Vicki is currently a Training Administrator for the Gulf Coast Consortia, an inter-institutional cooperative located in the Texas Medical Center that supports training biomedical researchers. She provides workshops and materials to develop skills and insights into effective communication in challenging situations. Ms. Alger brings her background as a former Assistant Professor of Psychology for over 15 years and her extensive experience in program leadership to facilitate learning and understanding of impactful concepts. She is a Texas A&M former student (Whoop!), has a specialist degree in School Psychology, and is a former licensed Psychological Associate with the state of Texas.
Daniel is a dedicated law enforcement professional with over 16 years of service at the Bryan Police Department. A veteran of the U.S. Army, Daniel proudly served for four years, during which he deployed multiple times to Afghanistan. Following his military service, he pursued a higher education, earning an associate’s degree from Blinn College before embarking on his career in law enforcement. Daniel began his tenure with the Bryan Police Department as a Patrol Officer, a role he held for seven years. During this time, he conducted numerous preliminary investigations into a wide range of crimes, including family and domestic violence, strangulation, theft, burglary, robbery, sexual assaults, kidnapping, homicide, stalking and indecency with a child, among others. His extensive experience on patrol honed his investigative skills and deepened his commitment to public safety. Currently, Detective Amaya serves as a Sexual Assault Investigator, where he has taken on the role of lead investigator in complex cases involving online solicitation of minors, adult and child sexual assaults and indecency with a child, His expertise, compassion, and relentless pursuit of justice make him a vital asset to the Bryan Police Department and the community he serves.
Brian has been an assistant district attorney for over 24 years. He has worked for the Brazos County District Attorney’s Office since 2003 and is currently the First Assistant. Brian has prosecuted hundreds of felony cases including intoxicated manslaughter, sexual assault, murder and capital murder. He serves in several training roles through the Texas District and County Attorneys Association including a faculty advisor for new prosecutor training. He has also trained attorneys for the State Bar of Texas as well as past Every Victim Every Time Conferences. Brian is a dedicated prosecutor who has a heart for victims and their families.
Bronwyn graduated from the University of Texas Law School in 2005 and she is the Chief Legal Officer of the Texas Advocacy Project and the Founder of their Teen Justice Initiative, a program that advocates for teen victims of dating violence. Blake was awarded the first UT Faculty Fellowship in Public Interest Law from the William Wayne Justice Center to start this valuable work. In 2016, Blake was awarded the Texas Access to Justice Commission’s James B. Sales Boots on the Ground Award for her legal services work. She is also a graduate of Leadership Austin’s Emerge Program for young leaders and the former President of the Young Women’s Alliance, a professional organization in Austin, Texas. She has served as an officer on the board of Girlstart, an organization that empowers girls in science, technology, engineering, and math and as the President of the Balcones Hills Women’s Club, the oldest neighborhood association in Austin. She is an adjunct professor at UT Law teaching “Domestic Violence and the Law.”
Kristin is the Domestic Violence Resource Prosecutor for the Texas District and County Attorney’s Association, the premier training organization for prosecutors and law enforcement in the State of Texas. Prior to joining TDCAA, she was a prosecutor for over 17 years serving in both rural and mid-major jurisdictions. Most recently she served as the Chief of the 272nd District Court in Brazos County. During her career, she has prosecuted hundreds of offenses ranging from misdemeanors to murder, with a special passion for cases involving families and intoxication. Kristin has taught courses on investigating and prosecuting domestic violence, crimes against children, intoxication and trial advocacy throughout the State of Texas, including for the Texas District and County Attorney Association, the State Bar of Texas, the Department of Family and Protective Services, the Department of Public Safety Crime Lab and Texas A&M College of Nursing Forensic Nursing Program. She has also served as a guest lecturer at The University of Texas at Austin.
