Chanelle E. Wallace Email and Phone Number
I am a proactive, driven leader and hands-on mentor with 20+ years of experience overseeing complex investigations in the US and abroad. I design programs and mobilize teams to protect organizations—and people—from risk, threats, and noncompliance.Throughout my career, I have directed international investigations resulting in arrests, seizures, and the disruption of criminal networks. I have conducted internal audits and investigations addressing sensitive workplace issues such as theft and noncompliance. In addition, I have advised senior officials in US and foreign government, law enforcement, and industry on improving investigative capabilities.My background also includes unique training and experience as a polygrapher. At one point, I was the exclusive polygraph examiner resource for two large-scale divisions. I enhanced and augmented security by assessing the credibility of employees, confidential sources, criminal defendants, and international counterparts.These experiences—together with my background as a trusted, people-centric leader and trainer—have allowed me to make a significant impact in different professional environments.Highlights include:• Steering high-stakes investigations and enforcement efforts in the Americas, Caribbean, and Africa.• Revamping and revitalizing investigative programs, including a 25-member vetted unit of host-nation law enforcement and intelligence agents in Nigeria.• Partnering with stakeholders in government, law enforcement, and business to lead successful investigations into fraud, corruption, drug trafficking, financial crimes, violent offences, and the diversion of legally produced pharmaceutical controlled substances.• Forging partnerships and strengthening existing relationships—often creating connections where none existed before.• Expanding investigative capabilities, strengthening enforcement, enhancing security, and closing performance gaps as a leader, advisor, trainer, and mentor.Additional credentials:– Top Secret (TS) Security Clearance– MS in Mental Health Counseling, BS in Criminal Justice, BS in Psychology– Accredited Polygraph Examiner: graduate of the Defense Academy for Credibility Assessment (DACA) Polygraph School
Drug Enforcement Administration
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Supervisory Special Agent/ Diversion Investigations & ComplianceDrug Enforcement Administration Jul 2022 - PresentLas Vegas, Nevada, United StatesReturned to the US, earned a promotion, and pivoted to a new area of investigations to prevent, detect, and investigate the diversion of pharmaceutical controlled substances among DEA registrants: doctors, pharmacies, manufacturers, distributors, etc. Provide strategic and hands-on leadership of investigations into drug diversion and fraud, working with colleagues at multiple sites as well as law enforcement and government agencies at the federal, state, and local levels.Manage a diverse and hard-working team of agents, law enforcement officers, and civilians in conducting thorough, results-oriented audits, inspections, and investigations. Enforce compliance with laws and regulations such as the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and Code of Federal Regulations.Allocate a multimillion-dollar budget, track statistics, and implement bold solutions to solve problems and overcome challenges as they arise.Select milestones:• Seamlessly transition to a new aspect of investigations and compliance management—pharmaceutical drug diversion—rounding out an extensive career in investigative leadership, security, and compliance.• Lead teams in executing programs and operations in the private sector.• Collaborate with government agencies and legal experts to investigate and mitigate potential threats involving fraud, corruption, and counterfeiting, among other crimes. • Direct workplace audits to assist pharmacies in resolving issues of theft, fraud, and sensitive employee matters.• Provide ongoing and ever-present coaching and mentoring to team members to boost performance and morale, and develop future leaders. -
Country Attache, West AfricaDrug Enforcement Administration Jan 2019 - Jul 2022Lagos, Lagos State, NigeriaDeveloped and managed investigative and enforcement efforts in the complex West Africa region—many aspects of which are notorious for high-level corruption and exploitation. Drove change and improvement as the senior official for counternarcotics and drug-related money laundering in eight countries.Advised senior leaders such as US Ambassadors, and established strong, productive relationships with FBI, CIA, Department of State, and regional security offices as well as host-nation government and law enforcement officials. Presented strategies and briefings to agencies in US and foreign government, law enforcement, and defense including key stakeholders from Australia, Canada, and the UK.Oversaw DEA’s partnership with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency in Nigeria. Led a 25-member SIU unit —a vetted group of local-nation law enforcement and intelligence professionals who collaborate with DEA agents on criminal investigations. Managed budgets, facilities, and training for the SIU in Nigeria, and offered guidance in optimizing strategies and scaling programs across West Africa. Supervised, mentored, and rallied eight direct reports.• Led transnational investigations in one of the world’s most corrupt regions.• Rebuilt, reorganized, and re-trained the SIU, establishing a trustworthy group of extensively vetted, newly instructed members who worked together to bring down criminal networks.• Launched a judicial wire intercept program and joint task force of US, Nigerian, and UK enforcement groups.• Supervised start-up of 42 criminal investigations (compared to 15 in the prior 2 yrs) and the onboarding of 10 new confidential sources. Presided over 170 arrests, the dismantling of 8 clandestine laboratories, & the interception of approximately $56M in illegal revenue.• Enhanced the sharing of information and intelligence among government and enforcement agencies—both foreign and domestic. This effort resulted in the successful captures of “red notice” fugitives.
