About the Moss Group

Anadora “Andie” Moss is the founder of The Moss Group, a justice consulting firm established in 2002, and founder of Moss Justice Partners, a nonprofit organization focused on addressing service gaps and systemic inequities affecting justice-impacted individuals, families, and communities. A nationally recognized correctional leader, consultant, trainer, and thought partner, Ms. Moss has spent more than four decades helping public safety and correctional agencies strengthen culture, leadership, safety, and operational practice.

Throughout her career, Ms. Moss has worked with federal, state, and local agencies, private organizations, and national associations on some of the field’s most complex and sensitive issues. Her areas of expertise include sexual safety in confinement settings, implementation of the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), organizational and facility culture, women’s services, staff-client relations, executive leadership development, facility assessment, investigative practice, strategic planning, and organizational change. She is widely recognized for her ability to translate complex correctional challenges into practical strategies that improve safety, accountability, and outcomes for staff and justice-involved populations.

Since founding The Moss Group, Ms. Moss has guided work in all 50 states and with several international agencies, supporting adult, juvenile, jail, prison, and community-based correctional systems. Under her leadership, The Moss Group has provided training, technical assistance, assessment, and implementation support to agencies seeking to improve culture, meet federal requirements, enhance investigative practices, and strengthen gender-responsive and trauma-informed operations. Through extensive work with the National Institute of Corrections, Bureau of Justice Assistance, and Bureau of Justice Statistics, Ms. Moss and The Moss Group have played a significant role in national PREA implementation and related field-building efforts, including hundreds of on-site technical assistance events across correctional settings.

Before founding The Moss Group, Ms. Moss served as a Program Manager with the U.S. Department of Justice, National Institute of Corrections, where she developed and managed national initiatives focused on sensitive correctional management issues. She chaired NIC’s Initiative on Justice-Involved Women and its Institutional Culture Initiative, managed executive leadership programs, and provided consultation to correctional executives across the country. Earlier in her career, she held senior leadership roles with the Georgia Department of Corrections, including Assistant Deputy Commissioner, where she oversaw reform in women’s services and managed a landmark lawsuit related to sexual safety and incarcerated females.

Ms. Moss is a frequent speaker and presenter on leadership, culture, sexual safety, PREA, women in corrections, and correctional practice. She has testified before the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, served as a subject matter expert on federal panels and advisory bodies, and contributed to national conversations on justice-involved women and safety in confinement. She has authored and co-authored publications on staff sexual misconduct, PREA, women in prison, and correctional leadership, including contributions to professional periodicals and correctional administration texts.

Ms. Moss is active in numerous professional organizations and has held leadership roles across the corrections field. She is a founding member and past president of the Association of Women Executives in Corrections, a former chair of the American Correctional Association’s Women Working in Corrections Committee, and a long-standing member of several national correctional associations. Her honors include the American Correctional Association E.R. Cass Correctional Achievement Award, the American Jail Association Francis R. “Dick” Ford Distinguished Service Award, the Association of Women Executives in Corrections Susan M. Hunter Award and Legacy Award, and the National Institute of Corrections Executive Director’s Award.

Ms. Moss holds a Master of Education from the University of Idaho and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Georgia.

Mara Dodson serves as President of The Moss Group (TMG), where she leads and guides teams across day-to-day operations, organizational development, relationship management, business strategy, growth, and service delivery. She works closely across the organization to align priorities, strengthen team effectiveness, deepen client and partner relationships, identify strategic opportunities, and position the firm for sustainable growth while ensuring its work remains practical, research-based, and grounded in the realities of 24/7 operations.

Mara joined TMG in 2008 as a project coordinator and advanced into roles of increasing responsibility and executive leadership, giving her a deep understanding of the firm’s people, clients, services, operations, and growth strategy. Across her tenure, she has supported federal and state prison, jail, and juvenile clients leading 60+ projects across 40+ jurisdictions addressing workforce and professional development, sexual abuse prevention and response, culture transformation, services for special populations, safety and operational practice, gender-responsive services, and program implementation. Each stage of her work at TMG—from coordinating projects and managing complex engagements to leading development opportunities, strengthening client and partner relationships, and shaping business strategy—informs her leadership as President, bringing both operational insight and a clear vision for sustainable growth.

