Start Date: 5/17/2025 12:00 PM EDT
End Date: 5/21/2025 1:30 PM EDT
Venue Name: Fort Worth Convention Center
Location:
1201 Houston Street
Fort Worth, TX United States 76102
Organization Name:
American Jail Association
Contact:
Professionals that work in or retired from working in a correctional facility.
| Registration Type |
Early Bird
(Through 1/17)
|
Advance
(1/18-4/5)
|
Regular
(4/6-5/9 & Onsite)
|
| Member |
$395 |
$420 |
$465 |
| Nonmember |
$525 |
$550 |
$595 |
| Banquet Ticket (additional Fee, includes dinner) |
$20 |
$25 |
$30 |
| One-Day Registration |
$195 |
$220 |
$245 |
| Guest* |
$150 |
$150 |
$150 |
| Student* |
$95 |
$100 |
$105 |
Group Registration Rates*
Group discounted rates are available for groups of 10 or larger from one agency. At least one registrant must be a professional member to take advantage of
these rates.
Non-Exhibiting Company
Works for a company that provides products and services to the corrections industry.
| Registration Type |
Early Bird
(Through 1/19) |
Advance
(1/20-4/5) |
Regular
(4/6-5/6 & Onsite) |
| Member |
$665 |
$690 |
$715 |
| Nonmember |
$715 |
$740 |
$765 |
| Banquet Ticket (Add'l Fee, includes Dinner) |
$20 |
$25 |
$30 |
| One-Day Pass - Member |
$450 |
$470 |
$485 |
| One-Day Pass - Nonmember |
$480 |
$505 |
$530 |
Payment and Confirmation
Payment is required prior to the start of the conference and must be made with a credit card, check, or purchase order.
Cancelations/Refunds
No refunds are given unless a written request is received on or before April 4, 2025. Please provide your reason for canceling. After this date, 40% of the conference fee can be refunded upon written request due to the costs associated with planning on attendance. No refunds are given after May 5, 2025.
Delegate substitutions are allowed at any time.Please contact Michele Florian with your request.
NEW! Next-Level Leadership: Practical Ideas For Executive Development
This is an add-on all day session for $99.00.
Description:
This is an executive-development course designed to equip individuals with practical knowledge and skills needed to enhance their leadership credibility and further develop their executive-level abilities.
This comprehensive course is designed for executives and senior leaders looking to elevate their impact, navigate complex challenges, and lead with confidence in dynamic environments. Blending theory with actionable strategies, the program focuses on the essential skills and mindset required to excel in executive leadership roles.
The course emphasizes practical applications, equipping leaders with tools to manage change, make data-driven decisions, and build trust across diverse stakeholders.
Through interactive activities, attendees will deepen their emotional intelligence, enhance their communication and influence, and develop strategies for navigating crises and driving sustainable success.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
- Executives and senior leaders seeking to enhance their leadership impact.
- Mid-level managers transitioning to executive roles.
- Professionals responsible for driving organizational strategy, change, or innovation.
Instructor Bio:
R. L. Garner, Ph.D.
Dr. Randy Garner is a Professor of Behavioral Sciences and is the Chief Executive Director of the Criminal Justice Center, and Associate Dean in the College of Criminal Justice at Sam Houston State University and the. He holds a B.S., M.A., and Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Houston, with specialization in the area of Social Psychology, and a doctoral minor in Organizational Behavior and Management. Additionally, Dr. Garner has a (second) Ph.D. in Theology and Religious Studies.
Dr. Garner has been with Sam Houston State University for 28 years and was the founding Director of the Texas Regional Community Policing Institute (TRCPI) and served as the Executive Director of the Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas (LEMIT) before his appointment as Associate Dean. Currently he serves as the Director of the Texas Police Chaplains Association.
Dr. Garner has received numerous academic awards and honors including the Excellence in Educational Instruction award in 2006, the University of Houston’s 2005-2006 Distinguished Alumni Award—the highest honor the association and the University can bestow upon an alumnus and the Social Psychologist in Texas award in 2004.
Dr. Garner has authored numerous books and professional publications with particular emphasis in the areas of social influence, persuasion, and leadership. His books, Criticism Management and Constructing Effective Criticism: How to Give, Receive, and Seek Productive and Constructive Criticism in Our Lives have been adopted by command colleges, leadership courses, and communication programs across the country. Additionally, Dr. Garner is the Editor-in-Chief of Applied Psychology in Criminal Justice, an interdisciplinary, peer-reviewed, academic journal that examines the social and psychological aspects of human behavior as related to applied societal and criminal justice settings.
Contact: rgarner@shsu.edu