Jamie is the division chief of the Human Trafficking and Child Exploitation Division of the Harris County District Attorney’s Office, where she supervises seven prosecutors that handle all of the human trafficking, possession of child pornography, and online solicitation of a child cases in Harris County. Jamie joined the Harris County District Attorney's Office in 2008, and has spent time in various division, including Human Trafficking, Adult Sex Crimes, Felony Trial Bureau, and Homicide, and has tried over 50 felony cases in her career. Prior to joining the Harris County District Attorney’s Office, she graduated from Texas A&M University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, and received her law degree from the University of Virginia School of Law
Kara has been a prosecutor for over 22 years and has spent her entire career prosecuting in the Brazos County District Attorney’s Office. She currently serves as the court chief for the 85th District Court, supervising attorneys in all types of felony cases. Kara has prosecuted hundreds of felony cases including numerous child sexual abuse cases, human trafficking cases and juvenile cases. She provides training for prosecutors and law enforcement agencies locally and statewide. She serves on the Child Advocacy Center Multidisciplinary Task Force as well as the Brazos Valley Child Abduction Response Team. Through this experience, Kara has developed a passion for advocating for children in the criminal justice system.
Crystal has been a registered nurse in labor and delivery for over 25 years. As a labor and delivery nurse, she discovered her love of forensic nursing and in 2016 became certified by the States of Texas as a SANE nurse in both adult and pediatric. In 2022 she earned her national certification in adult and pediatric. In 2021, she became the co-coordinator of the forensic department at Baylor Scott and White. She works alongside 10 forensic nurses providing care for victims of violence in the Brazos Valley. Crystal received the “Top 10 Nurse” award in 2018 and 2019 for the care that she provides for her patients and her support to the community. She is an active member of multiple multidisciplinary teams within the community. Crystal helps with education of the community including law enforcement, advocates, and other medical professionals on Forensic Nursing, including the sexual assault exam, domestic violence, child abuse and strangulation. She is obtained her Master’s in Forensics at Texas A&M in May 2024.
Captain Dail began her career with the Travis County Sheriff’s Office in 1999 and earned her Texas Peace Officer’s License in 2002. Her tenure as an officer and supervisor has included assignments in correctional housing, security of a correctional complex, the transport of prisoners, and management of a building primarily dedicated to housing inmates experiencing mental health conditions. She currently holds the rank of lieutenant and oversees the operations of a booking facility addressing the varied processes related to the initial phases of an arrested party’s incarceration. Christina is certified as a Jail Manager by the American Jail Association and holds certificates from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement to include Master Peace Officer, Master Jailer, Mental Health Officer, and Instructor.
Tonika is an Assistant District Attorney at the Brazos County District Attorney's Office. She currently serves as an ADA assigned to the 85th District Court. Previously she served as the chief of the juvenile division in the office. Her passion for criminal law and fighting for justice on behalf of victims developed early. Tonika graduated from Texas State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice. In 2012 she received her law degree from Thurgood Marshall School of Law in Houston, Texas. Tonika started her career working to assist victims of domestic violence as a family violence prosecutor. Since 2019, she has worked in Brazos County, where her work is centered around all types of criminal cases as well as she serves on the human trafficking task force.
Lindsey served in the field for over 24 years as a specialized child protection worker & supervisor, a dedicated forensic interviewer, and provided oversight of various CAC programs, including establishing the MDT Coordination Program, & oversight for the Client Relations Specialist, Family Advocate, & Forensic Interviewing Programs. She has conducted over 7,500 forensic interviews regarding allegations of child sexual & physical abuse, medical child abuse, witnesses to DV/IPV, trafficking, drug endangered children, & homicides. She identified the need for professional & training services & founded National Forensic Interviewing Network (NFIN) in 2024. She currently works with NFIN to further training, specialized services, & technical support for CAC/CJCs, crisis centers/FJCs, MDTs, & any organization or professional in the fi elds of child abuse or victims of violent crime. She is a proud TCU Alumna with a Bachelor of Science in Social Work & Psychology & has her Master’s Degree in Social Work from University of Texas in Arlington.