Mara is a member of the American Correctional Association, Association of Women Executives in Corrections, and International Corrections and Prison Association and has presented to correctional audiences on topics including the intergenerational workforce, PREA, professional development, and gender-responsive practice. She has co-authored a textbook chapter for prison administrators on sexual abuse prevention and response and was on faculty for a multi-country training in Thailand on the United Nations Rules for the Treatment of Women Prisoners and Non-Custodial Measures for Women Offenders.

Mara holds a Master of Business Administration from American University (Washington, DC) and a Bachelor of Arts in Middle Eastern Studies and Arabic from Tufts University.

Ken Hyle brings over thirty years of experience in adult corrections and executive leadership to his role as Vice President, Correctional Services at The Moss Group. Before TMG, he served as the General Counsel/Assistant Director for the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP). As General Counsel, he had oversight of legal training and of a broad range of practice areas to include correctional law, litigation, policy development and review, real estate and environmental law, government contracting, the Freedom of Information Act, and government ethics.

Ken’s career in the BOP began in 1994 and afforded him the opportunity to work in jail and correctional facilities, regional offices, and at agency headquarters. In the several positions he held, Ken had responsibilities for agency litigation, staff investigations and employment law issues, labor-management relations, regulation and policy development, and stakeholder engagement. Ken also served as a liaison to the leadership of the Department of Justice and other Executive agencies, the U.S. Sentencing Commission, and the Administrative Office of the United States Courts.

Of note during Ken’s BOP career was serving on the U.S. Attorney General’s committee which drafted the PREA regulations and subsequently drafting internal policies and assisting in PREA implementation in the federal system. He also worked extensively on high profile initiatives concerning restrictive housing practices and the management of special populations.

During his tenure at TMG, Ken has led project initiatives to include system-wide assessments, targeted facility operational reviews, training on special populations, strategic planning and implementation, and leadership development programs. Known for producing results, Ken has helped agencies find practical solutions to complex correctional issues and has produced data driven reports which have resulted in additional resource allocations for facilities and systems.

Ken has been recognized with two Distinguished Service awards from a U.S. Attorney General and was appointed to the federal government’s Senior Executive Service. He is a member of the American Correctional Association and is a regular presenter at conferences and is active on the Legal Committee. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Boston University and attended law school at the National Law Center of the George Washington University.  Ken is driven by a commitment to public service and the belief in the possibilities of positive impacts systems can provide to staff and those they serve.

Shirley Moore Smeal is a nationally respected corrections leader with more than three decades of experience advancing operational excellence, leadership development, and system-wide reform within complex correctional environments. Her 32-year career with the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections (PADOC) reflects a distinguished trajectory of increasing responsibility and historic leadership.

Shirley began her career in 1987 at SCI Huntingdon and advanced through leadership roles across multiple institutions. In 2001, she was appointed Superintendent of SCI Muncy, one of the largest correctional institutions for women in the nation. She later served as Regional Deputy Secretary and was appointed Executive Deputy Secretary—the first woman to hold that position in PADOC history. In August 2009, Governor Edward G. Rendell named her Acting Secretary of Corrections, where she served as Chief Operating Officer for one of the largest state prison systems in the United States.

Throughout her tenure, Shirley led critical initiatives focused on leadership development, operational improvement, and humane correctional practices. Her work included chairing a department-wide leadership development program for more than a decade, revising restrictive housing policies and practices, strengthening inmate release procedures, and enhancing access to mental health services. A United States Air Force veteran, Shirley retired from PADOC in June 2019.

In addition to her operational leadership, Shirley is a recognized advocate for women’s leadership in corrections. She served as President of the Association of Women Executives in Corrections (AWEC) and remains an active member. Her contributions have been recognized with numerous honors, including the Susan Hunter Award from AWEC and the Trailblazer Award from the National Organization of Black Women in Law Enforcement. She is also a member of the American Correctional Association and the National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice.

At The Moss Group (TMG), Shirley brings deep expertise in professional and leadership development, strategic planning, gender-responsive practices, facility operational assessments, and organizational culture change. She partners with clients to strengthen operational practices, develop effective leaders at all levels, and support systems working with incarcerated women and girls.

Caleb Asbridge is a Project Director with The Moss Group, bringing more than 25 years of experience in organizational leadership, training development, compliance, operational improvement, and large-scale grant and project management across the criminal justice system. Caleb specializes in helping agencies navigate complex change initiatives, strengthen leadership and supervision, secure and implement grant-funded initiatives, and improve compliance and operational performance through practical, data-informed strategies.

