STOP THE STIGMA
2026 SPEAKERS
SCRIPT
Summit on Community Resilience, Intervention, Prevention, and Training
Tiffany Ayers
Captain Tiffany Ayers is a Los Angeles native and an 18-year veteran of the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), with extensive leadership experience across patrol, traffic, transit, internal affairs, and command operations.
Captain Ayers was promoted to Sergeant in 2015 and Lieutenant in 2021, serving in increasingly responsible supervisory and management assignments, including Watch Commander at Harbor Area and Adjutant to the Deputy Chief of Operations-Valley Bureau. Promoted to Captain in 2024, she served as Patrol Commanding Officer at Harbor Area. In 2026, she was named Commanding Officer of South Traffic Division and subsequently appointed Area Commanding Officer of Harbor Area.
In addition to her LAPD service, Captain Ayers serves as a Major in the California Air National Guard as an Equal Opportunity Director.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Kinesiology and Physical Education and a Master of Arts degree in Education. Prior to her law enforcement career, she worked as a certified athletic trainer at the high school, collegiate, and professional sports levels.
Captain Ayers is a graduate of the LAPD Leadership Program, California POST Management Course, and DC Police Leadership Academy. She holds Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, Supervisory, and Management POST certificates and serves on the LAPD Peer Support Cadre.
Committed to leadership, mentorship, employee development, and community service, Captain Ayers serves as First Vice President of the Oscar Joel Bryant Foundation and is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
Brad Berg
Dr. Bradley Berg, PhD is a nationally recognized behavioral health and addiction recovery expert, author, speaker, and faith-based advocate for transformative, person-centered care. As a leading voice in the advancement of the Integrative Therapeutic Community model, Dr. Berg has dedicated his career to helping individuals, families, organizations, and communities find healing, purpose, and lasting recovery through approaches that integrate clinical excellence, personal responsibility, community support, and spiritual growth.
Drawing on decades of experience in behavioral health, addiction recovery, leadership, and human development, Dr. Berg has authored numerous books and educational resources that challenge conventional thinking and inspire innovative solutions to some of society’s most pressing mental health and addiction challenges. His work emphasizes evidence-informed practices while recognizing the essential role that faith, meaning, values, and human connection play in the recovery process.
Known for his compassionate and engaging communication style, Dr. Berg is a sought-after guest on podcasts, television programs, conferences, and leadership forums. He speaks with authority on addiction recovery, mental health, healthcare reform, resilience, faith-based recovery, leadership, and personal transformation. His unique perspective bridges scientific research, clinical understanding, recovery principles, and spiritual wisdom, offering audiences practical insights that inspire hope and action.
Dr. Berg is particularly passionate about advocating for recovery models that treat the whole person—mind, body, spirit, relationships, and community—rather than focusing solely on symptoms. He believes that true healing occurs when individuals are empowered to reclaim their dignity, rediscover purpose, strengthen their faith, and build meaningful connections that support lifelong wellbeing.
Whether discussing the future of behavioral healthcare, faith and recovery, the power of therapeutic communities, or strategies for creating systems that prioritize people over profits, Dr. Berg brings thought-provoking perspectives and real-world solutions that resonate with audiences across diverse backgrounds and beliefs.
His mission is to advance recovery, restore hope, strengthen communities, and help create systems of care that honor both scientific understanding and the transformative power of faith, purpose, and human dignity.
Marcos Briano
Marcos Briano “DrB” (he/him/el), Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of the University of Southern California’s (“USC”) Physical Education & Mind Body Health & USC’s Marriage and Family Therapy program, and early career representative of the LACPA Ethics Committee. His research interests include the application of professional ethics, pedagogy, social justice, suicide intervention training, and advocacy of the intersectionality of BIPOC communities, specifically LGBTQ+ & Latinx/é.
Sonya Carey
Sonya Carey, M.S., is an Administrative Services Director, doctoral candidate in Human Services with a specialization in Leadership and Organizational Management at Capella University, and advocate for foster youth and justice-involved students. She earned a Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management from the University of Southern California and holds bachelor's and associate degrees in hospitality and baking and pastry from The Art Institute of California–Inland Empire.
Drawing on experience in higher education, school nutrition services, workforce development, and e-learning, Sonya has collaborated with organizations including Los Angeles Unified School District, Chicago Public Schools, and community-based initiatives serving underserved populations.
Her master's research explored mentorship, workforce development, and life-skills development for transition-age foster youth, inspiring her cookbook, Make It or Bake It: Recipes for Transitioning Foster Youth. Her doctoral research examines persistence, academic achievement, and reintegration outcomes among justice-involved students, with a focus on educational access, belonging, autonomy, and relationship-centered support.
Catherine (Cat) Mae Clark-Perkins
Catherine Mae Clark-Perkins is an international speaker, ordained minister, Survivor Program Manager, Certified Peer Support Specialist, advocate, educator, published author, and founder of Catron Academy Learning Institute (CALI). As a survivor of domestic violence, sexual assault, gun violence, and lived experience with suicidal ideation, she has dedicated her life to transforming pain into purpose through trauma-informed care, peer support, and survivor leadership.
Catherine is the author of Living in the Supernatural: The Ms. Cat Story, a memoir chronicling her journey of faith, resilience, and healing through profound trauma. Her story illustrates how lived experience, hope, and perseverance can become powerful catalysts for restoration, resilience, and lasting transformation.
In her role as Survivor Program Manager at Healing Dialogue and Action (HDA), Catherine equips survivors, professionals, faith communities, and justice-system partners with practical, trauma-informed strategies that foster safety, resilience, healing, and empowerment. Through survivor-centered programming and peer support, she helps individuals reclaim their voices, rebuild hope, and discover purpose beyond their pain.
Catherine's mission is simple yet profound: to ensure that every survivor knows healing is possible, every voice matters, and every story has the power to change lives.
"I don't just speak about healing—I have lived it. I teach it, I model it, and I walk alongside others as they transform their pain into purpose."
Kwame Cooper
Born and raised in New York City, CDIO Cooper served 38 years as a member of the Los Angeles City Fire Department, joining the LAFD in 1980. Most recently from 2016-2019, he served as Assistant Chief of their Operations Central Bureau. Previously, he served as LAFD’s Assistant Fire Marshal of their Fire Prevention and Public Safety Bureau (2014-2016), Assistant Chief of their Training and Support Bureau (2014), Assistant Chief Employee Relations Officer (2014), and Assistant Chief of their Emergency Services Bureau (2011-2014). Since 2019, he has served as a consultant on the creation of the International Association of Fire Chiefs, Fire Chiefs Equity and Inclusion Council. The Council uses qualitative and quantitative research of demographic data to identify and eradicate sources of discrimination, harassment and hiring biases for African American, Hispanic, Women, and LGBTQ+ individuals in the Fire and Emergency Medical Services.
He has served as an adjunct instructor at the Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute since 1993 where he has trained thousands of firefighters from around the nation in leadership, diversity management and inclusion, executive coaching, public education, and risk management. Since 1998, he has also served as an adjunct instructor at the National Fire Academy, teaching subjects to firefighters from around the country including leadership, diversity, public education, and cultural competency in the fire service.
CDIO Cooper holds a Doctorate Degree in Leadership & Organization Development – with an emphasis on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – from Grand Canyon University where his dissertation focused on issues of firehouse climate and diversity. He also holds a master’s degree in Organizational Leadership from Woodbury University, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Studies from Long Beach State University. He is a graduate of the Harvard University Executive Leadership Education Program, the Executive Fire Officer Program from the National Fire Academy, the Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute, and the Los Angeles Police Department West Point Leadership Academy.
He serves on the Board of Directors for the National Fire Protection Association and previously served on the Board of Directors of the National Fire Academy. He is a member of the Stentorians – the Association of African Americans in the Fire Service – and is also a member of the Caribbean Association of Fire Chiefs, where he serves as part of a team that develops, implements, and instructs an annual Junior and Senior Officer Leadership Academy in the Caribbean and the British Virgin Islands.
Mark Crawford
Mark Crawford is a nationally recognized advocate for male survivors of sexual abuse and a survivor of childhood clergy abuse. For more than 30 years, Mark has dedicated himself to supporting survivors, raising awareness, and advancing meaningful legislative and institutional change.
Mark has served in leadership roles with MaleSurvivor.org and, since 2004, has served as New Jersey State Director for SNAP (Survivors Network of Those Abused by Priests). His advocacy has contributed to significant reforms in New Jersey, including the elimination of charitable immunity protections for institutions that failed to protect children and major reforms to the state’s statute of limitations for sexual abuse.
A longtime national voice for male survivors, Mark was featured in the documentary Boys and Men Healing, presented his advocacy work at FBI Headquarters at the invitation of Attorney General Eric Holder, and was among a select group of national experts invited to the White House Summit on Sexual Violence in America. He also appeared on Oprah Winfrey’s acclaimed program addressing the experiences of men abused as children.
Mark has received numerous honors for his advocacy, including the first President Ronald Reagan Award presented by the New Jersey Attorney General for service to crime victims. He has spoken at conferences, colleges, and universities throughout North America and continues to facilitate a monthly support group for survivors.
Mark lives in New Jersey, is the father of three adult children, and continues to advocate for survivors and has recently retired from a major U.S. airline.
