Antionette Montgomery is the Deputy Director. She has been with AVANCE-Houston in various roles since July, 2000, and assumed her current role in November 2021.

Antionette has worked in the field of social services and education for over 25 years, and she is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW). Antionette is dedicated to supporting marginalized populations with a focus on children and families. Throughout most of her career, she has been responsible for the management and oversight of educational support programs.

Antionette holds a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Louisiana Tech University, a master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Houston, and a Doctorate of Education (Ed.D.) from Nova Southeastern University.

Antionette is originally from Little Rock Arkansas. In her spare time, she volunteers with students participating in college readiness and STEM programs. She serves as a mentor and organizes educational presentations for first generation students transitioning from high school to college.