Prior to joining The Moss Group, Caleb worked for the Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice, where he served as a Superintendent of multiple juvenile correctional facilities. He also served as the Assistant Director of Program Services, where he was responsible for specialized programming and legislative affairs. He also served as a Program Director and General Manager for a private foster care agency, where he managed multiple programs to ensure regulatory compliance and program fidelity. His work has spanned federal, state, local, and tribal justice agencies, with project experience in nearly every U.S. state and in partnership with a wide range of correctional, community supervision, and justice-serving organizations.

At The Moss Group, Caleb has worked on and led projects involving grant-funded technical assistance and training initiatives, facility and organizational assessments, PREA implementation and audit readiness, training and curriculum development, supervisory and leadership development, and compliance and risk management. His project portfolio includes supporting clients through grant planning, proposal development support, post-award implementation, and performance monitoring, as well as policy and practice reviews, training academies, in-service training programs, and strategic planning efforts designed to improve safety, staff readiness, and organizational culture.

Where appropriate, Caleb supports clients in leveraging emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, to strengthen grant-supported initiatives by improving documentation, training delivery, workflow efficiency, reporting, and decision-making while maintaining accountability and human oversight.

An experienced facilitator and presenter, Caleb has led and supported dozens of trainings, workshops, and conference sessions for executives, supervisors, and line staff, translating complex regulatory, operational, and grant requirements into clear, actionable guidance. His work consistently emphasizes practical implementation, sustainability, and alignment between funding requirements, policy, practice, and organizational values.

Caleb holds a Master of Public Administration and a Bachelor of Arts in Government, Economics, and Philosophy from Western Kentucky University.

Hope Cooper brings two decades of executive leadership in juvenile and adult corrections to her role as Project Director at The Moss Group. Before TMG, she served as the Deputy Secretary of Juvenile and Adult Community Based Services for the Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC), overseeing statewide juvenile services—along with Community Corrections, Parole Services, and the Interstate Compact Unit. She was elected national Vice Chair of the Interstate Commission for Adult Offender Supervision.

Hope’s KDOC career began in 2008 and spanned roles such as Program Consultant, Director of Community Corrections Services, and Warden of Topeka Correctional Facility, the state’s only women’s prison. Earlier in her career, she worked as a therapist in a juvenile treatment center for adolescent girls, with Target Corporation, as a Program Director for an alternative to incarceration program, and as a Federal Probation Officer—experience that grounds her leadership in both operational insight and human-centered practice.

Her specialties include organizational and leadership development, professional development, cultural and operational assessment, and strategic planning, with a particular focus on working with women and girls. During her tenure at TMG, Hope has led project initiatives spanning staffing analysis and planning, facility and safety assessments in women’s facilities, correctional training assessments, and leadership development programs. Known for producing results, Hope has helped senior administrators prioritize needs and identify strategies to meet those needs.

She is an active member of American Probation and Parole Association, American Correctional Association, and the Association of Women Executives in Corrections, where she won the Susan Hunter Award for career achievement and impact in the field of corrections.  She maintains certification in the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, and the Human Synergistics suite of tools (Life Styles Inventory, Organizational Culture Inventory, Organizational Effectiveness Inventory). Hope holds a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and psychology and a master’s degree in Community Counseling from Chadron State College. She is driven by a deep belief in people’s capacity for growth and in creating environments where individuals can become the best version of themselves.

Maggie Black has served in a variety of roles over her more than 12 years of service with TMG, growing into a trusted leader known for her thoughtful approach and steady execution. In her current role as Project Director, Maggie leads initiatives with candor, practicality, and a deep belief in the art of the possible—helping agencies navigate complex challenges with clarity, integrity, and purpose.

During her tenure, she has worked in over 30 jurisdictions across the country, building strong partnerships and a reputation for delivering meaningful, lasting results. Maggie specializes in projects focused on federal oversight and compliance, staff wellness and resiliency, facility operations assessments, the use of film as a tool for staff and incarcerated individual education, strategic planning, and leadership development. Her work consistently emphasizes practical, sustainable solutions that enhance safety, strengthen accountability, and improve outcomes for both staff and those in custody.