Nikko Deloney
Nikko is a dedicated member of the P.C.I.T.I Leadership and Instructional Team. He has spent the past few years of his life assisting in restoring besieged communities locally and regionally. Currently, he manages the Pico Guidance Center in Mid-City Los Angeles and provides services ranging from youth development, intervention/prevention sessions, mentoring, community feed- the-needs, and a host of others. His mission truly defines the work of providing hope, restoring communities, and curbing violence through proactive solutions and self-determination as it relates to the field of Community Violence Intercession.
Alan Hamilton
Deputy Chief Alan Hamilton was born in Los Angeles, California. He has attended several colleges and universities and has a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Management. He worked as an Officer in Patrol, Special Enforcement Group, CRASH, Vice, Prostitution Enforcement Detail, Field Training Officer and Burglary Auto Theft Division. As a Detective, he worked in Major Assault Crimes, CRASH, Homicide, Property Crimes Detail Coordinator and Auto Crimes Table Coordinator. As a Sergeant, he worked as a Patrol Supervisor, Assistant Watch Commander, Hollywood Vice Supervisor and Special Enforcement Unit (Gang) Supervisor. He later worked as a Lieutenant in Patrol, Gang Impact Team; Detective Commanding Officer and Burglary Task Force; and Assistant Commanding Officer of Scientific Investigation Division.
In 2014, Chief Hamilton was promoted to Captain and was assigned as the Commanding Officer to West Valley Patrol Division and later assigned to Topanga Patrol Division. In this assignment, he and his officers mentored 18 Police Cadets through a training and preparedness regimen to complete the 2016 Los Angeles Marathon. This effort resulted in 16 of the 18 cadets completing the LA Marathon alongside Chief Hamilton and the officers from Topanga Area and their families. Chief Hamilton then transferred to Recruitment and Employment Division. He was instrumental in raising the sworn deployment above 10,000 for the first time in the Los Angeles Police Department’s (LAPD) History. He was then assigned to Force Investigation Division, where he was later promoted to Commander.
After his assignment to Force Investigation Group as a Commander, he was transferred to serve as the Assistant Commanding Officer of Operations-Valley Bureau in 2018. He promoted to Deputy Chief on July 4, 2021, and he is now assigned as the Commanding Officer of the Bureau.
Chief Hamilton has been a State of California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Instructor Development Institute instructor for many years, and was awarded the California POST Excellence in Instruction Award in 2003. He provided instruction for California POST and LAPD in the areas of: Interview and Interrogation; Technology in Law Enforcement; and Gang Awareness. He has also been a long-time member of the LAPD Mentor Program which provides career guidance and assistance to other sworn and civilian members of the Department. In 2019, he was named the Los Angeles Woman Police Officers and Associates’ (LAWPOA) Mentor of the Year for his dedication and commitment to mentoring women on the Department. Chief Hamilton also oversaw the implementation of the Cyber Crime Consortium, a joint project between the LAPD, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, and the University of Southern California Viterbi Information Sciences Institute.
Chief Hamilton completed the State of California POST Robert Presley Institute of Criminal Investigation Certification in Homicide and Computer Crimes Investigations. He is a graduate of the Sherman Block Supervisory Leadership Institute, a graduate of the LAPD West Point Leadership Program, and he also completed the California POST Management Course.
Chief Hamilton is an active participant in many Department athletic events, which include the Baker to Vegas Challenge Cup Relay for over twenty years. In addition, he has competed in the Los Angeles Police Revolver and Athletic Club (LAPRAAC) Bench Press Contest and regularly plays in the LAPRAAC Intradepartmental Basketball League.
Nekisha Kee
Nekisha Michelle Kee, MSW, ACSW, is a psychotherapist, author, speaker, entrepreneur, and PsyD student in Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Becoming a mother at 14 years old shaped her passion for resilience, healing, and helping others transform adversity into possibility. Her personal journey of reinvention after trauma, combined with decades of leadership in mental health and social services administration, informs both her clinical work and public speaking.
Nekisha is the founder and CEO of NMK Global Enterprise LLC and Melanin BLISS Abroad, a travel company dedicated to cultural connection, healing retreats, and transformative experiences. A bestselling author of The Ready Woman, Diary of a Ready Woman I, and Diary of a Ready Woman II, where she uses narrative storytelling to give voice to women's experiences of love, loss, healing, and personal transformation. She is the creator of the Bounce Back Behavior and Climb to BLISS frameworks.
Her work and insights have been featured by KTLA 5 News Los Angeles, The Tamron Hall Show, HGTV, Ebony, and SUCCESS Magazine. Nekisha is especially passionate about helping Black plus-size women heal relationship trauma, reclaim their dating dignity, and create lives rooted in Beauty, Love, Intuition, Sensuality, and Significance.
Nicole Kluemper
Nicole Kluemper is a child psychologist and Navy veteran who lives in San Diego, California.
She works at a community clinic near the University of San Diego, where she earned her
undergraduate degree. Nicole earned her graduate degree from Alliant International University,
San Diego.
Jason LeDuc
Jason LeDuc is a retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, leadership strategist, and founder of LeDuc Leadership & Media Group. With twenty years of military leadership experience, Jason now trains managers and executives in nonprofit, government, healthcare, and community organizations to build high-performance cultures that sustain people through difficult work. He is the host of The Leader's Mindset podcast and mentor with StartupNV.
Michael Levittan
Dr. Michael (Levittan) is recognized expert on domestic violence, child abuse, anger management, and PTSD. He is a licensed psychotherapist and the director of the batterers’ treatment program, T.E.A.M. Dr. Levittan serves as an expert witness for the courts and has been providing seminars for UCLA Extension, National Alliance Mental Illness, International Conference Violence, Abuse, Trauma, L.A. Superior Court, Inter-Agency Council on Child Abuse Neglect, California Association Marriage Family Therapists, U.S. Marines, Women’s Shelters. His media appearances include Tyra Banks, Inside Edition, ABC News,
Starting Over, Bad Girls Club, Montel Williams, Robert Irvine Show, Politico.com, Hollywood 411, and the documentary “Golden Opportunity of Child Development.” Dr. Michael’s publications include “The History of Infanticide” in Violence in Society, a chapter on Suicide and Domestic Violence in the IVAT
volume; and a chapter on “Male Conditioning” in the book “His History, Her Story.” He launched the Global Peace Committee for National Partnership to End Interpersonal Violence. Podcasts include “Fathers Raising Daughters,” “Me Too” Movement, “Gender Expectations in the 21 st Century.” Dr. Michael chairs a Gun Violence Prevention committee. His passion is evident in writings, presentations,
and media appearances.
James “Blue” Marks
James Marks is a proud Father of four who began his career as many others by having to work his way up from the bottom. He watched his single-mother and became inspired by her strength to work two jobs to support the family. This impression left James with “no excuses” to achieve great things. He became highly recognized by building a reputation, becoming a man of strong influence within his community, including surrounding cities within Los Angeles County, and abroad. James is a community developer who has dedicated his life to seeing the revitalization and self-empowerment of communities and believes that networking is the key to building a strong community foundation. Mr. Marks was approached by a young man from his community named Calvin Broadus, aka “Snoop Dogg” and he then became a theme name, character, and real-life person whom, Snoop Dogg rapped about in his lyrics, referenced as “Blue” on his multi-platinum albums and billboard chart topping hit singles. He began to realize while working with Snoop Dogg and while coaching football at Long Beach Polytechnic High School the power of influence and how sports and entertainment celebrities impact the lives of others. James began to understand how his personal relationships with entertainers and athletes could be utilized to facilitate his true passion in helping others by uplifting and restoring communities. Mr. Marks organized and participated in various community events such as Life Skills/Football Camps, Speaking Engagements and Presentations, Walk to Fight Obesity, Cancer awareness at Boys and Girls Clubs, and Schools. Defying insurmountable odds, the relationships Mr. Marks has fostered with educators, scholars, business professionals, athletes, government officials and entertainers, which he calls the “Dreamakers dreamteam”, has allowed him to complete a number of achievements. Some of these achievements include becoming a certified first responder with the City of Los Angeles Fire Department, worked with today’s top professional sports agents as a mentor to their athletes, being the director of operations and a board member for Camp Go Hard Los Angeles, and a receiving a certification from the Professional Community Intervention Training Institute City of Los Angeles. By being a mentee under Aquil Basheer, the founder of the Professional Community Intervention Training Institute, James grew his passion and skills for helping others while identifying just how he could do that. With Aquil’s support Mr. Marks started Konnectink. which is both brand development and professional advisory services that helps individuals maximize and capitalize on their talent through philanthropy and strategic partnerships. In addition to his company of Konnectink, James is also an advocate for educating others about what trauma is and increasing awareness about how trauma occurs in underserved communities. James is truly a fighter and a voice for those who cannot be heard. You can also read his story in the book Barbra and My Boys: Life Stories of Change, Community and Purpose.
Mike Miller
Mike is an independently licensed professional clinical counselor in Ohio, where he works with adult clients at Meeting Point Counseling, LLC. Values exploration is an important component of the work he does to help clients make meaningful changes in their lives. Prior to transitioning to mental health counseling in 2018, Mike had a diverse career in physics, medicine, and engineering, working with individuals and groups from various cultures and countries around the world. His career shift was inspired by his volunteer work with male survivors and witnessing their profound resilience.