Shawn retired from the Burleson County Sheriff’s Office, where he led both the crisis intervention unit and the training division. He currently serves as the President of the Texas CIT Association and as a collaborative council member for the Texas Judicial Commission on Mental Health. With more than 28 years of experience in law enforcement and 19 of those devoted to mental health, Shawn has served a variety of roles including SWAT tactical team member, hostage/crisis negotiator, training coordinator and patrol supervisor. His dedication and leadership have earned him numerous honors throughout his career. In 2016, he was named Officer of the Year in Burleson County. The Texas CIT Association recognized him as the 2020 mental health officer of the year and in 2022, the Texas Association of Counties presented Shawn and Burleson County with a best practices award for their mental health and jail diversion program.
Kendra is the Training & Campus Specialist for the Stalking, Prevention, Awareness, and Resource Center (SPARC). In her role, Kendra specializes in working with colleges and universities to develop effective campus stalking resources. Kendra designs and delivers dynamic trainings to equip students, staff, and faculty with tools to recognize and respond to the unique dynamics of campus stalking and advocate for victims and survivors on campuses. Kendra has a longstanding passion for advocacy in higher education. Prior to joining the SPARC team, Kendra served as Assistant Director of Student Advocacy Services at The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), overseeing the Relationship Violence and Sexual Assault Prevention (RVSP) Program. In this position, Kendra developed educational trainings and programmed campus outreach events around sexual and relationship violence prevention and victim/survivor support for the UTA campus and Tarrant County community. She also had the privilege of mentoring a team of Peer Educators, college students who were leading the movement to end campus gender-based violence and advocating for their peers who identify as victims and/or survivors. Additionally, she supported other programs under Student Advocacy Services, including the LGBTQ+ program, the Maverick Food Pantry, and the Emergency Assistance Program, as well as served on the Behavior Intervention Team. Before UTA, Kendra worked at Hill College as the Perkins Grant Coordinator, supporting historically underserved community college students pursuing career and technical education degrees. Kendra also served as the Academic Coordinator at College Living Experience in Austin, Texas, where she provided academic advocacy and independent living support for college students on the autism spectrum.
Kendra received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Texas A&M University and a Master of Arts in Counseling from St. Edward’s University. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education in Learning and Organizational Change from Baylor University.
Jessica has been an assistant district attorney with the Brazos County District Attorney’s Office since 2007 and currently serves the office as the Chief of the 272nd District Court. During her career, she has prosecuted hundreds of cases with a special passion for cases involving domestic violence, stalking, and sexual assault. Jessica teaches law enforcement agencies and community groups throughout Brazos County about the role of the District Attorney’s Office and how to better prosecute criminal cases. She is the project coordinator for the Lethality Assessment Program that is currently being implemented in Brazos County. She participates in the “Cut It Out” campaign which educates salon employees and stylists on the dynamics of family violence. Jessica has prosecuted several difficult crimes against women cases including those using experts in strangulation as well as domestic violence and sexual assault. She is known throughout the State for her expertise on family violence, bond conditions and protective orders.
Charles “Chuck” Fleeger currently serves as the Executive Director of the Amber Alert Network Brazos Valley, a local non-profit that focuses on local missing children issues, public education and partnering with local law enforcement and other responders in alerting, response and investigative readiness. Chuck retired as an Assistant Chief of Police with the College Station Police Department where he oversaw the Communications Division, Information Services, Support Services, Technical Services and was responsible for a staff of over 40 personnel and a budget of approximately 5 million dollars. Chuck served with College Station PD for over 30 years and completed his career in law enforcement with over 34 years experience with College Station and the United States Army Military Police Corps. Chuck helped to develop his region’s AMBER Alert notification plan (www.aanbv.org) and in 2009 helped lead efforts to develop and train a multi-county Child Abduction Response Team. This team, the Brazos Valley Child Abduction Response Team (www.bvcart.org), sought out and obtained Department of Justice certification in September 2011.
Laura began her career as a prosecutor with the Travis County Attorney’s Office in July 2007, where she spent eight years prosecuting a wide range of misdemeanor cases before moving into the Family Violence Division. In that role, she specialized in exclusively prosecuting domestic violence offenses and had the privilege of serving as the prosecuting attorney for the Domestic Violence High Risk Team, overseeing all designated high-risk misdemeanor cases for nearly 3 years. In March 2020, Laura joined the Williamson County Attorney’s Office as the Criminal Division Chief. In this role, she continues to focus on strengthening prosecution outcomes in domestic violence cases and enhancing protections for victims of abuse. Her professional excellence has been recognized through multiple honors, including being named the 2021 Williamson County Employee of the Year for Professional Leadership
and receiving the Ally for Hope award from Hope Alliance.
