Spotlight on Dr. Ainsley A.Reynolds and the gift of life

Guided by unwavering determination, natural curiosity, and an enduring desire for progress, Ainsley A. Reynolds began envisioning his life while growing up in the Bronx, New York.

- KAYLYN KENDALL DINES, MBA

Dr. Ainsley A. Reynolds, CPA, is the General Treasurer of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. (Photo courtesy of Dr. Ainsley A. Reynolds)

You could call Reynolds a high achiever. This certified public accountant became Dr. Ainsley A. Reynolds after earning his Doctorate in Business Administration degree from Rutgers University in 2022.

Reynolds is part of the Board of Directors as the newly elected General Treasurer of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. His fouryear term began this year under the leadership of General President Lucien J. Metellus, Jr.

According to Reynolds, "In my role, I am responsible for safeguarding the investments and the assets of the fraternity. I'm the primary investor of our assets, both long-and-short term." In addition to making sure the resources are properly utilized, Reynolds helps to protect the organization from fraud. "I'm a CPA by profession. It's second nature to utilize my skills for my beloved fraternity."

In Spring 2000, Reynolds was initiated into the Eta Theta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Now, as a resident of New Jersey, he is a member of the Theta Psi Lambda Chapter. Reynolds is one of the founders of the fraternity's Sigma Chi Lambda chapter in Jersey City, New Jersey.