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Home My WebLink AboutRD.14 Peace Enforcement LLCPaul Figueroa PEACE ENFORCEMENT LLC www.PeaceEnforcement.com PaulF@PeaceEnforcement.com 623-341-8838 or 206-650-5364 1 Hello, Thank you for this opportunity to submit. I hope it works out to lend a hand! Paul Paul Figueroa Peace Enforcement LLC (1)Organization:Peace Enforcement LLC Contact:Paul Figueroa Email:PaulF@PeaceEnforcement.com Phone:206-650-5364 Principal place of business:Washington State Offices:Washington and Arizona (2)Age of firm:25 years Number of employees: One, Paul Figueroa. Speaker, trainer and author. (3)The education, training and qualifications of the individual…Please see attached:Curriculum Vitae for Paul Figueroa. (4)A list of recent projects and names of up to five clients who may be contacted… Karen Van Patten Education Coordinator Child Development Programs El Dorado County Office of Education 530-295-2203 kvanpatten@edcoe.org Karen attended a breakout workshop at a Region 9 Head Start Conference this year. She brought me in to her agency, and attended a keynote / training I provided for her agency. Joel Ryan Executive Director Washington Associate of Head Start and ECEAP 425-453-1227 joel@wsaheadstarteceap.com I’ve been providing workshops, breakouts and keynotes for Joel’s organization for many years. This includes a keynote and breakouts I’m providing this October. This year’s keynote topic is Navigating for a Brighter Tomorrow and the breakout topics are Conflict and the Art of Responding- Not Reacting, and Self Esteem and our Internal Dialog. Paul Figueroa PEACE ENFORCEMENT LLC www.PeaceEnforcement.com PaulF@PeaceEnforcement.com 623-341-8838 or 206-650-5364 2 Aidan Ramos Statewide Continued Training Coordinator The Alliance University of Washington | School of Social Work 206-293-9179 ramosaa@uw.edu I’ve been an approved trainer through the Alliance for many years. During that time I’ve provided numerous trainings to the Foster Parents and Social Work clients they serve. Topics include Compassionate Parenting and Bullying Prevention. (5)Promotional or descriptive literature…Please see attached:Works with Children Pt1 Works with Children Pt2 Overall Topics list Managers Paul is an award winning motivational speaker, trainer and facilitator. He is an expert in helping people of all ages achieve the positive changes they want. A 12 year veteran of the King County Sheriff's Department, Paul spent much of his career working with street gangs. In 1998, Paul drew on his experience and left law enforcement. He re-channeled his efforts and has been working to positively impact the lives of people, organizations and companies ever since. In his trainings, programs and keynote addresses, Paul provides the tools that people and organizations need to ensure and sustain the positive changes they want. Paul Figueroa Recipient of “The Governor’s Child Abuse Prevention Award”for his work with Families and Children in Washington State. Creator of Peace Enforcement™ Violence Prevention- Self Esteem Curriculum for people of all ages. Paul has trained tens of thousands of staff and parents and worked with thousands of children in his ground breaking methods and concepts using his curriculum. He’s worked with numerous parents, staff, educators and child care providers all over the United States. He’s helped them deal with conflict, improve internal relationships, create stronger teams, improve their management and leadership skills, improve worker safety and their overall workplace, productivity and focus. He’s provided ongoing support groups for children and parents, and provided ongoing workshops for parents as well. He’s traveled all over the United States helping hundreds of companies, organizations and agencies obtain the positive results they wanted. He’s provided his Peace Enforcement class series to thousands of children in elementary schools, and provided assemblies.. He was recognized by Snohomish County Juvenile Court for his work with juvenile offenders. Paul is an expert in Violence Prevention / Self Esteem, has over 25 years experience in this field, and is one of the most sought after speakers in this area. In 1997, he created and maintains the current copyrighted curriculum, concepts and techniques he uses in all of Peace Enforcement LLC’s staff development and management trainings. He is a highly sought after, skilled and passionate keynote and public speaker. Accolades Multiple trainings for foster parents through UW Alliance through awarded contract. Classes provided include Compassionate Parenting and Bullying Prevention, along with several others. These trainings use Paul’s original and copyrighted curriculum. Multiple parent trainings for Head Start and Early Head Start parents through contract we have with Snohomish County and their Head Start / Early Head Start program. Presents and keynotes at regional and national Head Start Association Conferences - including this December at the National Head Start Association Conference in Louisiana and keynoting at the California Head Start Conference in March, 2024 Provided trainings at The Region 9 Head Start