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

5:00 - 6:00 PM

New Directors Training Welcome Reception 

Monday, December 9, 2024

8:00 AM

Breakfast

9:00 AM

Welcome & Introductions - DOC Staff & CLA Associates only

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 - DOC Staff & CLA Associates only

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

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

9:30 AM

You're a Director, Now What? - DOC Staff & CLA Associates only

Matt Cate, CLA Associate 

10:15 AM

How to Choose and Use a Mentor: Resources and Guidance for Mentorship Success - DOC Staff & CLA Associates only

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 - DOC Staff & CLA Associates only

Ricky Dixon, Secretary, Florida Department of Corrections

12:00 PM

Lunch

1:00 PM

Engaging Stakeholders: Building Strong Relationships for Lasting Impact - DOC Staff & CLA Associates only

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

2:15 PM

Key Issues - Round Table - DOC Staff & CLA Associates only

Brad Livingston, CLA Associate

3:00 PM

Break

3:10 PM

Executive Session – 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

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

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

9:10 AM

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

Dr. Brian Lovins, Justice System 

10:00 AM

Critical Incident Debrief 

Todd Ishee, Secretary, North Carolina Department of Adult Correction

10:50 AM

Break

11:00 AM

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

Erica Averion, Executive Director, FFCE

11:50 AM

NIC Update

Stefan LoBuglio, Director, National Institute of Corrections 

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 

Brad Curry, Chief of Staff, Cook County Sheriff’s Office 

2:40 PM

Break

2:50 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

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 

10:35 AM 

Break

10:50 AM

Correctional News Update 

Torrey Sims, President and CEO

11:00 AM

Leveraging Your Leadership Team: Strategies for Success in Any Organization

Wayne Salisbury, Director, Rhode Island Department of Corrections 

Steven Harpe, Director, Oklahoma Department of Corrections

Ricky Dixon, Secretary, Florida Department of Corrections

Chadwick Dotson, Director, Virginia Department of Corrections

Helen Hanks, Commissioner, New Hampshire Department of Corrections

12:00 PM

Lunch

1:00 PM 

Staffing Issues

Michael Thompson, Consultant, Mike Thompson Consulting

1:45 PM

Break

1:50 PM

Bringing Your Best in Depositions - Directors Only

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

4:20 PM

Farewell Reception - Open to All Attendees 

5:20 PM

Board Shuttles - Directors and Associates Only 

5:30 PM

Francke and Clements Awards Dinner – Directors, Associates, and their significant other only

 Thursday, December 12, 2024

Travel Day