Correctional Leaders Association

08/06/2026

We had a great time at the CLA 2026 Summer Conference! It was a week full of opportunities and important dialogue.

Thank you to The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections and their Honor Guard, as well as ACA for the support. We appreciate everyone’s wonderful engagement throughout the conference, including our CLA Members, Associates, DOC Staff and our Corporate Partners!

08/02/2026

On Friday, a new Executive Board was elected for the Correctional Leaders Association! Please join us in congratulating:
• President: Secretary Lindsay Wallace (AR)
• Vice President: Executive Director Bobby Lumpkin (TX)
• Treasurer: Secretary Laurel Harry (PA)
• Past President: Director Rob Jeffreys (NE)
We are excited about the future of CLA and all that this board will accomplish over the next couple of years!
A special thank you to Director Rob Jeffreys for his service as President and to Director Heidi Washington for her leadership as Vice President. You have both made a lasting impact through your dedication to advancing the field of corrections, and we are incredibly grateful for your leadership and service.
Arkansas Department of Corrections Texas Department of Criminal Justice Pennsylvania Department of Corrections Nebraska Department of Correctional Services

07/15/2026

The 2026 Western Region Meeting was off to a great start with host Washington State Department of Corrections Secretary Tim Lang, alongside CLA Western Region Chair Director Dan Shannon of the Wyoming Department of Corrections.

Day one was a success and set the stage for another great day of connection, collaboration, and leadership. A memorable day and one for the books!✨

07/14/2026

Recognizing the Virginia Department of Corrections for these meaningful improvements and continued commitment to safety, accountability, and positive change. 👏

07/09/2026

Thank you to John Koufos for highlighting the important issue of food safety in correctional facilities. A valuable conversation about accountability, oversight, and the importance of safe, nutritious meals.

Read the full article below. ⬇️

The Healthy Prisons, Healthy Communities initiative is promoting the use of nutritious food to reduce violence, protect officers, and rehabilitate inmates in American prisons.

07/06/2026

📣 Save the Dates for 2027! 🗓️

Excited to announce the 2027 CLA Conferences! Join us for another year of leadership, collaboration, and professional development.

We’re looking forward to introducing two new Directors Trainings in 2027!

Thank you to everyone for your continued support of the Correctional Leaders Association. We truly appreciate each and every one of you!

✨ We can’t wait for another great year! ✨

07/01/2026

🎉 Governor Ron DeSantis appointed Richard D. Comerford as Secretary of the Florida Department of Corrections.

We look forward to his leadership and continued commitment to advancing public safety and strengthening correctional operations across the state of Florida.

Press Release: https://www.flgov.com/eog/news/press/2026/governor-ron-desantis-appoints-richard-comerford-secretary-florida-department Florida Department of Corrections

07/01/2026

07/01/2026

Exciting news! 🎉

Please join us in welcoming Commissioner Jared Garcia with the Utah Department of Corrections as the new Chair of CLA’s Technology Committee. His innovative engagement and leadership will support CLA in exploring emerging technologies and guiding discussions on adopting impactful tools. We look forward to working with Commissioner Garcia on this evolving topic.

06/30/2026

We are thrilled to announce that Katie Scott has been promoted to Deputy Director of the Correctional Leaders Association.

“Katie has been the backbone of CLA’s member experience as Director of Member Services. She coordinates our premier conferences and events, leads our Deputy Directors and Probation & Parole Executive Networks, and always ensures our members and stakeholders receive outstanding support and value.” Kevin Kempf, Executive Director for CLA

Her unwavering commitment to our members and the corrections profession is evident in every initiative she leads. Katie consistently puts correctional leaders first, fostering collaboration, connection, and excellence across the association.

Please join me in congratulating Katie Scott! 👏 Her leadership will continue to strengthen CLA and support correctional leaders nationwide.