Conference on “Alleviating Compassion Fatigue and Avoiding Burnout” and “The Four Negative Parenting Styles - And How to Avoid Them.” Provided and continues to provide numerous trainings for Head Start, Early Head Start agencies all over the United States. Customized training for Washington State Department of Transportation and delivered to field staff. Trained hundreds in his copyrighted Verbal DeEscalation and Self Trigger Identification through Washington State Department of Enterprise services - including staff, managers and entire agencies from Fish and Game, State Patrol, DES Grounds, Department of Licensing, Washington State Lottery, Department of Financial Institutions and many others. Provided workshops at numerous conferences for the Washington Association for AYEAC Multiple presentations at the Infant and Early Child Care Conference Multiple trainings for child care providers and owners through Child Care Resources, Bright Horizons and Child Haven, to name a few Keynoted at National Indian Head Start Directors Association Conference in Washington DC Numerous presentations for managers and staff at the National Head Start Directors Association Conferences and Trainings Keynoted and provided trainings for the Washington State Association for Head Start and ECEAP Parent leadership trainings for the Washington State Association for Head Start and ECEAP Keynoted at the Childhood Matters Conference, Renton WA Keynoted at the EWU Child Development Graduation Recent Experience Includes Provided multiple PTA presentations for parents Trained staff and managers of numerous Head Start and Early Head Start Organizations all over the country, including Alaska Keynoted at the Eastern Washington Child Care Association Conference. Provided Multiple trainings for participants at the for South Sound AEYC. Provided trainings at the parent retreat for parents in Snohomish County Head Start ECEAP. Parent leadership training for Snohomish County ECEAP. Provided multiple trainings for clients including: Friends of Youth, Sound (Seattle) Mental Health, Bright Horizons, CDAGSA, Big Brothers and Sisters, Schools out Washington and numerous school districts. Bullying Prevention training for staff at North Seattle Community College. Plus, too many more to list. Certified Trainer in the Peace Enforcement™ Curriculum. Paul is self certified as he is the creator and primary trainer in his copyrighted and original curriculum. This curriculum is the backbone and main skeleton for all the trainings Paul has been providing since 1997. He has trained tens of thousands of staff, parents, child care providers and educators all over the country in the delivery of the Peace Enforcement Curriculum; to be used with their own children, the children they teach or the children they support. Jan 1998/ Current Peace Enforcement LLC / Seattle Founder / Manager Providesnumeroustrainings to staff and organizations of all kinds. Created the curriculum, workbook and concepts currently in use. Created and provides Violence Prevention – Self Esteem Trainings and Workshops Ran parent groups for several years for parentsin Low Income / Transitional Housing Creator of the highly effective and widely successful Peace Enforcement™curriculum. This progressive and innovative curriculum has helped thousands of people across the world. The holistic approacheshelp people of all ages in any environment. Certifications Experience Conducts Managementand Staff trainings at numerous conferences. Highly skilled on creating and helpingsustain behaviorchange. Worked with various management and staff on improving internal relationships. Sept 1997 / Current The Village Project / Seattle Director/ Founder Started a Non-Profit Organization that “Protects the Innocence of Children and Promotes: ‘No More Violence’.” Developed and currently teaches the Peace Enforcement™Violence PreventionCurriculumusing Interactive Theatre. Developed and implemented program that helps children understand their Anger, Violenceand Conflict. Created and leads trainings for educators. Lead and co-lead groups for childrendeemed “at risk” Facilitated numerousclasses, workshops and assemblies for children of all ages Providesclassesin schools for children Taught hundreds of classes to thousandsof children. Sponsored and produced events for children with thousands in attendance. Nov 5, 1985 - July 3, 1998 King County Sheriff’s Office / Seattle Police Officer / Detective Attended/ Completed Law Enforcement Academy Showed high competency -Moved to new precinct upon completion of Field Training Program Reactive Patrol Officer / Most violent areas in King County Awarded Burglary Detective with only 2 ½ years on patrol Burglary / Larceny Detective Street Narcotics Detective Proactive Street Gang Detective Follow Up Street Gang Detective Street Gang Expert, Burien Precinct 1983–1985 Spokane Community College A.A. Law Enforcement May 1997 Lynnwood, WA Brain Gym (Educational Kinesiology)Training July 1997 Seattle, WA CommunityTheatre of the Oppressed Workshop July 1998 Minneapolis, MN LeadershipTraining Workshop Self Esteem a Family Affair Growing Up Again Experience / Law Enforcement