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Rodney Jacobs is a City Executive and Social Catalyst. He is the Assistant Director of the City of Miami Civilian Investigative Panel, a police oversight department in the City of Miami, which purpose is to conduct independent Investigations of police officers involved in misconduct. Rodney completed his B.A. from Hiram College and a master’s degree in Public Health and Public Administration from the University of Miami. He earned his Law Degree from the University of Dayton School of Law. He recently began his academic teaching career as a lecturer and adjunct professor at the Florida International University (FIU), Steven J. Green School of International & Public Affairs, teaching courses in Criminal Justice, Law, and Public Administration.

Honoree 2023

Rodney is formally a Military Intelligence Officer for the United States Army Reserve and currently a Captain Company Commander for the Headquarters and Headquarters Company Unit of the 436 CA BN. In the United States Army Reserve, he advises foreign and domestic key leaders on government, economics, safety, health, and social remedies/policies. He serves on the executive board as Vice Chair of Engage Miami, promoting civic leadership and engagement while supporting youth civic training for personal and professional development. Also, he efficiently mobilizes resources for innovation and positive change within the legal, health, and policing profession through his leadership positions with the United Way of Miami and Board Member for the National Association of Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement (NACOLE). Also, with his dynamic skills and versatile understanding of the legal landscape, he is a noted speaker and columnist for multiple organizations on policing, law, health, and society throughout the country. He

His most significant accomplishment has been marrying his wife

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