MILO E. THORNTON

A versatile and broadly experienced Law Enforcement Executive with a Bachelor of Science degree and an Associate of Science degree in Multi-Disciplinary Studies, 26 years of successful hands-on leadership experience. Recipient of tens of thousands of dollars of professional training encompassing myriad law enforcement/correction tactics and operational procedures, successfully managing multi-million-dollar budgets and supervising hundreds of both sworn deputies and civilian employees. A Subject Matter Expert (SME) with a comprehensive mastery of multiple law enforcement protocols; a well-established reputation for success in creating and maintaining positive relationships with the general public, civic and community organizations as well as numerous local, state and federal law enforcement agencies. Exceptional leadership and team building qualities; excellent interpersonal and oral/written communications skills; an accomplished public speaker and polished trainer/instructor capable of researching, creating and delivering cutting-edge training programs to enhance professional performance and ensure accountability. Organizational Leadership, Rick Management Strategy. Vision & Mission Planning Leading Transformational Change. Executive Advisory, Decision Support, Budgeting, and Cost Management Relationship. Partnership Building Media and Press Relations. Policy & Procedure Development, Government Relations, Leading and Developing Teams. Bargaining & Negotiation Strategies.

• International Association of Chiefs of Police (I.A.C.P.), Member
• Florida Criminal Justice Executive Institute Associates, Inc., Member

• Law Enforcement Office of the Year, Indian River County Sheriff’s Office, 12/01/12
• Indian River State College Adjunct Instructor of the Year Nominee, 01/01/11
• Indian River Community College Police Institute Academic Award, 01/01/98

• Dasie Bridgewater Hope Center, Former Board Member
• Crossover Mission, Board Member
• Sunrise Rotary, Member
• Livable Indian River County, Committee Member
• Substance Awareness Center of IRC, Committee Member
• New Horizon, Former Board Member
• Homeless Children’s Foundation, Member
• Indian River State College Foundation Board of Directors, Former Board Member
• Indian River State College District Board of Trustees, Board Member Appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis, Vice Chair (08/01/24 - Present)