Education /Managers /Leadership Trainings Retreats Day and Weekend Programs Conference Keynotes Breakout Sessions Maintenance Continued Growth Aligning your Vision with your Company’s Mission This topic is of extreme importance for managers and leadership.You see,it’s easy to become frustrated with the day to day tasks of your role.This training helps you identify what your purpose is, what you value –specifically in your management role –and how to connect these with your company’s mission.This is an invaluable concept that re-motivates, con-nects and concretizes what you really do – and why! The Art of Responding, Not Reacting When we “react,” we aren’t actually present to what’s really happening. It’s as if we’re on auto pilot, and in some ways – we are. This training uncovers the difference between Responding and Reacting, and not only shows why we do that sometimes, it provides ways for you to get out of Reactivity mode and Respond the way you wish you had. The Big Picture is Amazing Learn how to remember the big picture amidst day to day prob- lems, which can be challenging at times as a manager. Here, you’ll learn and use concepts to put things back in perspective and make the “challenges” you’re facing easier. You’ll learn not only how to do this for yourself, you’ll see how you can do this for your teams as well. Communication Skills – Enhanced Discover the true purpose of communication and how it get’s derailed so easily. Here, you’ll learn the common pitfalls, challenges and obstacles that pre- sent themselves in your work environment. You’ll learn remedies along with prevention approaches and how to move through challenges when they do happen. Bonus: Discover your communication style and how to enhance your communication with others. Emotional Intelligence Especially for managers: Learn how to develop self awareness and use this to build and maintain effective relationships with your staff and co-workers. Discover how to not get so caught up in misunderstandings, how to rethink assumptions and understand different perspectives. The Four Managing Styles Discover the four “negative” managing styles and how they show up in our own managing. Through recognition, you can choose a different, more effective and produc- tive way. You’ll learn how to use the “positive” managing styles in their place so you, your team and your supervisor can reap the benefits. Is it You, or Is it Me?We’ve all been there, we get caught up in some drama, a misunderstand- ing or frustration with someone we manage – sometimes to the point we lose sleep and it just irri- tates us. This topic helps you not only recognize when this is happening, sooner, it shows you how to unravel things and get back to your comfortable self. Paul Figueroa PEACE ENFORCEMENT LLC Internal Skills Learning More About Yourself to Benefit How You Manage The Language of Leadership: Enhancing Your Leadership Potential You’ll discover the impor- tance of positive communication, the impact it has on leadership and as such, you and your organiza- tion. Through a number of interactive exercises, you’ll develop and refine your skills in using positive speech in your workplace to inspire, motivate and create the changes you want, empowering others along the way. We’ll unlock some of the pitfalls of framing things negatively and anchor the benefits of knowing how to frame what you want to say in a positive way. We’ll also look at our internal dialog, the impact it has and pro- vide you with tools to switch things, which benefits everyone. The Language of Leadership: What Leaders Talk About People with a leading mentality tend to be concerned with creating a better tomorrow for their organizations. When they communicate with their staff, they tend to focus on subjects related to creating that tomorrow rather than on the problems of today. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to create a detailed and compelling vision of the desired future of your unit, how to stay optimistic in the face of adversity and how to apply those concepts to a variety of situations. Mistakes: What They Really Mean Discover how this misused and “charged” word not only hampers individual performance, it can cripple a team. In this training you’ll be shown how to look at mistakes differ- ently, not only to make your day easier, it will improve the performance of your workgroup. This isn’t about perfection, rather, it’s about knowing that mistakes happen and learning how to focus on how to fix them and move forward. A powerful training topic that creates deep positive changes. The Positive Influence of Internal Dialog We take a look at what we not only tell ourselves, what we listen to in our thinking. You’ll see the impact and power of “reframing,” confronting negative thoughts and beliefs and telling the positive truth in situations. The effects not only change you, as a person and as a man- ager, your workplace environment changes and so do your staff. A must for anyone wanting to sustain last- ing, positive changes! Rekindling the Fire / Burnout Prevention In managing, it’s easy to push ourselves too far. Here, we dig and discover the reasons why we