Stacey is a Forensic Nurse Examiner with expertise in providing compassionate, evidence-based care to victims and families of trauma, violence, and abuse, including child sex trafficking. A nurse for over 40 years, for the past 13 years she has specialized in forensic nursing, integrating clinical excellence with legal knowledge to support both patient recovery and the pursuit of justice. Certified as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examination (SANE), Stacey works closely with law enforcement, advocacy groups, and legal professionals to ensure that every patient receives trauma-informed care while preserving the integrity of forensic evidence. She has contributed to community outreach programs, educating healthcare staff and the public about recognizing and responding to signs of violence and abuse. Known for an approachable and passionate speaking style, Stacey brings real-world expertise and heartfelt stories to each event, inspiring professionals and communities alike to see the intersection of medicine and justice in a new light.
Ben is the First Assistant District Attorney in Lamar County, Texas. He is responsible for office administration and trial of complex cases, especially child sexual abuse prosecutions, and is board certified in criminal law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. In 2025, he set a Lamar County record for the longest sentence obtained, securing over 1,000 consecutive years in an 80-plus count sexual assault and child pornography case. Before joining the Lamar County DA’s Office in 2017, Kaminar was a prosecutor in the Fannin County District Attorney’s Office in Bonham, Texas from 2011-2017. He was a field artilleryman in the Texas Army National Guard from 2005 through 2018 and deployed to Iraq during 2009-10 followed by service in Japan and on the U.S.-Mexico border. His awards include the Honorable Order of Saint Barbara and the Bronze Star Medal. Kaminar received his Juris Doctor and Master of Arts in International Relations from St. Mary’s University of San Antonio in 2007 and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Central Arkansas in 2004. In 2024, he received a Master of Public Service and Administration degree from the Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University. Kaminar currently serves on the boards of directors for the Children’s Advocacy Center of Paris and Leadership Lamar County, the Law Enforcement Academy Advisory Board at Paris Junior College, the Texas District and County Attorneys Association’s Training Committee, and previously served on the editorial committee for The Texas Prosecutor, TDCAA’s professional journal. He has written several articles for The Texas Prosecutor, including “A Frog Everything is a Deadly Weapon” and “Responding to PCAST-based Attacks on Forensic Science.”
Kimberly is a Retired Detective who served 31 years within the Travis County Sheriff's Office Corrections, Law Enforcement, and Administrative Bureaus. She specialized in investigating non-fatal and non-sexual crimes involving intimate partners and earned the respect of peers for her thorough investigations and dedication to victim safety. Before retiring, she served in Internal Affairs, where she investigated employee misconduct, including Officer-Involved Domestic Violence. Kimberly also served as a Crisis Negotiator, Mental Health Officer, and Adjunct Instructor, providing classroom, practical, and scenario-based training. She founded The Blue Opal Collective to share lessons and experiences from her career, offering tools and strategies to strengthen the response of law enforcement and criminal justice partners.
Chelsea is a doctoral candidate and forensic nurse with multiple certifications, including RN, CNE (certified nurse educator), CHSE (certified healthcare simulation educator), and state and international credentials as a SANE (sexual assault nurse examiner) for adults/adolescents and pediatrics. With over a decade of nursing experience, she conducts forensic examinations and testifies as an expert witness in forensic nursing and non – fatal strangulation at Baylor Scott & White Health. Knutson holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and Biomedical Science from Texas A&M University and a Master’s in Nursing Education from Western Governors University. She is a PhD Candidate at the University of Texas Medical Branch, with her research focusing on non – fatal strangulation in medical forensic care. As faculty at Texas A&M University, she contributed to curriculum development and program management. Knutson has received numerous awards for her contributions to nursing and education, including the Outstanding Former Student Award from Texas A&M University School of Nursing in 2024. She also serves as an RN at Neal Elementary in Bryan ISD.