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Acting Country Attache, Caribbean DivisionDrug Enforcement Administration Jun 2016 - Jan 2019Port Of Spain, Trinidad And TobagoTransitioned to a new position as Acting Country Attaché for the Caribbean Division, based out of Port of Spain. Influenced and enhanced investigations and enforcement as primary liaison and advisor to US Ambassadors and other US and foreign government leaders.Proposed strategies and led operations to minimize risk, enrich security, and deepen compliance throughout this diverse international region. Key successes:• Balanced high-level leadership and advisory work with a sizeable caseload of investigations.• Recognized the need to improve and expand capabilities in Tobago, and spearheaded important changes. Secured funding for instruction and equipment, overhauled the training program, and infused new energy into operations—successfully reducing homicides and increasing the focus on trafficking organizations.• Teamed up with international law enforcement groups to investigate and dismantle organizations involved in drug trafficking, financial crime, violent offenses, and/or political corruption.• Secured crucial funding to support operations in West Africa; skillfully and transparently managed budgets with monies obtained from 8+ distinct agencies and organizations, each with their own stringent allocation requirements.
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Acting Group Supervisor, Caribbean DivisionDrug Enforcement Administration Jun 2013 - Jun 2016San Juan, Puerto RicoRelocated to San Juan, Puerto Rico, to advance the DEA’s vision and goals in the Caribbean, with impact around the world. Steered investigations and enforcement as acting supervisor of several groups: the Special Support Unit, Asset Forfeiture Group, and the Airport Investigations & Tactical Team Task Force (AirTAT).As acting head of AirTAT, mobilized and coordinated up to 40 agents from the FBI, Homeland Security Investigations, US Postal Inspection Service, and local municipalities in planning and executing operations that tracked and ultimately dismantled illicit organizations running drugs, weapons, human cargo, counterfeit documents, illicit proceeds, etc., through major and regional airports.A few touchpoints:• Improved performance across all metrics including newly launched investigations as well as number of arrests, and value of drug and asset seizures.• Earned recognition for initiating cases that made a notable difference: all new AirTAT initiatives were presented as federal Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) investigations to the United States Attorney Office under the National Strategy for Aviation Security (NSAS) initiative.• Inspired change and bolstered performance as key member of the Airport Action Team, a committee composed of the DEA’s airport groups around the world. Shared airport interdiction trends, leads, and practices, which were adopted by other divisions and increased both seizures and arrests in places like New York and Fort Lauderdale.• Fostered positive working relationships with government officials and law enforcement agencies, as well as private businesses.
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Trainer And RecruiterDrug Enforcement Administration Jun 2010 - Jun 2013Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesRecruited, onboarded, and trained qualified candidates to become skilled investigators and high-performing Special Agents. Educated new recruits, creating a broad foundation of knowledge and establishing the groundwork for success. Represented the agency with professionalism and enthusiasm—promoting its mission while appealing to new and potential employees.
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Polygraph ExaminerDrug Enforcement Administration Apr 2007 - Jun 2010Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, And Detroit, Michigan, United StatesExcelled as the sole Polygrapher for 2 DEA divisions. Implemented rigorous security procedures and best practices by assessing the credibility of employees, confidential sources, and international counterparts—determining eligibility for employment and access to classified information. Provided polygraph services with uncompromising integrity and reliability, effectively protecting the agency and advancing both national and organizational interests.
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Special Agent/ Criminal InvestigatorDrug Enforcement Administration Dec 1997 - Apr 2007Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United StatesWorked with colleagues and federal, state, and local law enforcement to investigate and take down criminal networks. Influenced all aspects of operations: conducted research, managed informants, compiled evidence, and interviewed subjects and witnesses—changing direction and solving problems as needed, every step of the way
Chanelle E. Wallace Education Details
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Mental Health Counseling -
Defense Academy For Credibility Assessment (Daca) Polygraph SchoolGraduate -
Criminal Justice
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Psychology
Frequently Asked Questions about Chanelle E. Wallace
What company does Chanelle E. Wallace work for?
Chanelle E. Wallace works for Drug Enforcement Administration
What is Chanelle E. Wallace's role at the current company?
Chanelle E. Wallace's current role is Global Investigations & Security Leadership | Risk & Compliance Management | Trusted Leader, Advisor, Investigator & Trainer | Accredited Polygraph Examiner | Top Secret Security Clearance.
What schools did Chanelle E. Wallace attend?
Chanelle E. Wallace attended Long Island University, Defense Academy For Credibility Assessment (Daca) Polygraph School, Long Island University, Long Island University.
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