Dr. Don T. Gala

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Executive Director and CEO of The Gala Group, Inc. (NPO) @ Chattanooga, TN, US
Chattanooga, TN, US
Dr. Don T. Gala's Location
Hixson, Tennessee, United States, United States
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About Dr. Don T. Gala

My successful formal training and experience has earned me a reputation as being a highly competent researcher, program evaluator, investigator, writer, grant writer (including contract proposals), trainer, and peer reviewer. My ability to write grant and work proposals is established by the success of the proposals in the millions of dollars.As a researcher and writer, my work has found itself in the foreground of theory in Criminology, as work relied on by the U.S. Senate, and as a primary source for other researchers.As a retired federal law enforcement officer, I have provided P.O.S.T. training to local law enforcement officers in interview & interrogation (custodial interviews), ethics, communication skills, anger management, stress management, CJ planning, and 4th Amendment (search & seizure).My expertise in developing new programs and leadership were instrumental as a Co-Chair (2011-2013) and Co-Vice-Chair (2008-2011) of the Correctional Trainer Certification Commission (CTCC), in establishing, through the collaboration between the American Jail Association (AJA) and the International Association of Correctional Training Personnel (IACTP), a certifying body to recognize highly qualified Correctional Trainers. And I have been a Certified Correctional Trainer from 2008 to present as well. I held the elected position of Certification Trainer Director from 2006-2014 with IACTP, and was elected as Federal Corrections Director in October 2017 and re-appointed as a Commissioner with the CTCC.Specialties: * Certified Correctional Trainer, 2008-present. CTCC. AJA/IACTP.* Certified Taser Instructor, 2009-2018 APR 30th, TASER Training Academy, Scottsdale, AZ.* USDOJ-Certified PREA Auditor, U.S. Department of Justice. 2014 MAR-2017 DEC 31st.* Peer Reviewer, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, D.C. 2010-present.* Peer Reviewer, U.S. Department of Education (ED), Office of Post-secondary Education (OPE), Washington, D.C. 2007-present.

Dr. Don T. Gala's Current Company Details
The Gala Group, Inc. (TN Nonprofit Corporation)

The Gala Group, Inc. (Tn Nonprofit Corporation)