forget the passion we once had for what we do in the world. You’ll dis- cover together and remove obstacles that get in your way, and be provided with long term, active steps to keeping the joy. You’ll leave with ways not only to refocus, you’ll see how to recharge and not let your battery run so low next time. External Skills Skill Mastery Attitude and Professionalism in the Workplace Discover the gift our attitudes provide and how they reflect our thinking and beliefs. See how they affect professionalism both positively and negatively and learn ways to master both. This training is great for shifting our head space at the end of a long day, or after managing challenging issues. Avoiding the Drama Triangle Learn the three different positions on the Drama Triangle and see how they try to stir things up at work. It can be from peers, from upper management or your teams – no one is im- mune! In this training, you’ll receive insights about why people make this choice, ways to prevent it and skills to not get involved in the first place. Building Confidence, Competence and Credibility Learn effective techniques to create the changes you want in your career and increase your self confidence, capability and as such – your credibil-ity. Discover new skills in communication, conflict resolution / prevention and setting and achieving your goals. See how to look at “mistakes” in a new way and how focusing on what works – and amplifying these – achieves dramatic, positive results. Conflict Resolution and Prevention During this highly interactive and effective training, you’ll learn the underlying motives behind the conflict that you, and the people on your team, experience. Discover and use a common and easy language and learn how to use proven tools to manage and work through conflict effec-tively. The Gift of Accountability Discover the common challenges that prevent managers from holding people accountable and learn effective solutions to alleviate them. You’ll also learn the direct and hid- den benefits of this skill and discover what you’re really doing when you set expectations and really fol- low through so everyone wins! Gossip Prevention This focused training teaches you effective tools to eradicate this malicious prob- lem. You’ll learn the real definition of gossip, why people choose it and discover positive ways of com- municating. You’ll learn tried and true skills to prevent gossip in your work group, discover how to avoid the trap in the first place and clean things up if it’s happening. Managing and Leading Teams Learn the nuances of team leadership, including successful strate- gies, breakdown prevention and team enhancement. See how to improve participation and support staff to count themselves in. You’ll discover tried and true methods that work! Managing and Leading Change Change happens in every organization and can lead to positive or negative results. Participants in this course discover what the different responses are to change, learn the indicators of people having difficulty with change and gain new skills in how to maximize their posi- tive potential instead. Rekindling the Fire This topic is about motivation, burnout and the relationship our brain, negative thinking and “taking on too much” have in creating this problem. You’ll learn the common pitfalls man- agers face and how to avoid them. You’ll leave invigorated, inspired and able to keep the fire burning! Successfully Motivate Your Staff Motivation is the art of inspiring others, directly or indi- rectly. This training teaches you the five characteristics that make organizations stand out from others and you’ll learn how to build organizations that inspire and motivate employees. You’ll also learn how to make positive changes in your work group to build highly motivated and highly productive teams. Teambuilding 102 Expanding on “Managing and Leading Teams,” this training uncovers personal road blocks in taking your group, staff and company to the next level. You’ll leave refreshed, inspired and with a plan on how to implement and maintain your new changes. Core Ingredients Foundation and Improvement The Art of Managing Covering the five core components of managing, their impact and the importance of monitoring and maintaining them. See how they not only improve how you manage and the way you manage, discover how it makes your day to day so much easier! The Benefit of Focus and Common Vision In today’s world it’s easy to become distracted and loose track of where you, and your company, are going. In this training you’ll identify common distrac- tions that pull us off course and discover why this happens. You’ll identify your own personal distrac- tions and create a plan to avoid them in the future and you’ll also discover the importance of creating and holding your vision during day to day activities. You’ll leave with tools to help you stay on track, hold the vision and create wonderful, positive momentum for you, your team and your company! Communication Skills – Core In this topic, you learn effective strategies to support you and your staff through the way you communicate. Discover the five core obstacles to