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

Introduction to 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: 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

Effective Communication, Time Management, & Considerations for Corrections Executives                                                                                                      

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

Key Issues - Round Table                                                                                                   

Brad Livingston, CLA Associate

3:00 PM

Break

3:10 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

5:00 - 6:00 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

Rethinking Corrections: Implementing a Coach (Referee) Model for Change 

Dr. Brian Lovins, President, Justice System Partners 

10:00 AM

Conference Overview & Introductions                                                    

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

10:10 AM

Critical Incident Debrief                                                                        

Todd Ishee, Secretary, North Carolina Department of Adult Correction

11:00 AM

Break

11:10 AM

Population Management Strategies and the Florida Foundation for Correctional Excellence (FFCE)                                                                                                     

Erica Averion, Executive Director, FFCE

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 & 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

Bradley Curry, Chief of Staff, Cook County Illinois Sheriff's Office 

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

3:35 PM

Executive Session – Closed

5:00 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                                                                      

 Liliana Coronado, Vice President, Brimley Group

9:35 AM

Community Corrections Innovations                                                                               

Marcus Hodges, Associate Director, CSOSA

10:35 AM

Break

10:50 AM

Correctional News & CLA Partnership

Torrey Sims, President, WMH Media                                                                                           

11:00 PM

Leveraging Your Leadership Team: Strategies for Success in Any Organization                                                                                          

Wayne Salisbury, Director, Rhode Island Department of Corrections

12:00 PM

Lunch

1:00 PM

Bringing Your Best in Depositions - Closed                                           

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

2:00 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