One of the founding members of IDA and an integral part of its development.

Work Experience:

• Former Founder and VP/Chief of International Security for United Forces International (UFI)
• US Army Military Police (Ret).
• Federal Law Enforcement, Senior Detective for Juvenile Crimes (Ret).
• 25+ years working with youth groups.
• 30+ years of international relations

Education: Jerrod holds a BS Degree in Counter-Terrorism Studies and is currently working towards his Master's Degree in International Security Studies (Counterterrorism).

Advanced Certificates:

Forensics

Crime Scene Technology

UN Military Studies

UN Police Studies

Certified Criminal Investigator

Certified Executive Leader

Certified Anti-Terrorism Officer

Certified Homeland Security III

Advanced Leadership and Management

Mini MBA Business Management

Mini MBA Global Governance

AWARDS:

• (25) Medals/ Ribbons
• (23) Certificates of Achievement
• (48) Awards for achievement/ service
• Strathmore Who’s Who Award for lifetime achievement
• Strathmore Who’s Who award for professional service
• Continental Who’s Who award for Leadership)
• Rhythm Logic Pinnacle Award (Security Leader 2021)
• LMA Achievement Award/ Best Male International Leader 2023
• French Cross of Honor for Lifesaving
• French Service Medal for lifesaving (3)
• Santo Angeles Custodios Medal
• New York City/State TOP 100 Award
• Kentucky Colonel Commission
• UFPA- PEACE Award/ Humanitarian Award 2023