Executive Director and CEO of The Gala Group, Inc. (NPO)
Chattanooga, TN, US
Dr. Don T. Gala Work Experience Details
  • The Gala Group, Inc. (Tn Nonprofit Corporation)
    Executive Director And Ceo Of The Gala Group, Inc. (Npo)
    The Gala Group, Inc. (Tn Nonprofit Corporation)
    Chattanooga, Tn, Us
  • The Gala Group, Inc. (Tn Nonprofit Corporation)
    Executive Director/Ceo Of The Gala Group, Inc. (Npo)
    The Gala Group, Inc. (Tn Nonprofit Corporation) Apr 2022 - Present
    Hixson, Tennessee, United States
    The Gala Group, Inc. was converted to a non-profit corporation (public benefit), but will maintain its mission to provide training and program evaluations for law enforcement agencies. The new approach will include the solicitation of funding from the government and foundations. The use of these funds will be to provide in-service training to police departments that cannot afford the in-service core areas offered by the Group. These police departments will receive training without any cost to the organization. TGG is presently seeking a 501(c)(3) IRS status.
  • Educational Consultants Network, Inc. (A Tennessee Non-Profit Corporation)
    President/Ceo
    Educational Consultants Network, Inc. (A Tennessee Non-Profit Corporation) Dec 2017 - Present
    Chattanooga, Tn
    http://educationalconsultantsnetwork.com/* Subject matter experts and professionals provide professional development, training, research and program evaluation, education management, program development, grant writing services, and pre-compliance inspection services (ICE & PREA). * Licensed educators provide consulting services to education systems, parents, and adult learners.* ECN provides budget review of local public education systems.* For law enforcement, ECN provides P.O.S.T. in-service training to law enforcement agencies.
  • The Gala Group, Inc.
    Certified Prea Auditor (Usdoj) - Ceo & Chief Research Consultant
    The Gala Group, Inc. Aug 2008 - Dec 2017
    Hixson, Tennessee, And Atlanta, Georgia
    http://TheGalaGroup.com* Through SMEs, we provide professional development, research and program evaluation, administrative compliance services, education management, program development, training, writing & editing services. We provide P.O.S.T. in-service training to law enforcement agencies.* March 07, 2014: The National Advocacy Center (The NAC), Columbia, SC. Successfully completed the U.S. Department of Justice Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003 (PREA) Certification Auditor training. U.S. Department of Justice Certified as a PREA Auditor for Adult Prisons and Jails (see http://www.prearesourcecenter.org/audit/list-of-certified-auditors - under Tennessee).* I have successfully completed training and am highly competent in the application of PREA regulations and standards, ICE detention standards, and am competent in ACA standards.* Provide management of the Educational Consultants Network, Inc. (a Non-Profit Tennessee Corporation). -- Services are provided to law enforcement and private corporations.
  • American Jail Association
    Co-Chair - Ctcc (5-Yrs.) & Chair - Ctcc (3-Yrs.)
    American Jail Association 2008 - 2016
  • Martin Methodist College
    Associate Professor Of Criminal Justice & Education
    Martin Methodist College Aug 2010 - Jul 2014
    Pulaski, Tn
    Provided instruction in 6 to 7 courses per semester (18 Cr. Hrs. to 21 Cr. Hrs.):* Multicultural Education (EDU 360 & SOW 360)* Ethics in Criminal Justice (CJ 330)* Criminal Investigations (CJ 305)* Research Methods in Criminal Justice (CJ 420)* Corrections (CJ 320)* Management of Criminal Justice Organizations (CJ 440w)* Criminal Procedure Law (CJ 435)* Advance Reading (CJ 450)* Drugs & Organized Crime (CJ 360)* Special Topics in Criminal Justice (CJ 451)* Juvenile Justice (CJ 325)* Constitutional Law (CJ 410)* Criminal Law (CJ 405)For the academic year 2010-2011, in addition to teaching 21 Cr. Hrs. I served on the planning committee, and others. * Developed new course(s) for curriculum committee review. * Prepared complex grant proposals for funding that would enhance the mission effectiveness of the program and college. * And I worked in a team environment toward the various set goals and objectives set-forth by the program and division leadership.College Service provided through committees:Education Advisory & Long-RangePlanning Committee 2010-presEvening College Committee 2010-presCommunity Service.Grant Proposal Writing.Course Development. Criminal Justice Research.Course textbook review and selection.P.O.S.T. In-Service School - MMC (Certified)Pulaski, TNRequired: 40 Hours.2013 - July. Partial List:Interrogation Techniques (4 hours).2014 - May/June:Developed the initial In-Service School curriculum (approved by P.O.S.T.) - MMCRequired: 40 Hours.Partial List:32 Hours Classroom - 8 Hours Firearms Training (Pulaski Police Dept.)Communication Skills (2 Hours)Anger Management (3 Hours)Stress Management (2 Hours)Interrogation Techniques (6 Hours)Professional Ethics (3 Hours)Search & Seizure (4th Amend.) (3 Hours)Bullying/Human Trafficking (2 Hours)(Subject to change without notice.)
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  • Federal Bureau Of Prisons
    Senior Case Manager/Federal Officer (Retired)
    Federal Bureau Of Prisons Dec 1983 - Jan 2008
    Federal Bureau Of Prisons, Milan, Mi
    RETIRED (CSRS-LE), January 3, 2008 (nearly 21-years), with a total of 27+ years of U.S. Government service.
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  • Friends Of Moccasin Bend
    Board Member
    Friends Of Moccasin Bend 1996 - 2008
    As a volunteer and Board Member:* Worked with other Board members to determine various planning stages (i.e., short-term planning and long-term planning) toward getting U.S. Congressional action on creating a new park within the National Park Service.* Developed a working relationship with Native American Tribal Leaders.* Secured funding to bring Native American Tribal Leaders to Chattanooga, TN to participate in various programming involving decisions needed to create a consensus as to what should be done with land containing more than 900 Muskogee Creek graves.* Developed and monitored the security for Tribal Leaders while in Chattanooga, TN.* Developed the plans for a recognition awards ceremony that encompassed the securing of traditional gifts, the preparation of the gifts and having the gifts available for a Member of Congress to present the gifts to 9 Tribal Leaders of both Creek and Cherokee Tribes.* Engaged in follow-up events with Native American governments.
