2024 CLA New Directors Training
Amelia Island, FL
December 8-9
The New Directors Training is tailored for those serving as DOC directors, commissioners, or secretaries for under a year or who have not yet taken part in a previous New Directors Training. However, all DOC directors are invited to join, regardless of their time in the role. CLA Associates, former DOC directors, are welcome to attend, but corporate partners are excluded from the meetings. Gold partners may participate in social events such as meals and receptions, though access to the sessions is restricted. 

Sunday, December 8, 2024

Travel Day for New Directors Training

4:00 - 6:00 PM

Registration & Badge Pick Up

6:00 - 7:00 PM

New Directors Training Welcome Reception

Monday, December 9, 2024

8:00 AM

Breakfast

9:00 AM

Welcome & Introductions                                                                               

 Rob Jeffreys, Director, Nebraska Department of Correctional Services & CLA President 

Josh Tewalt, Director, Idaho Department of Correction & CLA Vice President/Program and Training Chair

9:15 AM

The Future of CLA                                                                                   

 Kevin Kempf, Executive Director, Correctional Leaders Association

9:30 AM

You're a Director, Now What?                                                                       

 Matt Cate, CLA Associate 

10:15 AM

How to Choose and Use a Mentor: You're Not Alone - Resources and Guidance for Mentorship Success                                                                

Bryan Collier, Executive Director, Texas Department of Criminal Justice & CLA Southern Region Representative 

11:00 AM

Break

11:10 AM

Leading from the Front: Effective Communication Strategies for Staff Leadership                                                                                                    

Ricky Dixon, Secretary, Florida Department of Corrections

12:00 PM

Lunch

1:00 PM

Engaging Stakeholders: Building Strong Relationships for Lasting Impact                                                                                                             

Josh Tewalt, Director, Idaho Department of Correction & CLA Vice President/Program and Training Chair        

2:15 PM

Trending Topics and Key Concerns in the Modern Corrections Landscape                                                                                                         

Brad Livingston, CLA Associate

3:00 PM

Break

3:00 PM

Executive Session – New Directors Only

4:00 PM

End

 

2024 CLA All Directors Symposium
Amelia Island, FL
December 9-12
The All Directors Symposium brings together DOC Directors, Secretaries, and Commissioners from all across the country for one of our most anticipated events. Our Program and Training Committee meticulously plan sessions that focus on critical national topics. A highlight of the event is the awards ceremony, where we honor two distinguished directors with the Clements Award and the Francke Award. Associates and Gold Partners are welcome to participate in all open sessions and meals, alongside DOC Directors.

Monday, December 9, 2024

Travel Day for All Directors Symposium

4:30 - 6:00 PM

Registration & Badge Pick up

6:00 - 7:00 PM

All Directors Symposium Welcome Reception

Tuesday, December 10, 2024

7:15 AM

Wellness Beach Walk (Optional)

8:00 AM

Breakfast

9:00 AM

Welcome & Posting of the Colors                                                        

Rob Jeffreys, Director, Nebraska Department of Correctional Services & CLA President 

Ricky Dixon, Secretary, Florida Department of Corrections

9:10 AM

Opening Speaker

TBD

10:00 AM

Conference Overview & Introductions                                                    

Josh Tewalt, Director, Idaho Department of Correction & CLA Vice President/Program and Training Chair

10:10 AM

Critical Incident Debrief                                                                      

 Todd Ishee, Secretary, North Carolina Department of Adult Correction

11:00 AM

Break

11:10 AM

Foundation For Correctional Excellence                                                                                                  

Speakers TBD

11:50 AM

Correctional News Update 
Torrey Sims, President and CEO

12:00 PM

Lunch

1:00 PM

Like it or Not, You are a Lobbyist! Your Role in Shaping Policy and Improving Public Safety Outcomes                                                    

 Josh Tewalt, Director, Idaho Department of Correction & CLA Vice President/Program and Training Chair

1:50 PM 

Leveraging Technology and Data: Panel on Advancing Corrections   

 Heidi Washington, Director, Michigan Department of Corrections & CLA Midwest Region Representative

Nick Deml, Commissioner, Vermont Department of Corrections

TBD

2:40 PM

Break

2:50 PM

Game Planning a Governor Change                                                        

 Josh Tewalt, Director, Idaho Department of Correction & CLA Vice President/Program and Training Chair

Heidi Washington, Director, Michigan Department of Corrections & CLA Midwest Region Representative

3:30 PM

Executive Session – Closed

4:00 PM

Reception – Open to All Attendees

Wednesday, December 11, 2024

8:00 AM

Breakfast

9:00 AM

Welcome & Recap                                                                                  

 Kevin Kempf, Executive Director, Correctional Leaders Association

Josh Tewalt, Director, Idaho Department of Correction & CLA Vice President/Training Chair

9:05 AM

Your Voice on the Hill 2025                                                                     

 Liliana Coronado, Vice President, Brimley Group

9:35 AM

Probation & Parole                                                                                  

 TBD

10:35 AM

Break

10:45 AM

Maxwell 360                                                                                              

 Rob Jeffreys, Director, Nebraska Department of Correctional Services & CLA President 

Maxwell Representatives TBD

12:00 PM

Lunch

1:00 PM

Leveraging Your Leadership Team: Strategies for Success in Any Organization                                                                                          

Daniel Martuscello, Commissioner, New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision

TBD

1:45 PM

Break

1:55 PM

Bringing Your Best in Depositions - Closed                                          

 Bill Lunsford, Legal Counsel for Association Governance, Correctional Leaders Association

2:55 PM

Transition Planning, Life After Being a Director – Closed                  

Kevin Kempf, Executive Director, Correctional Leaders Association

5:00 PM

 

Farewell Reception - Open to All Attendees 

6:00 PM

Francke and Clements Awards Dinner- Directors and Associates Only

 Thursday, December 12, 2024

Travel Day