Executive Chair Award: Chris Moore (GA), Commissioner

Every year, the Commission Chair has the honor of presenting an award to a commissioner who makes fundamental and lasting contributions to the success and advancement of the Compact. The individuals recognized through this award embody qualities of leadership, service, dedication, and influence.

The 2020 recipient of the Executive Chair award is Commissioner Chris Moore (GA). Serving as the commissioner for the State of Georgia since 2012, Chris is a member of the Executive and Rules Committees and now chairs the Information Technology Committee. Moreover, Commissioner Moore’s service includes a prior tenure as the South region chair. Chris is an active leader, supporting principled change and responsible growth while maintaining focus on the critical mission of public safety.  It is a pleasure to recognize great colleagues like Chris for their outstanding work and ongoing commitment.

Executive Director Award: Suzanne Brooks (OH), DCA

Annually, the Commission convenes to discuss public safety, share experiences, and learn from one another. At the same time, we recognize outstanding leadership and service from our peers and friends. The Executive Director’s award is presented to an individual who exemplifies the spirit of the Compact. The recipient is an outspoken advocate for the values and mission of the Commission. Through their daily administration of the Compact, they employ leading strategies, ensuring public safety; and, they enrich us through their communication and participation in the Compact. Suzanne Brooks, Deputy Compact Administrator for Ohio is such an individual. 

Over the past 6 years, Suzanne has served as the DCA for Ohio. Through that time, she has worked tirelessly to educate officials throughout her state and improve Ohio’s compliance rate; and, she has been an active voice and participant on the ABM Workgroup and Compliance Committees. Suzanne’s enthusiasm and generosity have earned the respect of staff, Commissioners, and her peers. For these reasons, Suzanne is the 2020 recipient of the Executive Director’s Award. 
 

            Peyton Tuthill Award: Lisa Kinard, Florida Victim Services Administrator  

The Peyton Tuthill Award is presented to a legislator, victims’ advocate, law enforcement officer, or an individual who demonstrates exceptional leadership and service for the victims of offenders under Compact supervision. While recipients are not professionally involved in the Compact, their outstanding contributions uphold ICAOS’ mission to promote public safety, improve offender outcomes, and protect victims. The 2020 recipient of the Peyton Tuthill award, Florida Victim Services Administrator Lisa Kinard, exemplifies the Compact’s mission.

For 34 years, Ms. Kinard has served as a victim advocate, spokesperson, and change agent. Ms. Kinard is a Florida certified contract manager, auxiliary probation officer, and member of the Florida Crisis Response Team. She serves as an at-large board member with the National Association of Victim Service Professionals in Corrections (NAVAC). Additionally, she is an active member of the Big Bend Victim Assistance Coalition (BBVAC), Florida Council on Crime and Delinquency (FCCD), and the National Institute of Corrections’ (NIC) Post-Conviction Victim Service Providers Network. She is a passionate supporter of the rights and safety of victims, inspiring others to become advocates. Lisa Kinard embodies the activist spirit of the Peyton Tuthill award, and her representation of victims within the criminal justice process and general society honors Peyton and her family.

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