Erin is an Assistant District Attorney in Lamar County, Texas. She is responsible for felony cases involving children and families as well as the county’s CPS dockets. Lewis was in private practice, specializing in family law and CPS cases from 2014 until joining the DA’s office in 2021. Kaminar received his Juris Doctor from Oklahoma City University School of Law in 2014 and a Bachelor of Arts from the Texas Woman’s University in 2005. Lewis currently serves as the President of the Board of Directors for The Boys and Girls Club of the Red River Valley, the chairman of the Little Ark Learning Center committee at First United Methodist Church, Paris, Texas and serves on the editorial committee for The Texas Prosecutor, TDCAA’s professional journal
Dee began her career at Texas A&M University PD in June 1994 and has served in various roles, including patrol officer, certified bicycle officer, and crime prevention specialist. Following her passion for crime prevention and personal safety, she has been an integral member of the Community Services Unit since 2005. She earned her Master Peace Officer certification in 2003. Dee has been a member of the Central Texas Crime Prevention Association (CTCPA) since 1997 and achieved her certification as a Crime Prevention Specialist (CPS) in 2002. She currently serves as the President of CTCPA and was recently elected to the Executive Board of the Texas Crime Prevention Association (TCPA). During her career, Dee has been recognized for her service and contributions to the community. Notably, she was honored as the Texas A&M University Police Department Officer of the Year in 2001 and received a Police Commendation Award in 2018. That same year, she was also recognized with the Texas A&M University Outstanding Staff Award from the Division of Finance & Operations. CTCPA has also acknowledged her work with awards, including the Willie Tisdale Award in 2002 and the Outstanding CPS Award in 2007 and 2015. Celebrating her remarkable legacy of care and dedication to Aggies, Dee was inducted in 2023 as an Honorary Member of the Federation of Texas A&M University Mothers’ Clubs. Dee has called the Brazos Valley her home since 1994 after graduating from Texas State University in 1992.
Detective Jeffrey Nelson was an experienced law enforcement officer with the Barron County Sheriff’s Department in northwest Wisconsin. He retired in December 2021 after 27 years of service. He worked as a major crimes Detective for 21 years primarily working homicide and death investigation as well as other major crime investigations.
Detective Nelson also served as the Tactical Team Commander for the Barron/Rusk County regional Emergency Response Team (ERT) for approximately 14 years and was a member of the tactical team for over 23 years. Detective Nelson holds a Bachelor’s of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin- River Falls in the field of Criminal Justice and Sociology. He also has advanced training from the Wisconsin - Department
of Justice and FBI in the areas of advanced interviews and interrogations as well as major crime scene investigations. Detective Nelson was also a recent recipient of the 2019 Meritorious Service Award from the Wisconsin Association of Homicide Investigators Association. Detective Nelson also served as a Director for the Wisconsin Law Enforcement Officers Association (WLEOA) for 7 years and was the President of the Barron Area School District –Board of Education for 9 years and serves on multiple other community boards and associations.
Amanda is the Chief Advocacy and Education Officer at Texas Advocacy Project, a statewide nonprofit law firm providing free legal and social services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking. A nationally recognized leader in the movement to end abuse, Amanda brings over 20 years of experience in program development, public policy, and systems advocacy. She leads statewide training initiatives, advances legislative strategies, and builds enduring cross-sector partnerships to expand access to justice. Amanda regularly presents at national and statewide conferences and serves multiple task forces focused on legal reform, systems advocacy, coordinated community response to violence, and maternal health equity.
Dr. Pelletier is an associate professor of practice at Prairie View A&M University. He holds a doctorate in social psychology from the University of Kent in Canterbury, England and received his undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University. His research focuses on policing, mass shootings, and perceptions of violent crime. Among the undergraduate courses he teaches, Forensic Psychology as well as Psychology and Law are among his favorites.