  • Freelance Actor
    Actor
    Freelance Actor 1995 - 2006
    Chattanooga, Tn And Atlanta, Ga Areas.
    Performed in various speaking roles in 5 different PG rated movies (B).
  • Univeristy Of Rochester
    Ph.D. Student
    Univeristy Of Rochester Jan 1986 - May 1994
    My studies included a Ph.D. program:1) Education: Thought & Policy2) Social Contexts of Education, and 3) Criminology,And a Master of Science in Education degree:1) Educational Administration.
  • University Of Tennessee At Chattanooga
    Adjunct Instructor
    University Of Tennessee At Chattanooga 1991 - 1993
    Administered undergraduate and graduate courses on Chattanooga and Knoxville campuses.
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  • Paragon Homes, Inc.
    President & Ceo
    Paragon Homes, Inc. Jan 1986 - Jan 1990
    Managed day-to-day activities that included:(1) Negotiated contracts. (a) With customers, and (b) subcontractors.(2) Developed time-lines to completed various aspects of the project.(3) Monitored on and off site progress of building projects.(4) Paid employees and sub-contractors for work completed.(5) Obtained permits for building homes (also, electrical, masonry, etc.).(6) Managed the scheduling of building materials and equipment to be delivered at the site.(7) Engaged in planning for business development.
  • University Of Rochester
    Program Evaluator
    University Of Rochester May 1987 - Dec 1988
    Rochester, New York Area
    Project conducted at the Monroe County Jail, Rochester, NY.* Developed evaluation design and executed evaluation processes without any supervision.* Two education programs were evaluated for their effectiveness in lessening behavioral problems, and recidivism, though these were not the sole objectives of the education programs.* Developed and conducted formative evaluations.* Examined official records.* Conducted intensive interviews.* Determined whether or not there were any positive behavioral changes after an inmate was involved for 30 days in an education program through an evaluation study.* Determined what percent of those inmates who received their G.E.D. and were released from custody recidivated within one year.* Developed and conducted a cost-effectiveness analysis (CEA) on two education programs.* Prepared executive summaries for executive staff with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office.
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  • University Of Rochester
    Research Associate
    University Of Rochester Apr 1988 - Sep 1988
    Rochester, New York Area
    While a Ph.D. student - compensated (five hundred forty hour placement).Reason for leaving: successfully completed term assignment.* Conducted the following duties with no supervision.* Duties of this position included the development of questionnaires, analyzing data obtained through questionnaires, candidly reporting the results for the purpose of improving education programs, and in-service training for teachers.* Program evaluations consisted of formative and summative evaluations, with cost-effective analyses.* Coordinated research efforts with respective administrators to assure "client satisfaction."* Program evaluations, through the use of questionnaires, were conducted at schools and the bulk of the work (i.e., the data processing from the evaluations) was conducted in an administrative office setting.* Program evaluations that had been conducted had resulted in changes in emphasis in curriculum, training, and in development, modification, and discontinuance of instruments used to assess training needs.
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  • University Of Rochester
    Research Assistant
    University Of Rochester Jan 1986 - Jun 1987
    Rochester, New York Area
    With limited supervision: < 20%. * Engaged in formatting, analyzing and interpreting data. * Performed research duties without supervision* Research projects were conducted within time constraints. * Competent in the use of CMS, MVS (mainframe), IBM and Macintosh computers for research and report writing, including the use of SAS, Minitab, StatSoft (1987 version), and BMDP.
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  • United States Air Force
    Sgt./Ssgt.: Intelligence Operations Specialist (Afsc 20450)
    United States Air Force Apr 1980 - Jan 1982
    507 Tactical Fighter Group, Tinker Afb, Ok
    * Trained in intelligence networks and information usage.* Trained in the collection and categorizing intelligence data.* Analyzed intelligence photos.* Compiled intelligence sensitive information.
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  • United States Air Force
    Sgt./Ncoic: Wing/Base Entomologist
    United States Air Force Apr 1976 - Apr 1980
    2854 Abg/Demse, Tinker Afb, Ok
    Awards: Airman of the Quarter (1978). Performance reports: Outstanding.With limited management/supervision: 5%, and without supervision: 95%.* Assigned to the Base Commander’s Planning Committee (1977-1980).* Supervised 9 civilian employees, and 2 military personnel.* Counseled personnel on safety and work performance.* Assessed work performance on a daily basis, and prepared written work assessments annually for personnel performance reports.* Assigned personnel to various duties.* Participated in completing and conducting annual staff performance evaluations.* Participated in and conducted the interviewing process in the hiring of new civilian employees.* Prepared quarterly reports for Command personnel.* Prepared pesticides for application to control insects.* Prepared herbicides for application to control unwanted plant growth.* Applied pesticides and herbicides, when necessary.* NCOIC, 10-man team, Base Engineer Emergency Force ("CE Prime BEEF Team"). - Provided leadership and encouraged my team to work as one unit. - Team management approach to successfully complete assigned tasks.Awards.- AF Good Conduct Medal, AF Longevity Award, AF Outstanding Unit Award, and AR National Defense Service Medal.- Certificate of Recognition: Military Service during the period of the Cold War (2 Sept. 1045 – 26 Dec. 1991) in promoting peace and stability for this Nation. Issued by the U.S. Department of Defense, December 2009.
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Dr. Don T. Gala Skills

