Dr. Ted Sutton
Community Engagement & Development
Dr. Ted Sutton is well-respected for his work with young adults in community development, ensuring success through mentoring, training, and consulting. A certified Gang Awareness Instructor and Community Organizer, he provided expert consultation for "Law & Order: SVU," sharing his research and resources. As an inspiring motivational speaker, Dr. Ted has engaged diverse audiences, presenting at The White House and before the U.S. Congress. Internationally, his work has extended into South Africa, Zimbabwe, and the UK. His collaboration with The King Center on the Violence Reduction Mentor Program highlights his commitment to empowering youth development. Dr. Ted skillfully collaborates with public and private sector organizations to support their community relations and partnerships.
Damus Smith
Workplace Culture, Relationship Building, Cultural Competence
Damus Smith brings more than 15 years’ experience creating and facilitating leadership training programs on retail sales, relationship building, and cultural competence. He has achieved great success linking persuasive human relations skills with sound business practices for leading companies in varied industries: manufacturing, healthcare, technology, energy, education, and government. Many organizations have benefited from his high energy, enthusiastic, passionate approach to workplace training. His hundreds of training workshops and keynote addresses have helped develop professionals in organizations like Toyota, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Macys, MotorCity Casino Hotel, and Sears.
Dr. Phillip Caldwell, II
Workforce Education, Professional Development, Program Evaluation
As a researcher, practitioner, and equity consultant, Dr. Phillip Caldwell’s work in education has advanced cutting-edge capabilities in quantitative and qualitative research in workforce development. He ensures that work-based strategies and tools, job-readiness assessments, and custom employment curricula are aligned with emerging and high growth sectors and jobs. Equipped with a doctorate in curriculum and instruction, Dr. Caldwell applies the latest theories, research, and best practices in workforce development and professional development. He directs teams to plan, implement, and evaluate workforce management activities, ensuring successful and effective workforce development initiatives.
Gwen Hill
Adult Learning, Instructional Design, Workforce Education
With 20+ years of experience in technical and soft skills curriculum development, Gwen Hill is a seasoned professional whose expertise has enabled thousands of adults to gain and improve skills they need for career success. Certified to conduct professional assessments using Myers-Briggs, LIFO, KTS-II, and Birkman First Look, she helps pinpoint areas of natural talent that could be developed into satisfying, successful careers. Ms. Hill's work has been particularly effective with adults who have either been out of the workforce or are seeking a career change. Her needs and career readiness assessments, skills training, and professional development programs are relevant, engaging, and effective.
Arthur Jordan
Law Enforcement, Leadership, Unconscious Bias
With 25+ years in law enforcement training, Arthur Jordan is a seasoned professional, renowned for his training expertise and consulting acumen. Jordan excelled in leadership, orchestrating daily operations, and crafting intricate training scenarios and training aids for the South Carolina Highway Patrol Training Unit. Entrusted with guiding Sergeants, Corporals, and Trooper Trainees, he seamlessly introduced them to protocols and practices. His experience includes instructing Trooper Trainees in pivotal law enforcement techniques and devising comprehensive lesson plans for all levels of training. He provides expertise in professional development and respectful behavior in law enforcement. His dedication and diverse roles underscore his commitment to developing, guiding, and rejuvenating law enforcement training programs.