President: Alexander Martinez
(Miami Dade MDCR) Founder of the Latino Officers Association Florida. President Martinez, has been involved since 1993 with Hispanic representation in Florida. A member of the law enforcement community since 1989, he is currently in the service with MDCR & MDPSTI as a FTO, CIT and FITW Instructor. President Martinez, leadership abilities are exceptional with a special inference in moving the LOA-FLA forward for many years. President Martinez, is a Christian.  

president@loafla.org

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Vice President: Angel Queipo (Lee County Sheriffs Office) VP Angel Queipo has served in Law Enforcement since 1988, he has experienced in many areas of law enforcement from police management to police investigations. VP Queipo is a ceritified FDLE instructor and is a graduate of Southwest Florida College with an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice. VP Queipo is currently attending Kaplan University to obtain his Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science. VP-Queipo has been serving the LOA-FLA since 2006. VicePresident Queipo is a Christian vp1@loafla.org

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Parliamentarian: Ed Martinez, retired as a NYPD Homicide Detective. Joining the ranks of NYPD, in Feb 1956 -July 1978 Patrolman Shield # 20756, Detective Shield # 2869
 & former Vice Mayor of the City of Winter Springs.

information@loafla.org

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Chaplain Jose Rendon:
(Palm Beach Sheriffs Office) With titles in Sociology and Theological Studies, Jose Rendon has devoted his life to serving the community, not only as a spiritual counselor, but also through law enforcement agencies and correctional institutions. Established in Palm Beach County since 1983, Chaplain Rendon has trained and served varied positions from Belle Glade to West Palm Beach. Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Jose spent his infant years in Santurce.  At the age of 5, his family moved to the Bronx in New York City .  He attended the DeWitt Clinton High School in Mosholu Parkway in the Bronx . As a youngster he felt the desire to help make things better for the Puerto Rican and the Hispanic Community in New York City .He did course studies in Theology and Religious education in Bronx in 1976 and later in Sociology at Adelphi University in New York .  He became a Pastor at the age of 24.  During that time he also held various positions in New York in the capacities of Patrol Officer, Eligibility Counselor and Vocational Rehabilitation Consultant. In 1979 he received a Bachelors degree in Bilingual Social Studies from the Latin American University in Puerto Rico and in 1986 a Masters degree in Bible Theology from the International Bible Institute and Seminary in Florida. In 1980 he attended the Correctional Probation/Parole Academy in Vero Beach and the Recruit Academy of the Palm Beach Community College in Lake Worth .  From 1983 to 1995 he was an ESL Instructor at the Palm Beach County Adult Education Department.  Jose Rendon has also been Chaplain for the Florida Highway Patrol since 1984 and for the Palm Beach County's Sheriff Office since 1985.  In 1997 he attended the Criminal Justice Institute, also at the PBCC.  From 1983 to 1989 he was a Rehabilitation Therapist for the Psychology Department at the Glades Correctional and from 1989 to 1991 he was Corrections and Probation Officer at the same facility.
In 1991 he started working with the Sheriffs Office as a Corrections Deputy at the Substance Abuse Awareness Program in West Palm Beach . Presently, Mr. Rendon is also the Chaplain for the Latino Officers Association Florida and member of the Black Elected Officials of Palm Beach County and is the liaison for the Chaplains Unit of the Sheriffs Office.  He is also a member of the Advisory Council for the Puerto Rican/Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for Palm beach County . More recently, since December 2005, Chaplain Jose Rendon was assigned to the Community Relations Unit of the Sheriffs Office, becoming the liaison between the Sheriffs Office and the Hispanic Community in Palm Beach County . With over 35 years of experience as counselor and with community involvement, Jose Rendon is a creative and resourceful asset for the community and a trustworthy and ethical leader, confident and poised in his interactions with individuals at all levels. information@loafla.org

Chaplain: Tim Fisher: Timy, is a veteran of Law Enforcement and is certified in the states of Pennsylvania and Florida. A graduate of Baptist Bible College and Hodges University. He is currently working on a Master's Degree in Criminal Justice at Hodges University. He has proven himself to be a huge proponent of the Golden Rule, "Treat others as you would want to be treated". gulfchaplain@loafla.org

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Gulf Region Representative: Lt. Robert Forrest, Lee County Sheriff's Office. The fastest growing Latino area in Florida, this district is served by Lt. Robert Forrest a plus 25 year plus vet. lee@loafla.org

 

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Central Region Representative: Cpl. Jose H. Irizarry (Mount Dora Police):  It is with great pride that I serve as Chairman for the LOA-FLA. I began my career as a law enforcement officer for the City of Mount Dora. While serving as a police officer I have gained valuable experience that has allowed me to serve the people of the city and the State of Florida with pride and integrity. While serving as a law enforcement officer I earned a bachelors degree in Criminal Justice Administration and attended numerous training classes, so that my experience, leadership, and education can come together to move the LOA-FLA into the 21st Century. My educational background earned me a position as a police corporal where I continue to serve. I then wanted to give more to the community so, I enrolled in graduate school in the Spring of 2007 and graduated with a masters degree in Legal Studies in the Spring of 2009. I also have a minor in Homeland Security.  I take the knowledge that I have acquired and the skills that I have learned and use it to serve on the board of the LOA-FLA. I take great pride in being a positive Latino role model for the Latino youth and community. Along with the support of my wife and daughter and faith in God I will guide us into a better 21st Century for the LOA-FLA and Latino community. central@loafla.org

Executive Secretary: Joe Sanchez Former NYPD, Port Authority Police Officer, and NY State Corrections Officer. Author of  True Blue a tale of the enemy within. information@loafla.org  

Treasurer: Vacant

Sgt. At Arms: Dep Jorge Silva Hillsborough S.O. the Hillsborough S.O. outstanding Hispanic detention deputy of the year award 2009. 25th annual Hispanic Law Enforcement Appreciation Awards. information@loafla.org

Historian: Susana Queipo: The LOA-FLA Historian: Responsible for the accurate documentation of the LOA-FLA history. Administers all informational content on all LOA-FLA News Releases, Informational portals, Web-sites, and social sites of the LOA-FLA. Is the official Spokesperson for the LOA-FLA. Susana Queipo a  Christian, is married to Vice President Angel Queipo. susieq@loafla.org

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Immediate Past President: Vacant

But Joshua had commanded the people, "Do not give a
war cry, do not raise your voices, do not say a word
until the day I tell you to shout. Then shout!
Joshua 6:10

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