PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Clarence has honed his vast leadership and critical decision-making skills throughout his 38+ years of military, local, county and federal law enforcement service.
He began with his prestigious and highly decorated military career in the U.S. Army as a military police officer stationed at Ft. Hood, Texas. He subsequently worked his way through the ranks and was subsequently assigned to the Criminal Investigation Command, where he was a highly decorated U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 3 responsible for the protection of Secretary of Defense Dick Cheney; Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff Colin Powell; Department of Defense officials; Department of the Army officials; and all other foreign defense officials, as assigned.
In December 2016, he retired from the U.S. Secret Service as a Senior Special Agent, where he provided and supervised protective operations for the President and Vice President of the United States, former presidents, and foreign heads of state.
Albeit, a primarily law enforcement career, Clarence has successfully managed and provided supervision for highly stressful situations requiring attention to detail and decisive decision-making utilizing the information readily available and acquired through research and interaction with the public, his peers, and supervisors. Ultimately, he readily embraces the ability to make a decision and stand behind said decisions without undue influence.
EDUCATION
He is a graduate of Norwich University, Northfield, VT from which he obtained a Master’s Degree in Public Administration with a concentration in Public Safety / Emergency Preparedness. He is also a graduate of The State University of New York – Excelsior College, Albany, NY from which he obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice and Psychology.
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
Clarence is a recipient of the Congressional Patriot Award which was presented to him by sitting Congressman Pat Fallon, 4th District of Texas. The Congressional Patriot Award has been awarded to less than 1/1000th of 1% of all Americans who believe in things greater than themselves and demonstrate it through excellence, leadership, volunteerism, and selflessness.
On Veterans Day 2024, Clarence was honored with the Congressional Veteran Commendation (CVC) by Congressman Pat Fallon, representing Texas’ 4th District. The CVC is awarded to military and veterans who have demonstrated exceptional service to their country, as well as ongoing dedication to their communities. This recognition acknowledges Clarence’s sacrifices, leadership, and continued contributions, which reflect the high standards of volunteerism, excellence, and selflessness that the commendation celebrates. The award serves as a tribute to veterans who continue to make a positive impact long after their military service.
LOCAL SMALL BUSINESS OWNER
He is the owner of The Compound Nevada, which is a shooting sports training facility located in Nevada, Texas. The business affords individuals the ability to learn protective skills needed to safeguard themselves and their families.
PROUD ROCKWALL RESIDENT
Since 2012, Clarence has been a proud and engaging resident of Rockwall, where he resides with his wife, Lyne, and three daughters, Maya, Sydney, and Darby.