VACP Staff

Dana G. Schrad | VACP Executive Director & VACLEA Executive Director

dana@vachiefs.org • Direct: (804) 709-1090 • Mobile: (804) 338-9512

Implements the strategic goals and objectives of the organization; assists the Executive Board in fulfilling its governance function; provides direction and leadership toward the achievement of the organization's philosophy, mission, strategy, and its annual goals and objectives; directs the operations and administration of Association; oversees design, marketing, promotion, delivery and quality of programs, products and services of Association; manages organization's financial resources; manages personnel; serves as spokesperson for the Association.

Audrey F. Altovilla | Events & Membership Manager

audrey@vachiefs.org • Direct: (804) 709-1092

Responsible for all aspects of conference planning for the VACP (Annual Conference and Midyear Meeting) & VACLEA (Summer Conference and Winter Conference), including hotel and other associated contract negotiations, registration, exhibits, scheduling, etc; handles hotel accommodations for the DEL/MAR/VA block at the IACP Conference. Manages daily activities of VACP & VACLEA memberships, including member inquiries, dues payments, database management, updating current members and processing new memberships; creates and distributes printed membership directories.

Erin G. Schrad | Communications Manager

erin@vachiefs.org • Direct: (804) 709-1091 • Mobile: (804) 512-5162

Manages the design and implementation of all of VACP's communications, including web sites, newsletters, brochures, and other print and electronic publications. Manages the VACP Awards program and the Virginia Law Enforcement Challenge Awards program. Promotes activities and programs of the association. Assists with general inquiries, conference activities, and other member services. Responsible for Smart, Safe & Sober web site, newsletter, and calendar. Also serves as VACP’s photographer and IT coordinator.

NOTE: Media inquiries should be directed to the Executive Director.

Stephanie Diaz | Programs Manager

stephanie@vachiefs.org • Direct: (804) 709-1094

Plans, coordinates, and facilitates VACP Leadership Education programs (First Line Supervisors Training School, Institute for Leadership in Changing Times, Professional Executive Leadership School, and New Chiefs/Deputy Chiefs Training School), Law Enforcement Training programs, and VACP fundraising events.  Manages VACP Program Scholarships, the PELS Alumni Section, and the PELS Selection Committee.

C. Suzanne Robinson | Finance Manager

suzanne@vachiefs.org • Direct: (804) 709-1093

Ensures that all finances are properly administered and monitored and appropriate financial regulations and controls are in place and in use at all times.  Prepares and reviews detailed budgets for approval by the Executive Director and Executive Board.  Maintains the organization’s day-to-day accounting records and produces financial reports for the Executive Director and Executive Board.  Ensures that all financial reporting obligations and guidelines are met in relation to grants and other funding initiatives.  Manages the Association’s grants and accounts receivable. Manages the Testing Services Program, including processing orders and invoices and addressing inquiries.