He is extensively trained in trauma-informed and trauma-focused approaches including EMDR and working with male survivors of sexual assault, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and addiction treatment across both in-person and telehealth modalities. Mike's clinical experience spans community mental health, crisis counseling, and private practice. He is an active member of the American Counseling Association, the Ohio Counseling Association, and the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science, as well as an emeritus member of the American Association of Physicists in Medicine.
Miguel Montelongo
Miguel Montelongo (he/him/el) is an Orange County-based educator, musician, and mental health therapist-in-training. He is currently pursuing a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy at the University of Southern California. He also works as an office administrator for a local church whose values center around being open, welcoming, and affirming, and whose mission is rooted in social justice.
He received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from California State University, Long Beach. His work there in the Disability Justice Lab further developed and informed his interests in the importance of a person’s lived experiences in research and beyond.
Ashley Nance
Ashley Nance is a special education teacher and mother of five. In her classroom and her home, she creates safe, trusting environments where children feel empowered to communicate however they can and be heard. Through ReVoice Communication, she helps parents, siblings, teachers, and caregivers of individuals with speech delays and disabilities do the same. Her work with non-speaking individuals, along with teaching experience in China and Taiwan, shapes her approach to helping vulnerable populations find and use their voice. She and her family live in Michigan.
Gonzalo Perez
Gonzalo Perez (he/him/el) is a Los Angeles–based mental health professional with over 20 years of experience serving low-income communities throughout LA County. His work has always been centered on showing up for people who need support the most, especially those navigating complex systems with limited access to care. He is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at USC, building on decades of hands-on experience with formal clinical training. His goal is to continue strengthening his skills while staying rooted in community-based, client-centered care.
Gonzalo has spent much of his career working with nonprofit organizations contracted with the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health, providing direct services to individuals and families across diverse communities. His approach is practical, compassionate, and grounded in real-world experience. He understands the challenges people face not only clinically but also socially, culturally, and economically.
In his current role, Gonzalo provides crisis intervention throughout Los Angeles County, supporting adults and children with disabilities, including those with autism. His work often involves high-stress situations that require patience, empathy, and clear judgment. He is known for his ability to connect quickly with clients, de-escalate crises, and work collaboratively with families and service teams.
Gonzalo approaches his work with humility and a deep belief in people’s resilience. His career has been shaped by a steady commitment to providing compassionate support, helping individuals and families move through difficult experiences with care, respect, and dignity.
Anthony Porter
A man truly dedicated to changing the state of his community from violence to peace. Once a part of the gang problem, now a part of the solution. His unwavering support of this work encompasses what it means to conduct Gang Intervention. He is a member of the P.C.I.T.I Leadership Team and has utilized his personal transformation to ensure he upholds the creed of restoring hope and effecting positive change in his community.
Tommie “Ttop” Rivers
One refined and committed individual in restoring peace to traumatized and violent-prone communities, Tommie has re-dedicated his life to community restoration. He is an abundance of positivity in the lives of youth and young adults he touches. He is not only a member of the phenomenal Instructional and Leadership Team of P.C.I.T.I but he also coaches, speaks, and gives every bit of himself to his community and those in need.
Melissa Stepanian
Melissa Stepanian, M.S., earned her Master's in Forensic Psychology with a concentration in Police Psychology. Her work centers on trauma, resilience, and the development of innovative conceptual frameworks. Drawing from experience across education, foster care, and first responder settings, she enjoys exploring new perspectives on psychological healing.
Terrall Tillman
Terrall E. Tillman is the CEO/Founder of LESSONZ LEARNED & best-selling Author of “Formula For Success Reentry-030”. Born & raised in South Central Los Angeles & schooled in LA & two neighboring cities of Inglewood & Compton he is a advocate for education & is a ReEntry Expert & Educator, a Certified Anger Management Instructor, Creative Writer via Mount Marty University, RADT I (Residential Drug & Alcohol Tech), Competent Communicator via Toastmaster International, Motivational Speaker & Adversity & Corrections Coach. Mr. Tillman is also a Certified Member of FEMA and the California LA Peacekeeper Collective & Professional Community Based Public Safety / Violence Interdiction Specialist via PCITI / BUILD. Mr. Tillman is an entrepreneur with two LLC’s to date after serving over 20 years incarcerated including 19 years in federal prison and 1 and 1 ⁄ 2 years in juvenile facilities. Presently Mr. Tillman is the Reentry Manager and Court liaison at LA CADA the Los Angeles Center for Alcohol and Drug Abuse where he facilitates Reducing Recidivism Groups in addition to being a mentor and educator to hundreds of people nationwide.
Debra Warner
Dr. Debra Warner, Ph.D., Psy.D., is a licensed psychologist, organizational leadership consultant, professor, TEDx speaker, author, humanitarian, and Founder & CEO of Dr. Debra LLC and the Male Trauma Institute (MTI). For more than three decades, she has dedicated her career to addressing trauma, violence, mental health, criminal justice, and social inequity through education, leadership, advocacy, and community collaboration.
Dr. Warner holds five university degrees, including doctorates in Organizational Leadership and Forensic Psychology and two master’s degrees from Columbia University. Her extensive career spans forensic psychology, higher education, corrections, law enforcement, organizational consulting, and community intervention. She has mentored thousands of students, chaired 44 doctoral dissertations, authored and contributed to numerous books and scholarly publications, and presented nationally and internationally.
Dr. Warner is also the founder of the SCRIPT Conference, a multidisciplinary initiative focused on community resilience, intervention, prevention, and training. Through Dr. Debra LLC, SCRIPT, and MTI, she continues to advance trauma-informed practices, professional education, violence prevention, and sustainable community change.Captain Ayers is a graduate of the LAPD Leadership Program, California POST Management Course, and DC Police Leadership Academy. She holds Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, Supervisory, and Management POST certificates and serves on the LAPD Peer Support Cadre.
Committed to leadership, mentorship, employee development, and community service, Captain Ayers serves as First Vice President of the Oscar Joel Bryant Foundation and is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
Terrall Tillman
Terrall E. Tillman is the CEO/Founder of LESSONZ LEARNED & best-selling Author of “Formula For Success Reentry-030”. Born & raised in South Central Los Angeles & schooled in LA & two neighboring cities of Inglewood & Compton he is a advocate for education & is a ReEntry Expert & Educator, a Certified Anger Management Instructor, Creative Writer via Mount Marty University, RADT I (Residential Drug & Alcohol Tech), Competent Communicator via Toastmaster International, Motivational Speaker & Adversity & Corrections Coach. Mr. Tillman is also a Certified Member of FEMA and the California LA Peacekeeper Collective & Professional Community Based Public Safety / Violence Interdiction Specialist via PCITI / BUILD. Mr. Tillman is an entrepreneur with two LLC’s to date after serving over 20 years incarcerated including 19 years in federal prison and 1 and 1 ⁄ 2 years in juvenile facilities. Presently Mr. Tillman is the Reentry Manager and Court liaison at LA CADA the Los Angeles Center for Alcohol and Drug Abuse where he facilitates Reducing Recidivism Groups in addition to being a mentor and educator to hundreds of people nationwide.
Debra Warner
Dr. Debra Warner, Ph.D., Psy.D., is a licensed psychologist, organizational leadership consultant, professor, TEDx speaker, author, humanitarian, and Founder & CEO of Dr. Debra LLC and the Male Trauma Institute (MTI). For more than three decades, she has dedicated her career to addressing trauma, violence, mental health, criminal justice, and social inequity through education, leadership, advocacy, and community collaboration.
Dr. Warner holds five university degrees, including doctorates in Organizational Leadership and Forensic Psychology and two master’s degrees from Columbia University. Her extensive career spans forensic psychology, higher education, corrections, law enforcement, organizational consulting, and community intervention. She has mentored thousands of students, chaired 44 doctoral dissertations, authored and contributed to numerous books and scholarly publications, and presented nationally and internationally.
Dr. Warner is also the founder of the SCRIPT Conference, a multidisciplinary initiative focused on community resilience, intervention, prevention, and training. Through Dr. Debra LLC, SCRIPT, and MTI, she continues to advance trauma-informed practices, professional education, violence prevention, and sustainable community change.ment POST certificates and serves on the LAPD Peer Support Cadre.
Committed to leadership, mentorship, employee development, and community service, Captain Ayers serves as First Vice President of the Oscar Joel Bryant Foundation and is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
Brad Berg
Dr. Bradley Berg, PhD is a nationally recognized behavioral health and addiction recovery expert, author, speaker, and faith-based advocate for transformative, person-centered care. As a leading voice in the advancement of the Integrative Therapeutic Community model, Dr. Berg has dedicated his career to helping individuals, families, organizations, and communities find healing, purpose, and lasting recovery through approaches that integrate clinical excellence, personal responsibility, community support, and spiritual growth.
Drawing on decades of experience in behavioral health, addiction recovery, leadership, and human development, Dr. Berg has authored numerous books and educational resources that challenge conventional thinking and inspire innovative solutions to some of society’s most pressing mental health and addiction challenges. His work emphasizes evidence-informed practices while recognizing the essential role that faith, meaning, values, and human connection play in the recovery process.
