2024 Tom Clements Innovation & Michael Francke Career Achievement Award Recipients
Congratulations to Commissioner Randall Liberty, the 2024 recipient of the Tom Clements Award! His great achievements and efforts greatly reflect the values of this prestigious award.
Congratulations to Secretary Todd Ishee with the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction, recipient of the Michael Francke Career Achievement Award. Well Deserved!
North Dakota prison director receives national award for
'paving the way' to better prison culture
Colby Braun was presented Thursday with the Charles Colson Advocate of Hope Award from Prison Fellowship, the nation's biggest Christian nonprofit advocating for criminal justice reform.
A great big welcome to Louisiana Secretary Gary Westcott. Governor Jeff Landry announced that Gary Westcott will serve as the Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections (DOC). Gary Westcott most recently served as the Deputy Secretary of DOC.
“At a time where public safety is a top priority for citizens across our state, I can think of no better person to lead the Department of Public Safety and Corrections than Gary Westcott. He has the leadership, experience, and knowledge that is necessary to ensure this department is running in an efficient and effective manner,” said Governor Jeff Landry.
The DC Department of Corrections, in collaboration with D.C. United and the Twinning Project, is launching a groundbreaking program to bring soccer-based leadership and education to the incarcerated. This initiative will enhance well-being and help prepare for successful reentry into the community through the power of sports.
We are excited to announce our first-ever CLA Technology Conference, April 2025 in Charleston, South Carolina! After receiving countless requests from CLA Directors, we're proud to bring this much-anticipated event to life. Your passion for innovation has inspired us! Join us for a groundbreaking event focused on cutting-edge security technologies, from drone mitigation to contraband cellphones, body scanners, tasers, mail scanners, GPS, and so much more! Our exhibitor hall on site will be a hub of cutting-edge solutions, offering you the chance to see, touch, and experience them firsthand.
Governor Maura Healey has announced the appointment of Shawn Jenkins as Massachusetts Department of Correction Commissioner. Congratulations Commissioner Jenkins on this well-deserved appointment!
Governor-elect Mike Braun has appointed Lloyd Arnold as the new Commissioner of the Indiana Department of Correction! Congratulations, Commissioner Arnold!
Governor Cox has appointed Jared Garcia as the new Executive Director of the Utah Department of Corrections.
We are excited to welcome Bree Derrick as the new Director of Idaho Correction, as announced by Governor Brad Little.