Program Development Leadership Grant Writing Training Program Evaluation Research Higher Education Teaching Analysis Strategic Planning Instructional Design Proposal Writing Management Grants Program Management Criminal Justice Adult Education Project Planning Curriculum Design Interviews Cost Benefit Analysis Cost Effectiveness Analysis Conducting Security Assessments Conducting Pre Compliance Evaluations For Correctional Facilities Conducting Quantitative Research Conducting Qualitative Research Intelligence Analysis Grant Proposal Writing Grant Administration Business Development Organizational Effectiveness Organizational Behavior Organizational Needs Analysis Developed Courses For Both Formal And Technical Curriculums Non Fiction And Technical Writer Certified Taser Instructor Certified Correctional Trainer College Teaching Presenter And Speaker Behavioral Interviewing Interviewing Skills Interview And Interrogation During Civil Investigations Conducting Social Science Field Research Teach Courses And Workshops Proficient In The Use Of Firearms And Self Defense Tactics Law Enforcement Officer Conducting Criminal Investigations Represented Federal Employees Before Eeoc Admin. Judges Use Of Computer Software And Hardware Expert Witness Public Speaking Cost Effective Policy Cost Benefit Nonprofits Leadership Development Government Law Enforcement

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Dr. Don T. Gala works for The Gala Group, Inc. (Tn Nonprofit Corporation)

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Dr. Don T. Gala's current role is Executive Director and CEO of The Gala Group, Inc. (NPO).

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Dr. Don T. Gala attended University Of Rochester, University Of Rochester, U.s. Department Of Homeland Security, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Glynco, Georgia, University Of Central Oklahoma, Rochester Institute Of Technology, Oklahoma City University, Community College Of The Air Force, Monroe Community College.

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