Barbara is a felony prosecutor with the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office. Barbara has been a prosecutor since 2015 where she quickly became drawn to the “human element” of the job – especially connecting and working with victims and survivors. Barbara served the first five years of her career as a misdemeanor prosecutor in the County Attorney’s Office of Chambers County, Texas. She joined the Harris County District Attorney’s Office in the spring of 2020, and during her tenure with that office spent 2.5 years specializing in the Human Trafficking and Adult Sex Crimes Division. In January 2025, she was fortunate to be able to come “home” to the Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office, where she is currently assigned to the felony trial bureau.
Bast is the Program Specialist for the Cybersecurity Center at Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas. He is a cybersecurity professional with experience in digital forensics, security operations, program administration, curriculum development, and instruction. Bast is passionate about supporting students in their career development, improving cybersecurity education, and facilitating hands-on learning. He is an experienced mentor and facilitator, dedicated to fostering ethical, informed leadership in the field. His research interests include network and device security, the psychology of learning, and the intersection of human behavior and cybersecurity.
Gabe is a Human Trafficking Investigator with the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office, assigned to the Brazos Valley Human Trafficking Task Force. Following his service in the US Army, Gabe joined the BCSO and has spent the last ten years as a correctional officer, patrol deputy, SWAT officer, gang/narcotics investigator and trainer before being assigned to the Task Force. Gabe has embraced a trauma-informed, victim-centered approach to his investigations which has aided him in developing trust-based relationships that have greatly improved his investigations as well as allowed him to ensure the best possible outcomes for the victims he encounters.
Jocelyn is a dedicated human services professional with a background in criminal justice, legal advocacy and emergency communications. She currently serves as the bilingual survivor advocate with Unbound Now, where she supports survivors of human trafficking through client advocacy, case coordination, crisis response and trauma-informed services. Her work involves managing sensitive information and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams in high-pressure environments to ensure client safety and access to resources. Jocelyn holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Sam Houston State University and is committed to advocacy, public safety and survivor-centered support.
Jill is a nationally recognized crisis response and emergency services professional with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals, families and communities through trauma, loss and disaster. Her career spans global recovery operations, mental health advocacy and trauma-informed coaching. Jill served as the Director of Personal Effects at Kenyon International Emergency Services where she led domestic and international recovery missions, managed chain-of-custody procedures and trained global response teams. Her work included deployments for major incidents and multiple aviation disasters. She developed and maintained standard operating procedures, oversaw inventory systems and ensured families received personal effects with care and integrity. Jill’s understanding of grief is deeply personal. After the unimaginable loss of her three children, she became a certified trauma and grief coach. Her mission is to walk alongside others in their most vulnerable moments and help them find strength, healing and hope.
Joe has over 32 years’ law enforcement experience. For 16 years, he was employed by
the Sauk County Sheriff’s Office, Wisconsin where he worked in the patrol and detective
divisions. He was promoted and worked as a supervisor of criminal investigations for the last four years with the Sauk County Sheriff’s Office. Joe was employed as a Special Agent with the Wisconsin Department of Justice- Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) for the past 16 years and retired in April 2022. He was assigned to the Major Crimes Bureau, where his primary responsibility involved investigating homicides, missing persons and officer-involved deaths. He was assigned as lead investigator in several high-profile homicides and death investigations. Joe has been employed since August 2022 at RTI International working as a Regional Program
Specialist for the NamUs Program. Since November 2024 he has been the lead on the NamUs Cold Case Advisory Team
Violence prevention and martial arts have been the two primary fields of study for Dmitri since 2011. He holds a master’s degree in higher education from Grand Valley State University and currently teaches Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing and Mixed Martial Arts at Brazos Valley MMA. His experience includes leading women’s self-defense programs, assisting with defensive tactics training with the Brazos County Sheriff’s Office and educating teenagers and young people on consent and healthy relationships. Dmitri’s approach emphasizes that true self-defense extends beyond physical techniques – it requires understanding interpersonal dynamics, risk factors and prevention strategies alongside practical skills. Dmitri is a longtime Teenage Mutant Nija Turtles fan, a childhood influence that helped shape his lifelong interest in martial arts and personal empowerment.
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