I am the Founder and CEO of A New Daylight, where we are shining our light with an attitude of gratitude. Previously, I served as an Executive Leader in Federal Law Enforcement. I am a Contributing Criminal Justice Analyst for the Law and Crime Network and Crime Stories with Nancy Grace.
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Founder And CeoA New DaylightMemphis, Tn, Us -
Founder & CeoA New Daylight Mar 2017 - PresentCordova, Tn -
Warden- RetiredBureau Of Prisons Nov 2020 - Jan 2023Sheridan, Oregon, United States• Served as the SES Chief Executive Officer and was responsible for monitoring activities forcompliance with prison and state regulations. Oversaw 300 correctional facility staffmembers to ensure safety and security of the facility, as well as the proper treatment of1500 inmates.• Used knowledge of corrections facility best practices to perform the administrativefunctions of running a prison. Set prison policies and procedures, including those regardingintake and classification, treatment programs, education or job training, recreation anddiscipline.• Coordinated the response during crisis situations, such as an emergency, a riot or a naturaldisaster. Enforced rules, regulations, policies and laws regarding incarceration andemployee conduct, and maintain records of infractions by staff or inmates.• Assumed responsibility for administering an $60M annual budget by reviewing expendituresand evaluating the success and necessity of prison programs. Assessed the need for newequipment or repairs to the facility in order to maintain the safety of the institution.• Oversaw the processes related to the recruitment and hiring of new staff. Promoted theprofessional development and retention of staff by providing training and encouragement,as well as offering continuous feedback through bi-annual performance evaluations.• Created a virtual new Supervisor training program for all new managers at the institution.
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Complex WardenBureau Of Prisons 2018 - 2020Forrest City, Arkansas, United States• Serve as the SES Chief Executive Officer responsible for monitoring activities for compliancewith prison and state regulations. Oversee 600 correctional facility staff members to ensuresafety and security of the facility, as well as the proper treatment of 3500 inmates.• Use knowledge of corrections facility best practices to perform the administrative functionsof running a prison. Set prison policies and procedures, including those regarding intake andclassification, treatment programs, education or job training, recreation and discipline.• Coordinated the response to COVID-19 and partnered with the Center for Disease Controland Prevention to conduct a study of asymptomatic transmission in a correctional setting.The study was published in a peer reviewed journal in 2021.• Facilitated New Associate Warden (AW) training for all new AWs in the agency.
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WardenBureau Of Prisons (Fci Morgantown) 2016 - 2018Morgantown, Wv• Served as Chief Executive Officer of a minimum security institution and detention centerwith a $21M annual budget. Assumed responsibility for maintaining security andadministrative oversight of 950 inmates and providing leadership to 160 staff members.• Led an institutional change initiative to build synergy by increasing collaboration andpartnership. Significantly increased the number of Community Relations Board members byestablishing diverse partnerships with leaders from the local area.• Provided strategic leadership by establishing standardized tasks for each department whichreduced the time spent on tasks by 40%. Implemented innovative fiscal practices during the2017 Continuing Resolution and Hiring Freeze to remain below the forecasted budget.
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Associate WardenBureau Of Prisons ) 2014 - 2016(Mdc Brooklyn• Assumed responsibility for the supervision of various programs and operations within thecountry’s largest federal detention center. Developed a strategic plan to reduce overtimeexpenditures, leading to a cost savings of nearly 50% from the previous fiscal year (FY).• Led the design and adoption of the 2014 vision plan to address workplace bullying andincrease employee morale. Created a template for annual departmental retreats, inspiringteam commitments and motivating employees throughout the facility.• Convened several meetings with stakeholders during the 2014 Ebola crisis and negotiatedresponse protocols that developed a partnership between agencies, including the New YorkCity Fire Department, New York State Department of Health and Bellevue Hospital.• Facilitated leadership training during Principles of Leadership Phase 1 for all new managersin the Northeast Region.
Dr. Dewayne Hendrix Education Details
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California State UniversityCriminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration -
National Institute Of Corrections, National Corrections AcademyExecutive Excellence Training -
Master Of Philosophy - Mphil -
Public Policy Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Dewayne Hendrix
What company does Dr. Dewayne Hendrix work for?
Dr. Dewayne Hendrix works for A New Daylight
What is Dr. Dewayne Hendrix's role at the current company?
Dr. Dewayne Hendrix's current role is Founder and CEO.
What schools did Dr. Dewayne Hendrix attend?
Dr. Dewayne Hendrix attended California State University, National Institute Of Corrections, National Corrections Academy, Walden University, Walden University.
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