Debra Wallace

Debra Wallace is the Chief Executive Officer of the Alabama Supercomputer Authority (ASA), a state-funded public corporation established in 1987. ASA operates a statewide supercomputing center in Huntsville, with its business office in Montgomery, supporting advanced computing and network services across Alabama. Debra was appointed CEO in January 2021, becoming the organization’s first female chief executive.
With more than 30 years of professional experience spanning accounting, technical administration, and education—including over two decades in state government—Debra brings a diverse and practical leadership perspective.
Under Debra’s leadership, ASA operates the Alabama Research and Education Network (AREN), providing high-speed internet access, broadband connectivity, and cybersecurity services to educational institutions and research organizations across the state, along with advanced high-performance computing capabilities.