Owner at Cajen Concepts, LLC (2015-01 – Present)
- Oversight of all aspects of business development, strategic planning, brand management, and daily operations.
- Product sourcing and inventory management, e-commerce administration, marketing and content creation, customer relations, vendor partnerships, and financial oversight.
- Development and growth of Hurricane Life Supply Co., a preparedness-focused brand dedicated to providing hurricane, storm, and emergency readiness supplies while promoting a resilient coastal lifestyle.
- Website management and operations, digital marketing campaigns, social media strategy, product selection, and customer engagement to ensure a positive brand experience and sustainable business growth.
- Creation and management of partnerships with organizations, influencers, and brands, development of promotional campaigns, oversight of fulfillment and logistics, and ensure compliance with applicable business regulations.
- Expansion of brand awareness and sales.
Chief of Police at New College of Florida Police Department (2022-04 – 2026-04)
- Direct and manage sworn and non-sworn personnel to ensure effective law enforcement.
- Coordinate daily operations of the department to provide a safe environment for students, staff, faculty, and visitors.
- Budget management.
- Oversight of all internal and administrative investigations.
- Ensure enforcement of federal, state, and local laws and ordinances within the scope of policy and jurisdiction.
- Oversee investigations of criminal activities that occur within jurisdiction and support other agencies conducting investigations.
- Serve as a liaison to state and local enforcement agencies and juvenile authorities.
- Enforce department safety procedures including procedures for safe handling and use of firearms.
- Assess critical needs and provide administrative direction and leadership to assigned staff for the operations, financial, and personnel resources to effectively support departmental goals, increase effectiveness, and improve performance.
- Foster collegiality and team building among department personnel and ensure effective and quick resolution of conflicts among department personnel.
- Accreditation Manager (International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators) IACLEA.
- Clery Compliance Coordinator for New College of Florida and University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee.
- Implemented a Drone Unit and secured a grant to fund the purchase of two Skydio drones to assist with enhancing safety and security.
- Implemented an internship program for students interested in pursuing employment in criminal justice/law enforcement.
- Ensured that all reports mandated by federal, state, and local laws are submitted as required.
Sergeant at New College of Florida Police Department (2015-06 – 2022-04)
- Served as Acting Captain and/or Acting Chief as required.
- Conducted all internal affairs and administrative investigations.
- Secured a COPS (Community Oriented Policing Services) grant award of $74,972.00 from the U.S. Department of Justice for "Supporting Law Enforcement in Seeking Accreditation".
- Implemented Automated Observation Reports and Evaluations (ADORE) for field training.
- Trained and mentored staff in the capacity as a Field Training Officer on correct procedures to maximize efficiency and public trust.
- Function in a Human Resources capacity to maintain schedules via the review and approval of timesheets.
- Drafted, reviewed, and approved paperwork for case files submitted by officers to verify accuracy and conformance to strict policies.
- Conducted interviews and oversaw all pre-employment background investigations for sworn and non-sworn applicants.
- Accreditation Manager (International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators) IACLEA.
- Implemented pre-employment background investigation software (Guardian) and scheduling software (ScheduleAnywhere).
- Monitored radio transmissions ensuring expeditious response time in the interest of public safety.
- Coordinated and participated in a wide variety of events, both on campus and in the greater community to represent the police department and university.
- Completed quarterly inspections of uniforms, equipment and patrol vehicles and annual performance evaluations for sworn and non-sworn personnel.
- Spearheaded duties pertaining to property and evidence technicians.
- Served on the police department's General Order Review Committee and as the department's representative for the Sarasota County Sexual Assault Response Team (SART).
- Maintained police department's property and evidence room for storage of items confiscated on property.
- Conducted proactive patrol and coordinated police ride alongs for members of the community.
