officers in MTPD history, Mitchell retired in 2012. He then joined the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority's Office of Inspector General, where he served as a Senior Investigator for four years.

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In 2016, Mitchell founded CTC Solutions LLC, a company dedicated to transforming law enforcement training and education by introducing innovative methods to address systemic challenges. Throughout his career, Mitchell has been committed to giving back to the community. Early on, he initiated a mentoring program at Andrew Jackson Middle School, rallying fellow officers to support the students. He also coached basketball, T-ball, and football at the Glenarden Boys & Girls Club, and later coached AAU basketball with the Maryland Panthers Youth Association, all within Prince George's County, Maryland. He continues his community service as a mentor with Promise Youth Development in Charlotte, North Carolina.

He served as a Certified Instructor at the Metro Transit Police Academy and as an Instructor at the National Transit Institute at Rutgers University. As a nationally recognized educator and subject matter expert in robbery, pickpocketing, and identity theft investigations, Mitchell has been featured on both national and local television networks, offering expert analysis and insights. He continues to be a strong advocate for the critical role of law enforcement in society, emphasizing that the dedication of officers to serve and protect is the cornerstone of community well-being

 

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Dr. Jessie Lee, Jr., is an experienced and highly successful law enforcement executive, consultant, and academician focused on all aspects of law enforcement, including emergency preparedness, homeland security, workforce, and technical assessment and strategic alliances between corporate, nonprofit, and large public entities. He is a Managing Partner of Lee, McMahon, and Rosenblatt, LLC, providing high-level consulting for nonprofits, municipalities, law enforcement, and public companies. With more than thirty years of experience in law enforcement, Dr. Lee's career has included nearly a decade as the Executive Director of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE), a nonprofit organization, that comprises chapters throughout the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Caribbean. 

 

Most recently, Dr. Lee has served as a senior member of the executive search and assessment center team for the International Chiefs of Police (IACP). He oversees extensive management studies, including workforce and technical assessments for law enforcement agencies nationwide. In addition to his work in major national and international law enforcement organizations, Dr. Lee has a Ph.D. in public policy, administration, and leadership, homeland security policy and coordination, and a master's degree in public policy and Nonprofit Leadership. Dr. Lee is currently Associate Dean of the School of Criminal Justice and Forensic Psychology at Walden University. He is a graduate of the 195th Session of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) National Academy in Quantico, Virginia, and a graduate of Northwestern University's Traffic Institute School of Staff and Command (53rd) in Evanston, Illinois.​

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Michael Taborn (retired Police Chief) was employed with the Metro Transit Police Department (WMATA) for 33 years, the last 6 of those years were as the Chief of Police. Prior to returning to WMATA as the Chief of Police, he spent six years working in the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Office of Safety and Security in several capacities. He was initially a training specialist. Michael Taborn coordinated FTA Safety and Security training activities with the National Transit Institute (NTI), the Transportation Safety Institute (TSI), and worked with other FTA offices to ensure training programs in the area of safety and security were developed. Michael Taborn ultimately became the Director of the Office of Safety and Security (FTA).

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EDUCATION: M.S., Management, Johns Hopkins University, 1999

B.S., Criminal Justice, University of Maryland-University College, 1997

FBI National Academy – 147th Session, Department of Justice, 1986​

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Clifton (Smokey) Douglas ​has worked for the United States Government Accountability Office since 1983. He is an Assistant Director responsible for managing GAO audits and developing and directing comprehensive investigations of government and government-related programs. He has also spent the last thirty years working with the Glenarden Ardmore Boys and Girls Club which provides sports and educational opportunities for approximately 500 youth in Prince George County, MD. Since 2001, Smokey has served as Club President and been responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Club’s activities. In addition, he has also served the Club as Athletic Director, Basketball Commissioner, Football Commissioner, and Head Coach (basketball, football, and baseball). In addition, from 2000 to 2015, Smokey was the President of the Maryland Panthers Youth Association Basketball program, a non-profit youth organization that promotes leadership and development opportunities through basketball competition. In addition, Smokey was a member of St. Mary’s College Men’s Basketball team from 1981 through 1983.

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EDUCATION: St. Mary’s College of Maryland (B.A. in Economics)

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Ray Gray is a seasoned Mental Health Professional with specialized training in conflict resolution, trauma, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). He is dedicated to educating others on the intricate connections between the brain, body, and behavior, guiding individuals toward healthier habits, and reshaping unrealistic beliefs about themselves and the world. As an Occupational Therapy graduate and Qualified Mental Health Professional, Ray deeply understands anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, and the relationship between human movement and psychology, honed through years of experience in both rehabilitation and mental health settings. His philosophy emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, encouraging individuals to explore the most fascinating person they will ever know themselves. With over 25 years of experience in the mental, physical, emotional, and behavioral health fields, Ray is committed to helping others achieve holistic well-being.

 

EDUCATION: B.S,  Occupational Therapy, Howard University Associate,  Allied Health 

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