positive communication, how to avoid them and maximize your communication skill. You’ll dig deeper, learn how to focus on what message you’re really trying to convey and what you want your staff to really hear. Creating, Sustaining and Maintaining Teamwork 101 Broadening your understanding of team-work, learn the key ingredients to continuing your efforts and how to keep your team thriving. You’ll learn tried and true concepts and leave with a road map on how to maintain the positive path you want. Create and Sustain Your Day Not many talk about this so directly. In this training, you’ll not only learn the importance of daily focus, you’ll learn the impact of planning your day, not so much about “What you do” as “How you are amidst” what you do. You’ll discover effective concepts and strategies that work in the real world, and make your managing so much easier! Difficult Conversations Made Easy Are you or your staff avoiding conversations that need to take place? Are they letting things build up until things boil over and make a mess? Learn tools to help make conversations easier and develop new skills and strategies to say what needs to be said in a way that is more receptive. Managing Staff Having Difficulty You’ll discover ways to support yourself, and your staff, that are having challenges. You’ll develop and refine skills to not take on and personalize their challenges while supporting them to create the positive changes you, and they, want. Discover the importance of focus- ing on the behavior and helping them to do the same, all to maximize and increase your chances of be-ing heard and solving the problem. Mastering Change Change happens in every organization and can lead to positive or negative re- sults. In this training, you’ll learn the different responses to change and how to lessen the impact to your staff, and in turn, their productivity. You’ll learn the indicators of people having difficulty with change and gain new skills in how to maximize their positive potential instead. Positive Leadership Successful leadership is the cornerstone to any thriving organization. This training shares effective methods to stay on the positive track. Anyone can get caught up in drama, negativity and the many other issues that present themselves in your day to day. In this training, you’ll discover and learn the benefits of positive perspective, outlook and expectations. Secrets to Customer Service You’ll discover tools to help your staff stay focused on your goals and the hidden, often not talked about, benefits to providing exceptional customer service. Learn how to help them not take customers’ needs, demands, or even their anxiety level, personally all the while hav- ing the customer feel valued and important. You’ll also learn effective tools to help you and your staff manage difficult situations and build loyalty with your customers. We’ll uncover some of common pitfalls that get in staff’s way and provide you with remedies to help them avoid them in the first place. The Setup of Perfection Paul takes a look at “perfection” and how it can cause havoc in your day. From beating yourself up for starting your day five minutes late to how much time you spend getting things “just right”. It will help you be easier with yourself and/or your staff, allow you to get more done and put some of the joy back into your life:and day! Steps to Becoming a Supervisor This training provides an overview and introduction to what it takes to become a successful supervisor. Using these skills, you’ll unlock your leadership potential, learn tools to become an exceptional leader and lead your team. Success Habits Successful people create and sustain positive habits. These habits help them work through various challenges that present themselves. Learn strategies to creating personal success hab- its and develop skills to work through day to day obstacles that present themselves. You will discover ways to focus your thinking that maximizes “Positive Problem Solving” and discover how the person with the most control over this is you. You’ll learn how the big picture is often the best way of looking at things and develop tools to help you stay focused there when you need. Paul’s Most Popular Topics II Emotional Intelligence In this training you’ll learn how to develop self awareness and use this to build and maintain effective relationships. You’ll discover how to not get so caught up in misunderstandings, how to rethink assumptions and understand different perspectives. You will be able to enhance relationships, create a positive influence in your workplace and produce the results you want. Interpersonal Communication Skills – 1 day This training will help you build positive relationships and improve your organization’s effectiveness. You’ll also master new communication skills, uncover and move through barriers to positive communication and be able to handle difficult situations more effectively. Interpersonal Communication Skills – 2 day You’ll learn how to communicate with others in a way that supports your own communication style. You’ll increase your proficiency in sharing and listening to others and handle