VIRGINIA APCO

Promotes and coordinates the Chapter’s Public Safety Awards Program to recognize excellence in Virginia’s public safety communications community.

Chair: Jada Lee

Promotes member engagement, professional recognition, and supports the Board on membership matters. Manages the Chapter’s social media and newsletter.

Chairs: Corey Overstreet & Krista Kilmon

Plans and evaluates the Chapter’s Annual Conference, including strategy, event scheduling, and site recommendations.

Chairs: Joell Kight & Tommy Tucker

Promotes professional development and identifies training opportunities for communications officers across the Commonwealth.

Chairs: Joell Kight & Holly Williams

Reviews and certifies candidates for officer elections and honorary designations, while encouraging eligible members to run for leadership roles.

Chair: Immediate Past President (Denice Crowder)

Maintains and updates the Chapter’s governing documents, including the bylaws and policy manual, and assists members with proposed amendments and resolutions.

Chair: Preston Main

Preserves and promotes the history of the Virginia Chapter by supporting efforts to document significant milestones, achievements, and artifacts.

Chairs: Tracy Werner & Derek Hanks

Monitors state and federal legislation impacting public safety communications and advises the Chapter on positions, outreach, and advocacy efforts.

Chair: Tommy Tucker

Supports early-career professionals and those 35 and under by creating mentorship, leadership, and networking opportunities within the public safety field.

Chair: Jordan Yates

Represents the Chapter’s commercial members and serves as a bridge between vendors and public safety professionals. 

Chair: Curtis Johnson