About the Executive Director:
Robert Almonte retired as a Deputy Chief in 2003 after nearly 25 years with the El Paso Police Department. He had spent the majority of his career in narcotics investigations as a Detective, Sergeant, and Commander. Robert oversaw the narcotics unit and other detective units as Captain and Deputy Chief. Robert graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Criminal Justice Administration from Park University. Robert has traveled throughout the United States providing training for thousands of law enforcement Officers through various training organizations, and he has served as a consultant on law enforcement issues for General Dynamics Corporation. Robert served three terms as President for the Texas Narcotic Officers' Association. Robert served as the Vice-President for the National Narcotic Officers Associations’ Coalition (NNOAC) and also served two years as the NNOAC Southwest Regional Director.