face to face contacts more effectively. Results include improved workgroup cohesion, increased productivity and greater customer satisfaction. Interpersonal Conflict Management Discover successful methods of identifying the causes of conflict and learn tools to resolve conflicts in a positive manner. See how communication patterns, attitudes and values impact conflict and apply effective communication skills to reduce the negative effects. Mastering Change Change happens in every organization and can lead to positive, or negative results. Participants in this course discover what the different responses are to change. You’ll see how you can actually choose your response rather than be a victim to the situation. Also, learn the indicators of people having difficulty with change and gain new skills in how to maximize their positive potential instead. “I was so blown away by the first workshop I attended by Paul that I brought him back for a second session with my new staff on Conflict Resolution. I enthusiastically recommend his inspiring workshops to any group or person who seeks both professional and personal growth!” Hollie Sanders Child Care Center Manager Renton Technical College “Before this training I was TERRIBLY FRUSTRATED at work. Now I am more focused on the things I can really change. Thank you for enriching both me, and through the practice of these methods, my staff.” Roberta Haegele Customer Service City of Tacoma “I really valued the practice of the tools we learned. Being put into that position really brought the point home.” “Great information to take back to the workplace!” Training Participants “Paul is a great facilitator with lots of good information.” Maylin Clark Pierce County Member Awarded Pre-Approved Vendor for These Trainings are Also Pre-Approved for Washington State Staff via Master Contract with Washington State Department of Personnel Member Consultant Pool for Assertive Communication You’ll discover how communication is the fabric of creating a more productive, cohesive and team based work environment. In this training, you’ll learn how to present your message in a positive manner and enhance your abilities to communicate to mangers, supervisors, co- workers, employees and the public. Language of Leadership - Part 1 Enhancing Your Leadership Potential. During this course you will discover the importance of positive communication. You’ll develop skills in using positive speech in your work place to inspire, motivate and create the changes you want, empowering others along the way. Language of Leadership - Part 2 What Leaders Talk About. Successful leaders are able to engage, inspire and motivate their staff. This course will help you learn and refine your skills to do just that. Learn tools to stay optimistic in the face of adversity, cultivate and develop organizational values, and create a detailed vision of where you’d like to go. Building Confidence, Competence, & Credibility You’ll learn effective techniques to create the changes you want and increase your self confidence, capability and as such – your credibility. You will discover new skills in communication, conflict resolution / prevention and setting and achieving your goals. Discover how to look at “mistakes” in a new way and how focusing on what works, and amplifying these things, achieves dramatic - positive results. Also, you’ll learn how to be more comfortable with trying new things, accepting change and taking on new challenges. Success Habits Successful people create and sustain positive habits. These habits help them work through various challenges that present themselves. Participants will learn the strategies to creating personal success habits and develop skills to work through day to day obstacles that present themselves. You will discover ways to focus your thinking that maximizes “Positive Problem Solving” and discover how the person with the most control over this is you. You’ll learn how the big picture is often the best way of looking at things and develop tools to help you stay focused there when you need. Paul’s Most Popular Topics II “Paul’s style is full of insight. Thanks to the workshop I’ll be more positive and proactive in dealing with conflicts.” Brian Walsh WA Dept of Ecology “We brought Paul in to do two separate trainings for our staff and his presentations were GREAT! Numerous staff complimented me on bringing him in and suggested everyone in the agency go through this training. They also appreciated that he helped them adapt the tools to their own life as well as any challenges at work. I know Peace Enforcement LLC and Paul will exceed your expectations and help you with staff’s training needs.” Tamara Barrat, PHR Human Resources Manager HOPELINK “I liked that Paul is very open, positive and used interactive exercises. Thanks to this workshop I learned to identify and redirect destructive thought patterns!” Walter DuCharm WA Dept. of Natural Resources “Paul was great. His content and delivery was excellent!!” Al Juarez City of Bonney Lake “It was great working with Paul and we are looking forward to our next collaboration, soon.” Mandy Neo Key Media HR Summit Singapore