Debora Sumrall

Strategic law enforcement leader with proven expertise in threat mitigation, crisis management, and team leadership. Demonstrated success in strategic decision-making and operational oversight, fostering inter-agency collaboration. Aiming for a senior leadership position in dignitary protection to improve safety and mission outcomes.

• Certificate of Merit, Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office 2001
• Optimist International Law Enforcement Award, Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office, 2002
• Sheriff's Award, Shelby County Sheriff's Office 2019
• Certified Crime Prevention Specialist
• FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Trilogy
• Advanced / SRO Management National Association of School Resource Officers
• Active Threat Integrated Response Training
• Trauma in Law Enforcement
• Peer Support / Integral Officer Survival
• Warrior Mindset; Lessons in Resilience
• Institute for Credible Leadership Development Foundations and Principle, Theories and Practices, Application and Advancement, Competency and Mastery

Agency Peer Support Coordination, 01/2020 to present 

• Provided strategic leadership for the agency’s peer support program, ensuring member authorization, operational readiness, and compliance with professional development requirements.
• Directed coordinated responses to internal and external critical incidents, reinforcing organizational resilience and employee well-being.
• Strengthened agency capability by integrating advanced training, best practices, and high-standard documentation systems.
• Served as a trusted advisor to command staff on matters related to employee support and crisis response.

Active Threat Response Lead Instructor, 01/2016 to present 

• Led county-wide active threat preparedness initiatives, delivering executive-caliber instruction to diverse audiences including educational institutions, private sector leadership, faith-based organizations, and all Shelby County employees.
• Designed and executed comprehensive training programs using certified methodologies, multimedia presentations, and scenario-based learning tailored to each stakeholder group.
• Spearheaded the planning and command-level coordination of a large-scale Mass Casualty Exercise at Inverness Elementary (Dec. 2022), integrating local and federal law enforcement, emergency management, fire services, school leadership, and community volunteers.
• Enhanced county readiness by cultivating interagency partnerships, improving operational cohesion, and driving continuous improvement in active threat protocols.

Director, Alabama Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics, 01/2016 to 01/ 2020

• Directed statewide outreach and organizational strategy for the Special Olympics Torch Run, strengthening officer engagement and elevating the program’s public visibility.
• Oversaw planning and execution of statewide and local awareness runs, ensuring operational excellence and consistent alignment with state and national goals.
• Managed financial stewardship, reporting, and accountability for all program-related activities.
• Led statewide fundraising and marketing initiatives, securing support resources and representing Alabama at national and international leadership conferences.

Secretary, Philip Mahan Davis Foundation, 01/2011 to present

• Provided executive-level administrative leadership for the foundation, guiding its establishment through the successful completion of 501(c)(3) requirements, bylaws, and governing documents.
• Directed board communications, funding requests, and organizational workflows to ensure transparency and mission alignment.
• Maintained comprehensive financial and operational records, supporting responsible stewardship and long-term sustainability.
• Played a key role in fundraising strategy, community outreach, and donor engagement to advance the foundation’s mission.