Known for his compassionate and engaging communication style, Dr. Berg is a sought-after guest on podcasts, television programs, conferences, and leadership forums. He speaks with authority on addiction recovery, mental health, healthcare reform, resilience, faith-based recovery, leadership, and personal transformation. His unique perspective bridges scientific research, clinical understanding, recovery principles, and spiritual wisdom, offering audiences practical insights that inspire hope and action.
Dr. Berg is particularly passionate about advocating for recovery models that treat the whole person—mind, body, spirit, relationships, and community—rather than focusing solely on symptoms. He believes that true healing occurs when individuals are empowered to reclaim their dignity, rediscover purpose, strengthen their faith, and build meaningful connections that support lifelong wellbeing.
Whether discussing the future of behavioral healthcare, faith and recovery, the power of therapeutic communities, or strategies for creating systems that prioritize people over profits, Dr. Berg brings thought-provoking perspectives and real-world solutions that resonate with audiences across diverse backgrounds and beliefs.
His mission is to advance recovery, restore hope, strengthen communities, and help create systems of care that honor both scientific understanding and the transformative power of faith, purpose, and human dignity.
Marcos Briano
Marcos Briano “DrB” (he/him/el), Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of the University of Southern California’s (“USC”) Physical Education & Mind Body Health & USC’s Marriage and Family Therapy program, and early career representative of the LACPA Ethics Committee. His research interests include the application of professional ethics, pedagogy, social justice, suicide intervention training, and advocacy of the intersectionality of BIPOC communities, specifically LGBTQ+ & Latinx/é.
Sonya Carey
Sonya Carey, M.S., is an Administrative Services Director, doctoral candidate in Human Services with a specialization in Leadership and Organizational Management at Capella University, and advocate for foster youth and justice-involved students. She earned a Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management from the University of Southern California and holds bachelor's and associate degrees in hospitality and baking and pastry from The Art Institute of California–Inland Empire.
Drawing on experience in higher education, school nutrition services, workforce development, and e-learning, Sonya has collaborated with organizations including Los Angeles Unified School District, Chicago Public Schools, and community-based initiatives serving underserved populations.
Her master's research explored mentorship, workforce development, and life-skills development for transition-age foster youth, inspiring her cookbook, Make It or Bake It: Recipes for Transitioning Foster Youth. Her doctoral research examines persistence, academic achievement, and reintegration outcomes among justice-involved students, with a focus on educational access, belonging, autonomy, and relationship-centered support.
Catherine (Cat) Mae Clark-Perkins
Catherine Mae Clark-Perkins is an international speaker, ordained minister, Survivor Program Manager, Certified Peer Support Specialist, advocate, educator, published author, and founder of Catron Academy Learning Institute (CALI). As a survivor of domestic violence, sexual assault, gun violence, and lived experience with suicidal ideation, she has dedicated her life to transforming pain into purpose through trauma-informed care, peer support, and survivor leadership.
Catherine is the author of Living in the Supernatural: The Ms. Cat Story, a memoir chronicling her journey of faith, resilience, and healing through profound trauma. Her story illustrates how lived experience, hope, and perseverance can become powerful catalysts for restoration, resilience, and lasting transformation.
In her role as Survivor Program Manager at Healing Dialogue and Action (HDA), Catherine equips survivors, professionals, faith communities, and justice-system partners with practical, trauma-informed strategies that foster safety, resilience, healing, and empowerment. Through survivor-centered programming and peer support, she helps individuals reclaim their voices, rebuild hope, and discover purpose beyond their pain.
Catherine's mission is simple yet profound: to ensure that every survivor knows healing is possible, every voice matters, and every story has the power to change lives.
"I don't just speak about healing—I have lived it. I teach it, I model it, and I walk alongside others as they transform their pain into purpose."
Kwame Cooper
Born and raised in New York City, CDIO Cooper served 38 years as a member of the Los Angeles City Fire Department, joining the LAFD in 1980. Most recently from 2016-2019, he served as Assistant Chief of their Operations Central Bureau. Previously, he served as LAFD’s Assistant Fire Marshal of their Fire Prevention and Public Safety Bureau (2014-2016), Assistant Chief of their Training and Support Bureau (2014), Assistant Chief Employee Relations Officer (2014), and Assistant Chief of their Emergency Services Bureau (2011-2014). Since 2019, he has served as a consultant on the creation of the International Association of Fire Chiefs, Fire Chiefs Equity and Inclusion Council. The Council uses qualitative and quantitative research of demographic data to identify and eradicate sources of discrimination, harassment and hiring biases for African American, Hispanic, Women, and LGBTQ+ individuals in the Fire and Emergency Medical Services.
He has served as an adjunct instructor at the Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute since 1993 where he has trained thousands of firefighters from around the nation in leadership, diversity management and inclusion, executive coaching, public education, and risk management. Since 1998, he has also served as an adjunct instructor at the National Fire Academy, teaching subjects to firefighters from around the country including leadership, diversity, public education, and cultural competency in the fire service.
CDIO Cooper holds a Doctorate Degree in Leadership & Organization Development – with an emphasis on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – from Grand Canyon University where his dissertation focused on issues of firehouse climate and diversity. He also holds a master’s degree in Organizational Leadership from Woodbury University, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Studies from Long Beach State University. He is a graduate of the Harvard University Executive Leadership Education Program, the Executive Fire Officer Program from the National Fire Academy, the Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute, and the Los Angeles Police Department West Point Leadership Academy.
He serves on the Board of Directors for the National Fire Protection Association and previously served on the Board of Directors of the National Fire Academy. He is a member of the Stentorians – the Association of African Americans in the Fire Service – and is also a member of the Caribbean Association of Fire Chiefs, where he serves as part of a team that develops, implements, and instructs an annual Junior and Senior Officer Leadership Academy in the Caribbean and the British Virgin Islands.
Mark Crawford
Mark Crawford is a nationally recognized advocate for male survivors of sexual abuse and a survivor of childhood clergy abuse. For more than 30 years, Mark has dedicated himself to supporting survivors, raising awareness, and advancing meaningful legislative and institutional change.
Mark has served in leadership roles with MaleSurvivor.org and, since 2004, has served as New Jersey State Director for SNAP (Survivors Network of Those Abused by Priests). His advocacy has contributed to significant reforms in New Jersey, including the elimination of charitable immunity protections for institutions that failed to protect children and major reforms to the state’s statute of limitations for sexual abuse.
A longtime national voice for male survivors, Mark was featured in the documentary Boys and Men Healing, presented his advocacy work at FBI Headquarters at the invitation of Attorney General Eric Holder, and was among a select group of national experts invited to the White House Summit on Sexual Violence in America. He also appeared on Oprah Winfrey’s acclaimed program addressing the experiences of men abused as children.
Mark has received numerous honors for his advocacy, including the first President Ronald Reagan Award presented by the New Jersey Attorney General for service to crime victims. He has spoken at conferences, colleges, and universities throughout North America and continues to facilitate a monthly support group for survivors.
Mark lives in New Jersey, is the father of three adult children, and continues to advocate for survivors and has recently retired from a major U.S. airline.
Nikko Deloney
Nikko is a dedicated member of the P.C.I.T.I Leadership and Instructional Team. He has spent the past few years of his life assisting in restoring besieged communities locally and regionally. Currently, he manages the Pico Guidance Center in Mid-City Los Angeles and provides services ranging from youth development, intervention/prevention sessions, mentoring, community feed- the-needs, and a host of others. His mission truly defines the work of providing hope, restoring communities, and curbing violence through proactive solutions and self-determination as it relates to the field of Community Violence Intercession.
Alan Hamilton
Deputy Chief Alan Hamilton was born in Los Angeles, California. He has attended several colleges and universities and has a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Management. He worked as an Officer in Patrol, Special Enforcement Group, CRASH, Vice, Prostitution Enforcement Detail, Field Training Officer and Burglary Auto Theft Division. As a Detective, he worked in Major Assault Crimes, CRASH, Homicide, Property Crimes Detail Coordinator and Auto Crimes Table Coordinator. As a Sergeant, he worked as a Patrol Supervisor, Assistant Watch Commander, Hollywood Vice Supervisor and Special Enforcement Unit (Gang) Supervisor. He later worked as a Lieutenant in Patrol, Gang Impact Team; Detective Commanding Officer and Burglary Task Force; and Assistant Commanding Officer of Scientific Investigation Division.
In 2014, Chief Hamilton was promoted to Captain and was assigned as the Commanding Officer to West Valley Patrol Division and later assigned to Topanga Patrol Division. In this assignment, he and his officers mentored 18 Police Cadets through a training and preparedness regimen to complete the 2016 Los Angeles Marathon. This effort resulted in 16 of the 18 cadets completing the LA Marathon alongside Chief Hamilton and the officers from Topanga Area and their families. Chief Hamilton then transferred to Recruitment and Employment Division. He was instrumental in raising the sworn deployment above 10,000 for the first time in the Los Angeles Police Department’s (LAPD) History. He was then assigned to Force Investigation Division, where he was later promoted to Commander.
After his assignment to Force Investigation Group as a Commander, he was transferred to serve as the Assistant Commanding Officer of Operations-Valley Bureau in 2018. He promoted to Deputy Chief on July 4, 2021, and he is now assigned as the Commanding Officer of the Bureau.
