research includes the monograph “A Comparison of Communication Motives of On-Site and Off-Site Students in Videoconference-Based Courses”, software entitled Learning Teams Untangled. He has presented at EDUCAUSE, the Campus EAI Consortium, eLearning iSeminar Series, The Texas Faculty Development Network Conference, The Texas Computer Education Association Annual Conference, and Tel Ed, the Third International Symposium on Telecommunications in Education. He has been quoted by the Wall Street Journal Online Edition in matters of Educational Technology. Massingill is an Emergency Medical Technician, and holds a Master’s degree in Computer Education and Cognitive Systems, and a Ph.D. in Information Sciences from the University of North Texas School of Library and Information Sciences. Massingill served for 18 years as the co-director of Zambia Medical Mission in Africa.
Juddson Smith, Executive Vice President
Juddson Smith is the Executive Vice President, and Program Director of Axon Education, LLC. Smith has substantial experience and expertise in emergency medical services (EMS) and education. He is a Licensed Paramedic and a holds a Master’s in Business Administration from West Texas A & M University. Smith’s experience includes several years in EMS, EMS administration, and EMS education. Smith was instrumental in the formation of the Axon Education Consortium and his career highlights include a transformative 4-year tenure rebuilding a rural EMS Service, significantly enhancing healthcare access for rural communities. His passion lies in innovating distance education methods for healthcare professionals, ensuring high-quality training is accessible across diverse settings. Outside of work, Juddson finds fulfillment in family life with his wife Allison and their three children, Josiah, Ellie, and Jax. He channels his free time into coaching youth baseball, blending his leadership skills with a love for community and sports.
Brandon Lemley, MBA, Chief Operations Officer
Brandon Lemley serves as the Chief Operations Officer at Axon Education. He brings over 14 years of experience in the field of higher education and has an extensive experience in graduate, adult, vocational, and online education, and working with multi-campus environments. Prior to joining Axon, Lemley worked with and consulted for a range of prestigious colleges and universities across the country and for prominent higher education consulting firms. In his most recent role, he served as the Director of Admissions and Marketing at Abilene Christian University. In that capacity, he played a crucial role in the development and expansion of graduate and online programs. This included serving as part of a team which launched a branch campus in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, which now enrolls more than 2,300 students. Lemley was also deeply involved in the strategic planning, launching, expansion, and accreditation of several academic programs. Lemley has also served as adjunct faculty for Business and Organizational Development courses, and in leadership roles for several prominent higher education organizations. Beyond higher education, Lemley also has extensive experience working in industry. Outside of work, Lemley is an avid traveler, taco enthusiast, and has a deep for fishing and all things outdoors.
Leah Leas, M.Ed., Director of Administrative Services
Leah Leas is the Director of Administrative Services and Assistant to the President. Leah earned her Masters of Education degree from Liberty University, which equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage the complexities of student finances, registration services, administrative planning, etc. She is a member of the President’s Cabinet. She previously served as the Director of Student Support, where she led initiatives that significantly improved student retention and success. Her expertise in student affairs and commitment to fostering a student-centered academic environment have been key to her professional achievements. Leah’s strategic focus on improving processes with well-documented procedure has streamlined administrative tasks and enhanced the student experience. She is deeply committed to supporting both the academic and personal growth of students and grateful to be a part of the Axon Education team.
Brittany Bangert, BA, Director of Student Support
Brittany Bangert is the Director of Student Support. She has been working with Axon since January of 2021. Her current position focuses on improving the student experience and working with her team to ensure that students are receiving the best communication and advice that they can in order to be successful in their respective programs. Brittany obtained her EMT certification in April 2021 and is currently completing a Paramedic program with Axon Education, LLC. She is employed part-time at three ambulance services – MetroCare, South Taylor County EMS, and Lifeguard. Her time at these agencies allows her to stay active in the field and continue to develop her love for patient care. She is certified in ACLS and PALS and has her Level 1 EMS Instructor certification, as well as an AHA BLS instructor certification. Brittany attended University of California, Davis and holds a bachelor’s degree in Sociology of Law, as well as an associate’s degree is Administration of Justice. Brittany holds previous work experience relating to permanency case management for child protective services and has a drive to volunteer for child-centered organizations, such as Royal Family Kids Camp (RFKC) and as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA). Outside of work, Brittany spends time with her friends and family, many of whom have experience and/or are currently employed within the first responder field. She plays in an adult softball league with her team, the “Flatliners.” Brittany loves to travel and has a bucket list goal to hike all of the National parks in the United States, as well as to cage dive with Great Whites in Australia. 
