Personal
- Born 1978 in Sanford, Florida
- First-generation law enforcement officer
- Married with two children
Education
- Associates of Science in Criminal Justice with honors, Daytona State College (2017)
- Associates of Arts in General Studies with honors (Sigma Beta Delta), Daytona State College (2020)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supervision and Management with honors (Sigma Beta Delta), Daytona State College (2020)
Employment
- Florida Department of Corrections, Tomoka Correctional Institution Corrections Officer (2000 – 2004)
- Volusia Sheriff’s Office (2004 – Present); worked in Patrol, Civil, Courts, Street Crimes/Gang Unit, Investigative Services (Detective), Patrol Sergeant, Detective Sergeant, Watch Commander, and Internal Affairs Commander. Rose to the rank of Captain and has received numerous official commendations, and meritorious citations to include a Medal of Merit.
Professional Training
- Graduate of the Daytona State College Law Enforcement Academy, Daytona Beach, FL (1999)
- Florida Sheriff’s Association Leadership Summit, Lehigh Acres, FL (2017)
- Graduate of the Southern Police Institute’s 89th Command Officer Development Course, Clermont, FL (2022)
- Graduate of the Police Executive Research Forum’s 82nd Senior Management Institute for Police, Boston, MA (2022)
Professional Involvement
- Former Board of Directors, Beacon Center (Domestic Abuse Council, Inc.)
- Member of the Police Executive Research Forum
- Member of the Sigma Beta Delta Honor Society