Chief Hamilton has been a State of California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Instructor Development Institute instructor for many years, and was awarded the California POST Excellence in Instruction Award in 2003. He provided instruction for California POST and LAPD in the areas of: Interview and Interrogation; Technology in Law Enforcement; and Gang Awareness. He has also been a long-time member of the LAPD Mentor Program which provides career guidance and assistance to other sworn and civilian members of the Department. In 2019, he was named the Los Angeles Woman Police Officers and Associates’ (LAWPOA) Mentor of the Year for his dedication and commitment to mentoring women on the Department. Chief Hamilton also oversaw the implementation of the Cyber Crime Consortium, a joint project between the LAPD, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, and the University of Southern California Viterbi Information Sciences Institute.
Chief Hamilton completed the State of California POST Robert Presley Institute of Criminal Investigation Certification in Homicide and Computer Crimes Investigations. He is a graduate of the Sherman Block Supervisory Leadership Institute, a graduate of the LAPD West Point Leadership Program, and he also completed the California POST Management Course.
Chief Hamilton is an active participant in many Department athletic events, which include the Baker to Vegas Challenge Cup Relay for over twenty years. In addition, he has competed in the Los Angeles Police Revolver and Athletic Club (LAPRAAC) Bench Press Contest and regularly plays in the LAPRAAC Intradepartmental Basketball League.
Nekisha Kee
Nekisha Michelle Kee, MSW, ACSW, is a psychotherapist, author, speaker, entrepreneur, and PsyD student in Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Becoming a mother at 14 years old shaped her passion for resilience, healing, and helping others transform adversity into possibility. Her personal journey of reinvention after trauma, combined with decades of leadership in mental health and social services administration, informs both her clinical work and public speaking.
Nekisha is the founder and CEO of NMK Global Enterprise LLC and Melanin BLISS Abroad, a travel company dedicated to cultural connection, healing retreats, and transformative experiences. A bestselling author of The Ready Woman, Diary of a Ready Woman I, and Diary of a Ready Woman II, where she uses narrative storytelling to give voice to women's experiences of love, loss, healing, and personal transformation. She is the creator of the Bounce Back Behavior and Climb to BLISS frameworks.
Her work and insights have been featured by KTLA 5 News Los Angeles, The Tamron Hall Show, HGTV, Ebony, and SUCCESS Magazine. Nekisha is especially passionate about helping Black plus-size women heal relationship trauma, reclaim their dating dignity, and create lives rooted in Beauty, Love, Intuition, Sensuality, and Significance.
Nicole Kluemper
Nicole Kluemper is a child psychologist and Navy veteran who lives in San Diego, California.
She works at a community clinic near the University of San Diego, where she earned her
undergraduate degree. Nicole earned her graduate degree from Alliant International University,
San Diego.
Jason LeDuc
Jason LeDuc is a retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, leadership strategist, and founder of LeDuc Leadership & Media Group. With twenty years of military leadership experience, Jason now trains managers and executives in nonprofit, government, healthcare, and community organizations to build high-performance cultures that sustain people through difficult work. He is the host of The Leader's Mindset podcast and mentor with StartupNV.
Michael Levittan
Dr. Michael (Levittan) is recognized expert on domestic violence, child abuse, anger management, and PTSD. He is a licensed psychotherapist and the director of the batterers’ treatment program, T.E.A.M. Dr. Levittan serves as an expert witness for the courts and has been providing seminars for UCLA Extension, National Alliance Mental Illness, International Conference Violence, Abuse, Trauma, L.A. Superior Court, Inter-Agency Council on Child Abuse Neglect, California Association Marriage Family Therapists, U.S. Marines, Women’s Shelters. His media appearances include Tyra Banks, Inside Edition, ABC News,
Starting Over, Bad Girls Club, Montel Williams, Robert Irvine Show, Politico.com, Hollywood 411, and the documentary “Golden Opportunity of Child Development.” Dr. Michael’s publications include “The History of Infanticide” in Violence in Society, a chapter on Suicide and Domestic Violence in the IVAT
volume; and a chapter on “Male Conditioning” in the book “His History, Her Story.” He launched the Global Peace Committee for National Partnership to End Interpersonal Violence. Podcasts include “Fathers Raising Daughters,” “Me Too” Movement, “Gender Expectations in the 21 st Century.” Dr. Michael chairs a Gun Violence Prevention committee. His passion is evident in writings, presentations,
and media appearances.
James “Blue” Marks
James Marks is a proud Father of four who began his career as many others by having to work his way up from the bottom. He watched his single-mother and became inspired by her strength to work two jobs to support the family. This impression left James with “no excuses” to achieve great things. He became highly recognized by building a reputation, becoming a man of strong influence within his community, including surrounding cities within Los Angeles County, and abroad. James is a community developer who has dedicated his life to seeing the revitalization and self-empowerment of communities and believes that networking is the key to building a strong community foundation. Mr. Marks was approached by a young man from his community named Calvin Broadus, aka “Snoop Dogg” and he then became a theme name, character, and real-life person whom, Snoop Dogg rapped about in his lyrics, referenced as “Blue” on his multi-platinum albums and billboard chart topping hit singles. He began to realize while working with Snoop Dogg and while coaching football at Long Beach Polytechnic High School the power of influence and how sports and entertainment celebrities impact the lives of others. James began to understand how his personal relationships with entertainers and athletes could be utilized to facilitate his true passion in helping others by uplifting and restoring communities. Mr. Marks organized and participated in various community events such as Life Skills/Football Camps, Speaking Engagements and Presentations, Walk to Fight Obesity, Cancer awareness at Boys and Girls Clubs, and Schools. Defying insurmountable odds, the relationships Mr. Marks has fostered with educators, scholars, business professionals, athletes, government officials and entertainers, which he calls the “Dreamakers dreamteam”, has allowed him to complete a number of achievements. Some of these achievements include becoming a certified first responder with the City of Los Angeles Fire Department, worked with today’s top professional sports agents as a mentor to their athletes, being the director of operations and a board member for Camp Go Hard Los Angeles, and a receiving a certification from the Professional Community Intervention Training Institute City of Los Angeles. By being a mentee under Aquil Basheer, the founder of the Professional Community Intervention Training Institute, James grew his passion and skills for helping others while identifying just how he could do that. With Aquil’s support Mr. Marks started Konnectink. which is both brand development and professional advisory services that helps individuals maximize and capitalize on their talent through philanthropy and strategic partnerships. In addition to his company of Konnectink, James is also an advocate for educating others about what trauma is and increasing awareness about how trauma occurs in underserved communities. James is truly a fighter and a voice for those who cannot be heard. You can also read his story in the book Barbra and My Boys: Life Stories of Change, Community and Purpose.
Mike Miller
Mike is an independently licensed professional clinical counselor in Ohio, where he works with adult clients at Meeting Point Counseling, LLC. Values exploration is an important component of the work he does to help clients make meaningful changes in their lives. Prior to transitioning to mental health counseling in 2018, Mike had a diverse career in physics, medicine, and engineering, working with individuals and groups from various cultures and countries around the world. His career shift was inspired by his volunteer work with male survivors and witnessing their profound resilience.
He is extensively trained in trauma-informed and trauma-focused approaches including EMDR and working with male survivors of sexual assault, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and addiction treatment across both in-person and telehealth modalities. Mike's clinical experience spans community mental health, crisis counseling, and private practice. He is an active member of the American Counseling Association, the Ohio Counseling Association, and the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science, as well as an emeritus member of the American Association of Physicists in Medicine.
Miguel Montelongo
Miguel Montelongo (he/him/el) is an Orange County-based educator, musician, and mental health therapist-in-training. He is currently pursuing a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy at the University of Southern California. He also works as an office administrator for a local church whose values center around being open, welcoming, and affirming, and whose mission is rooted in social justice.
He received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from California State University, Long Beach. His work there in the Disability Justice Lab further developed and informed his interests in the importance of a person’s lived experiences in research and beyond.
Ashley Nance
Ashley Nance is a special education teacher and mother of five. In her classroom and her home, she creates safe, trusting environments where children feel empowered to communicate however they can and be heard. Through ReVoice Communication, she helps parents, siblings, teachers, and caregivers of individuals with speech delays and disabilities do the same. Her work with non-speaking individuals, along with teaching experience in China and Taiwan, shapes her approach to helping vulnerable populations find and use their voice. She and her family live in Michigan.
Gonzalo Perez
Gonzalo Perez (he/him/el) is a Los Angeles–based mental health professional with over 20 years of experience serving low-income communities throughout LA County. His work has always been centered on showing up for people who need support the most, especially those navigating complex systems with limited access to care. He is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at USC, building on decades of hands-on experience with formal clinical training. His goal is to continue strengthening his skills while staying rooted in community-based, client-centered care.
Gonzalo has spent much of his career working with nonprofit organizations contracted with the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health, providing direct services to individuals and families across diverse communities. His approach is practical, compassionate, and grounded in real-world experience. He understands the challenges people face not only clinically but also socially, culturally, and economically.
In his current role, Gonzalo provides crisis intervention throughout Los Angeles County, supporting adults and children with disabilities, including those with autism. His work often involves high-stress situations that require patience, empathy, and clear judgment. He is known for his ability to connect quickly with clients, de-escalate crises, and work collaboratively with families and service teams.
Gonzalo approaches his work with humility and a deep belief in people’s resilience. His career has been shaped by a steady commitment to providing compassionate support, helping individuals and families move through difficult experiences with care, respect, and dignity.
