Dr. Joy VerPlanck and Daniel Salazar

Dr. Joy VerPlanck is a learning and development consultant serving organizations of all sizes in the public and private sectors. She is a former military police officer and chair of the cognitive advisory board at MILO training solutions. Joy holds a doctorate in educational technology, a master of science in organizational leadership and training, and a certificate in the foundations of neuroscience. She uses her background in instructional theory and social science, as well as 25 years of experience in military, security and law enforcement training, to solve problems anywhere people are involved.

Daniel Salazar is a community corrections professional in Florida with seven years of experience. He is certified by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement as a general, firearms and defensive tactics instructor. In 2024, he was the recipient of a Chris Connell Young Professional Award, presented by Tallahassee Community College Florida Public Safety Institute. He holds a master of science in law enforcement intelligence and is pursuing a doctorate in learning design and performance technology. His goal is to promote research-based training practices in the public safety sector.