Advisory Council

The CCGIA Advisory Council is comprised of some of the most experienced; most recognized and respected people, past and present, in the field of gang investigation.

The CCGIA Board of Directors feels that it is important to draw upon the expertise of these people in an effort to maintain the highest level of quality and training possible. By incorporating the Advisory Council, the Board of Directors can consult with these respected experts to make sure that we are providing the very best training and quality, which we have become known for.

CCGIA Advisory Council Members:

  • Joe De La Torre – California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (ret.)
  • Lt. Harold McEnroe – California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (ret.)
  • Jimmy Aguirre – Fresno County Sheriff’s Department, Detention Bureau (ret.)
  • Felix Aguirre– San Diego Police Department (ret.)
  • Sergeant Richard Duran – Los Angeles Police Department (ret.)
  • Officer Modesto Chavez – California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (ret.)
  • Lieutenant Todd Drew – California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (ret.)
  • SSU Special Agent Robert Marquez – California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (ret.)
  • Under Sheriff Max Houser – Monterey County Sheriff’s Department (ret.)
  • SSU Special Agent Mike Brodie – California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation – CDCR Investigative Training Advisor
  • Captain Jorge Zamora – Watsonville Police Department
  • Probation Supervisor Tim Gatto – San Mateo County Probation Department (ret)