Anthony Porter
A man truly dedicated to changing the state of his community from violence to peace. Once a part of the gang problem, now a part of the solution. His unwavering support of this work encompasses what it means to conduct Gang Intervention. He is a member of the P.C.I.T.I Leadership Team and has utilized his personal transformation to ensure he upholds the creed of restoring hope and effecting positive change in his community.
Tommie “Ttop” Rivers
One refined and committed individual in restoring peace to traumatized and violent-prone communities, Tommie has re-dedicated his life to community restoration. He is an abundance of positivity in the lives of youth and young adults he touches. He is not only a member of the phenomenal Instructional and Leadership Team of P.C.I.T.I but he also coaches, speaks, and gives every bit of himself to his community and those in need.
Melissa Stepanian
Melissa Stepanian, M.S., earned her Master's in Forensic Psychology with a concentration in Police Psychology. Her work centers on trauma, resilience, and the development of innovative conceptual frameworks. Drawing from experience across education, foster care, and first responder settings, she enjoys exploring new perspectives on psychological healing.
Terrall Tillman
Terrall E. Tillman is the CEO/Founder of LESSONZ LEARNED & best-selling Author of “Formula For Success Reentry-030”. Born & raised in South Central Los Angeles & schooled in LA & two neighboring cities of Inglewood & Compton he is a advocate for education & is a ReEntry Expert & Educator, a Certified Anger Management Instructor, Creative Writer via Mount Marty University, RADT I (Residential Drug & Alcohol Tech), Competent Communicator via Toastmaster International, Motivational Speaker & Adversity & Corrections Coach. Mr. Tillman is also a Certified Member of FEMA and the California LA Peacekeeper Collective & Professional Community Based Public Safety / Violence Interdiction Specialist via PCITI / BUILD. Mr. Tillman is an entrepreneur with two LLC’s to date after serving over 20 years incarcerated including 19 years in federal prison and 1 and 1 ⁄ 2 years in juvenile facilities. Presently Mr. Tillman is the Reentry Manager and Court liaison at LA CADA the Los Angeles Center for Alcohol and Drug Abuse where he facilitates Reducing Recidivism Groups in addition to being a mentor and educator to hundreds of people nationwide.
Debra Warner
Dr. Debra Warner, Ph.D., Psy.D., is a licensed psychologist, organizational leadership consultant, professor, TEDx speaker, author, humanitarian, and Founder & CEO of Dr. Debra LLC and the Male Trauma Institute (MTI). For more than three decades, she has dedicated her career to addressing trauma, violence, mental health, criminal justice, and social inequity through education, leadership, advocacy, and community collaboration.
Dr. Warner holds five university degrees, including doctorates in Organizational Leadership and Forensic Psychology and two master’s degrees from Columbia University. Her extensive career spans forensic psychology, higher education, corrections, law enforcement, organizational consulting, and community intervention. She has mentored thousands of students, chaired 44 doctoral dissertations, authored and contributed to numerous books and scholarly publications, and presented nationally and internationally.
Dr. Warner is also the founder of the SCRIPT Conference, a multidisciplinary initiative focused on community resilience, intervention, prevention, and training. Through Dr. Debra LLC, SCRIPT, and MTI, she continues to advance trauma-informed practices, professional education, violence prevention, and sustainable community change.
Presenters
Tiffany Ayers
Captain Tiffany Ayers is a Los Angeles native and an 18-year veteran of the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), with extensive leadership experience across patrol, traffic, transit, internal affairs, and command operations.
Captain Ayers was promoted to Sergeant in 2015 and Lieutenant in 2021, serving in increasingly responsible supervisory and management assignments, including Watch Commander at Harbor Area and Adjutant to the Deputy Chief of Operations-Valley Bureau. Promoted to Captain in 2024, she served as Patrol Commanding Officer at Harbor Area. In 2026, she was named Commanding Officer of South Traffic Division and subsequently appointed Area Commanding Officer of Harbor Area.
In addition to her LAPD service, Captain Ayers serves as a Major in the California Air National Guard as an Equal Opportunity Director.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Kinesiology and Physical Education and a Master of Arts degree in Education. Prior to her law enforcement career, she worked as a certified athletic trainer at the high school, collegiate, and professional sports levels.
Captain Ayers is a graduate of the LAPD Leadership Program, California POST Management Course, and DC Police Leadership Academy. She holds Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, Supervisory, and Management POST certificates and serves on the LAPD Peer Support Cadre.
Committed to leadership, mentorship, employee development, and community service, Captain Ayers serves as First Vice President of the Oscar Joel Bryant Foundation and is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.
Brad Berg
Dr. Bradley Berg, PhD is a nationally recognized behavioral health and addiction recovery expert, author, speaker, and faith-based advocate for transformative, person-centered care. As a leading voice in the advancement of the Integrative Therapeutic Community model, Dr. Berg has dedicated his career to helping individuals, families, organizations, and communities find healing, purpose, and lasting recovery through approaches that integrate clinical excellence, personal responsibility, community support, and spiritual growth.
Drawing on decades of experience in behavioral health, addiction recovery, leadership, and human development, Dr. Berg has authored numerous books and educational resources that challenge conventional thinking and inspire innovative solutions to some of society’s most pressing mental health and addiction challenges. His work emphasizes evidence-informed practices while recognizing the essential role that faith, meaning, values, and human connection play in the recovery process.
Known for his compassionate and engaging communication style, Dr. Berg is a sought-after guest on podcasts, television programs, conferences, and leadership forums. He speaks with authority on addiction recovery, mental health, healthcare reform, resilience, faith-based recovery, leadership, and personal transformation. His unique perspective bridges scientific research, clinical understanding, recovery principles, and spiritual wisdom, offering audiences practical insights that inspire hope and action.
Dr. Berg is particularly passionate about advocating for recovery models that treat the whole person—mind, body, spirit, relationships, and community—rather than focusing solely on symptoms. He believes that true healing occurs when individuals are empowered to reclaim their dignity, rediscover purpose, strengthen their faith, and build meaningful connections that support lifelong wellbeing.
Whether discussing the future of behavioral healthcare, faith and recovery, the power of therapeutic communities, or strategies for creating systems that prioritize people over profits, Dr. Berg brings thought-provoking perspectives and real-world solutions that resonate with audiences across diverse backgrounds and beliefs.
His mission is to advance recovery, restore hope, strengthen communities, and help create systems of care that honor both scientific understanding and the transformative power of faith, purpose, and human dignity.
Marcos Briano
Marcos Briano “DrB” (he/him/el), Ph.D., is an Associate Professor of the University of Southern California’s (“USC”) Physical Education & Mind Body Health & USC’s Marriage and Family Therapy program, and early career representative of the LACPA Ethics Committee. His research interests include the application of professional ethics, pedagogy, social justice, suicide intervention training, and advocacy of the intersectionality of BIPOC communities, specifically LGBTQ+ & Latinx/é.
Sonya Carey
Sonya Carey, M.S., is an Administrative Services Director, doctoral candidate in Human Services with a specialization in Leadership and Organizational Management at Capella University, and advocate for foster youth and justice-involved students. She earned a Master of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management from the University of Southern California and holds bachelor's and associate degrees in hospitality and baking and pastry from The Art Institute of California–Inland Empire.
Drawing on experience in higher education, school nutrition services, workforce development, and e-learning, Sonya has collaborated with organizations including Los Angeles Unified School District, Chicago Public Schools, and community-based initiatives serving underserved populations.
Her master's research explored mentorship, workforce development, and life-skills development for transition-age foster youth, inspiring her cookbook, Make It or Bake It: Recipes for Transitioning Foster Youth. Her doctoral research examines persistence, academic achievement, and reintegration outcomes among justice-involved students, with a focus on educational access, belonging, autonomy, and relationship-centered support.
Catherine (Cat) Mae Clark-Perkins
Catherine Mae Clark-Perkins is an international speaker, ordained minister, Survivor Program Manager, Certified Peer Support Specialist, advocate, educator, published author, and founder of Catron Academy Learning Institute (CALI). As a survivor of domestic violence, sexual assault, gun violence, and lived experience with suicidal ideation, she has dedicated her life to transforming pain into purpose through trauma-informed care, peer support, and survivor leadership.
Catherine is the author of Living in the Supernatural: The Ms. Cat Story, a memoir chronicling her journey of faith, resilience, and healing through profound trauma. Her story illustrates how lived experience, hope, and perseverance can become powerful catalysts for restoration, resilience, and lasting transformation.
In her role as Survivor Program Manager at Healing Dialogue and Action (HDA), Catherine equips survivors, professionals, faith communities, and justice-system partners with practical, trauma-informed strategies that foster safety, resilience, healing, and empowerment. Through survivor-centered programming and peer support, she helps individuals reclaim their voices, rebuild hope, and discover purpose beyond their pain.
Catherine's mission is simple yet profound: to ensure that every survivor knows healing is possible, every voice matters, and every story has the power to change lives.
"I don't just speak about healing—I have lived it. I teach it, I model it, and I walk alongside others as they transform their pain into purpose."
