Advisory Board

Leading experts guiding CAPS' mission and vision

Hassan Aden

Hassan Aden

Principal, The Aden Group LLC

Hassan Aden is a strategic advisor and consultant focused on police reform and public safety innovation with extensive experience in law enforcement leadership.

Arif Alikhan

Arif Alikhan

President, Alikhan Insights, LLC

Arif Alikhan brings extensive experience in law enforcement leadership, national security, and organizational development.

Roseanna Ander

Roseanna Ander

Founding Executive Director, University of Chicago Crime Lab and Education Lab

Roseanna Ander is a leading researcher in crime prevention and evidence-based policing strategies, working at the intersection of research and practice.

Christine Cole

Christine Cole

Senior Advisor, 21CP Solutions

Christine Cole specializes in police accountability, reform initiatives, and organizational change management with a focus on building trust between police and communities.

Ganesha Martin

Ganesha Martin

CEO and Founder, Let's Meet in the Middle

Ganesha Martin is dedicated to bridging divides and fostering collaboration between law enforcement and communities through innovative dialogue and engagement strategies.

Nick Noone

Nick Noone

Co-founder and CEO, Peregrine Technologies

Nick Noone leads technology innovation in law enforcement, developing cutting-edge solutions to improve police operations and accountability.

Charles H. Ramsey

Charles H. Ramsey

Police Commissioner (ret.), Philadelphia Police Dept.

Charles H. Ramsey brings decades of experience in police leadership, having served as Commissioner of the Philadelphia Police Department and Chief of the Metropolitan Police Department of Washington, D.C.

Ivonne Roman

Ivonne Roman

Co-Founder, 30x30 Initiative

Ivonne Roman is committed to advancing women in policing and promoting gender equity in law enforcement through the 30x30 Initiative.

Michael S. Scott

Michael S. Scott

Clinical Professor and Director, Center for Problem-Oriented Policing, Arizona State University

Michael S. Scott is a leading expert in problem-oriented policing, bringing academic rigor and practical experience to advancing innovative police practices.

Sean M. Smoot

Sean M. Smoot

Managing Partner, 21CP Solutions

Sean M. Smoot leads initiatives in police reform and accountability, working with agencies nationwide to implement best practices and build community trust.

Darrel W. Stephens

Darrel W. Stephens

Chief (ret.), Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Dept.

Darrel W. Stephens brings extensive law enforcement experience and has been a national leader in advancing professional standards and community policing practices.