Notably, Maggie has contributed to the development of nearly a dozen original training curricula, including topics such as professional boundaries, gender responsiveness, staff resiliency, and peer-facilitated programming. She brings creativity and intentionality to her work, particularly in designing engaging learning experiences that resonate with correctional audiences.

Prior to joining TMG, Maggie worked with the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors and the National Center for Trauma-Informed Care, where she supported initiatives focused on mental health awareness and reducing the use of seclusion and restraint in institutional settings. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Women’s Studies from Manhattanville University.

Tina Waldron brings more than twenty years of corrections experience to her role as Project Director at The Moss Group. Prior to joining TMG, she served as Reentry and Women’s Services Director for the Missouri Department of Corrections and as a Program Consultant and Research Analyst for the Kansas Department of Corrections. She has also served as an Adjunct Professor of Psychology at Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas. Tina’s clinical work focused on traumatic stress reactions across diverse populations, including combat veterans and survivors of sexual assault and disaster. This background informs her broad perspective on corrections, shaped by practitioner experience across states and divisions and grounded in a focus on both system‑level and individual needs.

Tina’s specialties include leadership and workforce development, organizational readiness and change management, facility assessments, strategic planning and implementation, and specialized support for women’s services, special populations, and operational practice improvement. Her work centers on translating big‑picture intent into practical, usable structures by operating at the intersection of strategy, leadership alignment, and real‑world execution. Through extensive work with corrections partners, she has seen firsthand that creating safety depends on helping teams communicate honestly while maintaining trust—especially when the stakes are high.

Tina is an active member of the American Correctional Association, the American Probation and Parole Association, the International Corrections and Prisons Association, and the Association of Women Executives in Corrections. She maintains certification in the Myers‑Briggs Type Indicator and is currently pursuing certification in trauma‑informed design. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in clinical psychology from Washburn University. Tina is driven by a commitment to working in partnership with corrections leaders to build environments where people can act with clarity, accountability, and professional courage.

Jennifer Sheahan is a PREA subject matter expert with The Moss Group, bringing almost 30 years of experience in program development and implementation, budget management, compliance, audit readiness, operational improvement, and overseeing federal grant funded activities across the criminal justice system. Jennifer specializes in helping agencies and facilities assess their PREA programs health and audit readiness, supports agencies as they navigate difficult operational concerns, develops new business opportunities, advances grant-funded objectives, provides realistic and effective solutions to complex corrections issues, by interpreting and utilizing relevant data.

Prior to joining The Moss Group, Jennifer worked for The GEO Group, where she served as a manager in the Contract Compliance department.  Jennifer supervised up to fifty facilities across all lines of business to monitor their American Correctional Association (ACA) and Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) compliance. She provided corporate support for all phases of compliance audits through conducting internal audits, document preparation, certification audit scheduling, and developing and monitoring corrective action plans.  She also served as the PREA Coordinator for a small, private corrections company in New Jersey. She worked for a non-profit agency in New Jersey where she supervised several programs for male and female offenders in Department of Corrections and State Parole Board contracted residential community release programs.  She has experience providing mental health and substance abuse counseling and case management services to clients with dual diagnoses. Jennifer’s work has included federal, state, and local agencies, allowing her to build professional relationships with a variety of correctional, community supervision, and juvenile agencies.

At The Moss Group, Jennifer has led projects and provided subject matter expertise for grant-funded technical assistance and training initiatives, facility sexual safety assessments, PREA implementation and compliance audit readiness, training development, support for agencies under Department of Justice Settlement Agreements and data collection and interpretation workshops. Her project experience includes assisting clients with grant implementation planning, monitoring grant activity progress, development of audit readiness plans, coaching sessions to implement PREA-related practices, policy, procedures and training review, and conducting training for frontline and administrative staff.

An experienced practitioner, Jennifer has participated in and supported staff training and workshops, offender education meetings and conference sessions about PREA-related topics. Jennifer served on the faculty of the PREA Resource Center’s PREA 101 class where she presented PREA information and interpretation to learners assigned to her group.    Through training facilitation and coaching, Jennifer encourages staff to comprehend regulatory standards, operational best practice, and contract requirements to improve agency and facility cultures of sexual safety. Her guidance emphasizes real-world solutions for implementation, viability, and cohesion between agency policy and practice, contract requirements, and budgetary constraints.

Jennifer has been a Department of Justice certified PREA auditor since December 2016. She holds a Master of Human Services (Counseling Concentration) from Lincoln University and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Duquesne University.