Kwame Cooper
Born and raised in New York City, CDIO Cooper served 38 years as a member of the Los Angeles City Fire Department, joining the LAFD in 1980. Most recently from 2016-2019, he served as Assistant Chief of their Operations Central Bureau. Previously, he served as LAFD’s Assistant Fire Marshal of their Fire Prevention and Public Safety Bureau (2014-2016), Assistant Chief of their Training and Support Bureau (2014), Assistant Chief Employee Relations Officer (2014), and Assistant Chief of their Emergency Services Bureau (2011-2014). Since 2019, he has served as a consultant on the creation of the International Association of Fire Chiefs, Fire Chiefs Equity and Inclusion Council. The Council uses qualitative and quantitative research of demographic data to identify and eradicate sources of discrimination, harassment and hiring biases for African American, Hispanic, Women, and LGBTQ+ individuals in the Fire and Emergency Medical Services.
He has served as an adjunct instructor at the Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute since 1993 where he has trained thousands of firefighters from around the nation in leadership, diversity management and inclusion, executive coaching, public education, and risk management. Since 1998, he has also served as an adjunct instructor at the National Fire Academy, teaching subjects to firefighters from around the country including leadership, diversity, public education, and cultural competency in the fire service.
CDIO Cooper holds a Doctorate Degree in Leadership & Organization Development – with an emphasis on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – from Grand Canyon University where his dissertation focused on issues of firehouse climate and diversity. He also holds a master’s degree in Organizational Leadership from Woodbury University, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Studies from Long Beach State University. He is a graduate of the Harvard University Executive Leadership Education Program, the Executive Fire Officer Program from the National Fire Academy, the Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute, and the Los Angeles Police Department West Point Leadership Academy.
He serves on the Board of Directors for the National Fire Protection Association and previously served on the Board of Directors of the National Fire Academy. He is a member of the Stentorians – the Association of African Americans in the Fire Service – and is also a member of the Caribbean Association of Fire Chiefs, where he serves as part of a team that develops, implements, and instructs an annual Junior and Senior Officer Leadership Academy in the Caribbean and the British Virgin Islands.
Mark Crawford
Mark Crawford is a nationally recognized advocate for male survivors of sexual abuse and a survivor of childhood clergy abuse. For more than 30 years, Mark has dedicated himself to supporting survivors, raising awareness, and advancing meaningful legislative and institutional change.
Mark has served in leadership roles with MaleSurvivor.org and, since 2004, has served as New Jersey State Director for SNAP (Survivors Network of Those Abused by Priests). His advocacy has contributed to significant reforms in New Jersey, including the elimination of charitable immunity protections for institutions that failed to protect children and major reforms to the state’s statute of limitations for sexual abuse.
A longtime national voice for male survivors, Mark was featured in the documentary Boys and Men Healing, presented his advocacy work at FBI Headquarters at the invitation of Attorney General Eric Holder, and was among a select group of national experts invited to the White House Summit on Sexual Violence in America. He also appeared on Oprah Winfrey’s acclaimed program addressing the experiences of men abused as children.
Mark has received numerous honors for his advocacy, including the first President Ronald Reagan Award presented by the New Jersey Attorney General for service to crime victims. He has spoken at conferences, colleges, and universities throughout North America and continues to facilitate a monthly support group for survivors.
Mark lives in New Jersey, is the father of three adult children, and continues to advocate for survivors and has recently retired from a major U.S. airline.
Nikko Deloney
Nikko is a dedicated member of the P.C.I.T.I Leadership and Instructional Team. He has spent the past few years of his life assisting in restoring besieged communities locally and regionally. Currently, he manages the Pico Guidance Center in Mid-City Los Angeles and provides services ranging from youth development, intervention/prevention sessions, mentoring, community feed- the-needs, and a host of others. His mission truly defines the work of providing hope, restoring communities, and curbing violence through proactive solutions and self-determination as it relates to the field of Community Violence Intercession.
Alan Hamilton
Deputy Chief Alan Hamilton was born in Los Angeles, California. He has attended several colleges and universities and has a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Management. He worked as an Officer in Patrol, Special Enforcement Group, CRASH, Vice, Prostitution Enforcement Detail, Field Training Officer and Burglary Auto Theft Division. As a Detective, he worked in Major Assault Crimes, CRASH, Homicide, Property Crimes Detail Coordinator and Auto Crimes Table Coordinator. As a Sergeant, he worked as a Patrol Supervisor, Assistant Watch Commander, Hollywood Vice Supervisor and Special Enforcement Unit (Gang) Supervisor. He later worked as a Lieutenant in Patrol, Gang Impact Team; Detective Commanding Officer and Burglary Task Force; and Assistant Commanding Officer of Scientific Investigation Division.
In 2014, Chief Hamilton was promoted to Captain and was assigned as the Commanding Officer to West Valley Patrol Division and later assigned to Topanga Patrol Division. In this assignment, he and his officers mentored 18 Police Cadets through a training and preparedness regimen to complete the 2016 Los Angeles Marathon. This effort resulted in 16 of the 18 cadets completing the LA Marathon alongside Chief Hamilton and the officers from Topanga Area and their families. Chief Hamilton then transferred to Recruitment and Employment Division. He was instrumental in raising the sworn deployment above 10,000 for the first time in the Los Angeles Police Department’s (LAPD) History. He was then assigned to Force Investigation Division, where he was later promoted to Commander.
After his assignment to Force Investigation Group as a Commander, he was transferred to serve as the Assistant Commanding Officer of Operations-Valley Bureau in 2018. He promoted to Deputy Chief on July 4, 2021, and he is now assigned as the Commanding Officer of the Bureau.
Chief Hamilton has been a State of California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Instructor Development Institute instructor for many years, and was awarded the California POST Excellence in Instruction Award in 2003. He provided instruction for California POST and LAPD in the areas of: Interview and Interrogation; Technology in Law Enforcement; and Gang Awareness. He has also been a long-time member of the LAPD Mentor Program which provides career guidance and assistance to other sworn and civilian members of the Department. In 2019, he was named the Los Angeles Woman Police Officers and Associates’ (LAWPOA) Mentor of the Year for his dedication and commitment to mentoring women on the Department. Chief Hamilton also oversaw the implementation of the Cyber Crime Consortium, a joint project between the LAPD, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, and the University of Southern California Viterbi Information Sciences Institute.
Chief Hamilton completed the State of California POST Robert Presley Institute of Criminal Investigation Certification in Homicide and Computer Crimes Investigations. He is a graduate of the Sherman Block Supervisory Leadership Institute, a graduate of the LAPD West Point Leadership Program, and he also completed the California POST Management Course.
Chief Hamilton is an active participant in many Department athletic events, which include the Baker to Vegas Challenge Cup Relay for over twenty years. In addition, he has competed in the Los Angeles Police Revolver and Athletic Club (LAPRAAC) Bench Press Contest and regularly plays in the LAPRAAC Intradepartmental Basketball League.
Nekisha Kee
Nekisha Michelle Kee, MSW, ACSW, is a psychotherapist, author, speaker, entrepreneur, and PsyD student in Clinical Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Becoming a mother at 14 years old shaped her passion for resilience, healing, and helping others transform adversity into possibility. Her personal journey of reinvention after trauma, combined with decades of leadership in mental health and social services administration, informs both her clinical work and public speaking.
Nekisha is the founder and CEO of NMK Global Enterprise LLC and Melanin BLISS Abroad, a travel company dedicated to cultural connection, healing retreats, and transformative experiences. A bestselling author of The Ready Woman, Diary of a Ready Woman I, and Diary of a Ready Woman II, where she uses narrative storytelling to give voice to women's experiences of love, loss, healing, and personal transformation. She is the creator of the Bounce Back Behavior and Climb to BLISS frameworks.
Her work and insights have been featured by KTLA 5 News Los Angeles, The Tamron Hall Show, HGTV, Ebony, and SUCCESS Magazine. Nekisha is especially passionate about helping Black plus-size women heal relationship trauma, reclaim their dating dignity, and create lives rooted in Beauty, Love, Intuition, Sensuality, and Significance.
Nicole Kluemper
Nicole Kluemper is a child psychologist and Navy veteran who lives in San Diego, California.
She works at a community clinic near the University of San Diego, where she earned her
undergraduate degree. Nicole earned her graduate degree from Alliant International University,
San Diego.
Jason LeDuc
Jason LeDuc is a retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, leadership strategist, and founder of LeDuc Leadership & Media Group. With twenty years of military leadership experience, Jason now trains managers and executives in nonprofit, government, healthcare, and community organizations to build high-performance cultures that sustain people through difficult work. He is the host of The Leader's Mindset podcast and mentor with StartupNV.
Michael Levittan
Dr. Michael (Levittan) is recognized expert on domestic violence, child abuse, anger management, and PTSD. He is a licensed psychotherapist and the director of the batterers’ treatment program, T.E.A.M. Dr. Levittan serves as an expert witness for the courts and has been providing seminars for UCLA Extension, National Alliance Mental Illness, International Conference Violence, Abuse, Trauma, L.A. Superior Court, Inter-Agency Council on Child Abuse Neglect, California Association Marriage Family Therapists, U.S. Marines, Women’s Shelters. His media appearances include Tyra Banks, Inside Edition, ABC News,
Starting Over, Bad Girls Club, Montel Williams, Robert Irvine Show, Politico.com, Hollywood 411, and the documentary “Golden Opportunity of Child Development.” Dr. Michael’s publications include “The History of Infanticide” in Violence in Society, a chapter on Suicide and Domestic Violence in the IVAT
volume; and a chapter on “Male Conditioning” in the book “His History, Her Story.” He launched the Global Peace Committee for National Partnership to End Interpersonal Violence. Podcasts include “Fathers Raising Daughters,” “Me Too” Movement, “Gender Expectations in the 21 st Century.” Dr. Michael chairs a Gun Violence Prevention committee. His passion is evident in writings, presentations,
and media appearances.
James “Blue” Marks
James Marks is a proud Father of four who began his career as many others by having to work his way up from the bottom. He watched his single-mother and became inspired by her strength to work two jobs to support the family. This impression left James with “no excuses” to achieve great things. He became highly recognized by building a reputation, becoming a man of strong influence within his community, including surrounding cities within Los Angeles County, and abroad. James is a community developer who has dedicated his life to seeing the revitalization and self-empowerment of communities and believes that networking is the key to building a strong community foundation. Mr. Marks was approached by a young man from his community named Calvin Broadus, aka “Snoop Dogg” and he then became a theme name, character, and real-life person whom, Snoop Dogg rapped about in his lyrics, referenced as “Blue” on his multi-platinum albums and billboard chart topping hit singles. He began to realize while working with Snoop Dogg and while coaching football at Long Beach Polytechnic High School the power of influence and how sports and entertainment celebrities impact the lives of others. James began to understand how his personal relationships with entertainers and athletes could be utilized to facilitate his true passion in helping others by uplifting and restoring communities. Mr. Marks organized and participated in various community events such as Life Skills/Football Camps, Speaking Engagements and Presentations, Walk to Fight Obesity, Cancer awareness at Boys and Girls Clubs, and Schools. Defying insurmountable odds, the relationships Mr. Marks has fostered with educators, scholars, business professionals, athletes, government officials and entertainers, which he calls the “Dreamakers dreamteam”, has allowed him to complete a number of achievements. Some of these achievements include becoming a certified first responder with the City of Los Angeles Fire Department, worked with today’s top professional sports agents as a mentor to their athletes, being the director of operations and a board member for Camp Go Hard Los Angeles, and a receiving a certification from the Professional Community Intervention Training Institute City of Los Angeles. By being a mentee under Aquil Basheer, the founder of the Professional Community Intervention Training Institute, James grew his passion and skills for helping others while identifying just how he could do that. With Aquil’s support Mr. Marks started Konnectink. which is both brand development and professional advisory services that helps individuals maximize and capitalize on their talent through philanthropy and strategic partnerships. In addition to his company of Konnectink, James is also an advocate for educating others about what trauma is and increasing awareness about how trauma occurs in underserved communities. James is truly a fighter and a voice for those who cannot be heard. You can also read his story in the book Barbra and My Boys: Life Stories of Change, Community and Purpose.
Mike Miller
Mike is an independently licensed professional clinical counselor in Ohio, where he works with adult clients at Meeting Point Counseling, LLC. Values exploration is an important component of the work he does to help clients make meaningful changes in their lives. Prior to transitioning to mental health counseling in 2018, Mike had a diverse career in physics, medicine, and engineering, working with individuals and groups from various cultures and countries around the world. His career shift was inspired by his volunteer work with male survivors and witnessing their profound resilience.
He is extensively trained in trauma-informed and trauma-focused approaches including EMDR and working with male survivors of sexual assault, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and addiction treatment across both in-person and telehealth modalities. Mike's clinical experience spans community mental health, crisis counseling, and private practice. He is an active member of the American Counseling Association, the Ohio Counseling Association, and the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science, as well as an emeritus member of the American Association of Physicists in Medicine.
Miguel Montelongo
Miguel Montelongo (he/him/el) is an Orange County-based educator, musician, and mental health therapist-in-training. He is currently pursuing a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy at the University of Southern California. He also works as an office administrator for a local church whose values center around being open, welcoming, and affirming, and whose mission is rooted in social justice.
He received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from California State University, Long Beach. His work there in the Disability Justice Lab further developed and informed his interests in the importance of a person’s lived experiences in research and beyond.
Ashley Nance
Ashley Nance is a special education teacher and mother of five. In her classroom and her home, she creates safe, trusting environments where children feel empowered to communicate however they can and be heard. Through ReVoice Communication, she helps parents, siblings, teachers, and caregivers of individuals with speech delays and disabilities do the same. Her work with non-speaking individuals, along with teaching experience in China and Taiwan, shapes her approach to helping vulnerable populations find and use their voice. She and her family live in Michigan.
Gonzalo Perez
Gonzalo Perez (he/him/el) is a Los Angeles–based mental health professional with over 20 years of experience serving low-income communities throughout LA County. His work has always been centered on showing up for people who need support the most, especially those navigating complex systems with limited access to care. He is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at USC, building on decades of hands-on experience with formal clinical training. His goal is to continue strengthening his skills while staying rooted in community-based, client-centered care.
Gonzalo has spent much of his career working with nonprofit organizations contracted with the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health, providing direct services to individuals and families across diverse communities. His approach is practical, compassionate, and grounded in real-world experience. He understands the challenges people face not only clinically but also socially, culturally, and economically.
In his current role, Gonzalo provides crisis intervention throughout Los Angeles County, supporting adults and children with disabilities, including those with autism. His work often involves high-stress situations that require patience, empathy, and clear judgment. He is known for his ability to connect quickly with clients, de-escalate crises, and work collaboratively with families and service teams.
Gonzalo approaches his work with humility and a deep belief in people’s resilience. His career has been shaped by a steady commitment to providing compassionate support, helping individuals and families move through difficult experiences with care, respect, and dignity.
Anthony Porter
A man truly dedicated to changing the state of his community from violence to peace. Once a part of the gang problem, now a part of the solution. His unwavering support of this work encompasses what it means to conduct Gang Intervention. He is a member of the P.C.I.T.I Leadership Team and has utilized his personal transformation to ensure he upholds the creed of restoring hope and effecting positive change in his community.
Tommie “Ttop” Rivers
One refined and committed individual in restoring peace to traumatized and violent-prone communities, Tommie has re-dedicated his life to community restoration. He is an abundance of positivity in the lives of youth and young adults he touches. He is not only a member of the phenomenal Instructional and Leadership Team of P.C.I.T.I but he also coaches, speaks, and gives every bit of himself to his community and those in need.
Melissa Stepanian
Melissa Stepanian, M.S., earned her Master's in Forensic Psychology with a concentration in Police Psychology. Her work centers on trauma, resilience, and the development of innovative conceptual frameworks. Drawing from experience across education, foster care, and first responder settings, she enjoys exploring new perspectives on psychological healing.
Terrall Tillman
Terrall E. Tillman is the CEO/Founder of LESSONZ LEARNED & best-selling Author of “Formula For Success Reentry-030”. Born & raised in South Central Los Angeles & schooled in LA & two neighboring cities of Inglewood & Compton he is a advocate for education & is a ReEntry Expert & Educator, a Certified Anger Management Instructor, Creative Writer via Mount Marty University, RADT I (Residential Drug & Alcohol Tech), Competent Communicator via Toastmaster International, Motivational Speaker & Adversity & Corrections Coach. Mr. Tillman is also a Certified Member of FEMA and the California LA Peacekeeper Collective & Professional Community Based Public Safety / Violence Interdiction Specialist via PCITI / BUILD. Mr. Tillman is an entrepreneur with two LLC’s to date after serving over 20 years incarcerated including 19 years in federal prison and 1 and 1 ⁄ 2 years in juvenile facilities. Presently Mr. Tillman is the Reentry Manager and Court liaison at LA CADA the Los Angeles Center for Alcohol and Drug Abuse where he facilitates Reducing Recidivism Groups in addition to being a mentor and educator to hundreds of people nationwide.
Debra Warner
Dr. Debra Warner, Ph.D., Psy.D., is a licensed psychologist, organizational leadership consultant, professor, TEDx speaker, author, humanitarian, and Founder & CEO of Dr. Debra LLC and the Male Trauma Institute (MTI). For more than three decades, she has dedicated her career to addressing trauma, violence, mental health, criminal justice, and social inequity through education, leadership, advocacy, and community collaboration.
Dr. Warner holds five university degrees, including doctorates in Organizational Leadership and Forensic Psychology and two master’s degrees from Columbia University. Her extensive career spans forensic psychology, higher education, corrections, law enforcement, organizational consulting, and community intervention. She has mentored thousands of students, chaired 44 doctoral dissertations, authored and contributed to numerous books and scholarly publications, and presented nationally and internationally.
Dr. Warner is also the founder of the SCRIPT Conference, a multidisciplinary initiative focused on community resilience, intervention, prevention, and training. Through Dr. Debra LLC, SCRIPT, and MTI, she continues to advance trauma-informed practices, professional education, violence prevention, and sustainable community change
He has served as an adjunct instructor at the Carl Holmes Executive Development Institute since 1993 where he has trained thousands of firefighters from around the nation in leadership, diversity management and inclusion, executive coaching, public education, and risk management. Since 1998, he has also served as an adjunct instructor at the National Fire Academy, teaching subjects to firefighters from around the country including leadership, diversity, public education, and cultural competency in the fire service.
actices, professional education, violence prevention, and sustainable community change.
The SCRIPT Conference