Board
Since our founding in 2009, the Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association Board of Directors has partnered with the association staff to offer the best support, training and financial resources for Florida’s deputies.
Sheriff BILLY WOODS
Marion County Sheriff’s Office
Board President
Sheriff Billy Woods, a Marion County native, has dedicated his career to serving and protecting his community. He holds a degree in Criminal Justice Administration/Business Management and is a graduate of the Florida Department of Law Enforcement Executive Senior Leadership Program.
Currently, Sheriff Woods serves as board president of the Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association, secretary of the Florida Sheriffs Association, and a board member of the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranch. He is also involved in various community initiatives, including expanding Marion County’s K-9 Unit and reestablishing a mounted unit to enhance local law enforcement efforts.
Since taking office in 2016, he has overseen significant growth in the county’s population while prioritizing safety and security.
Sheriff Gary DeLoach
Putnam County
Vice President
Chief Bobby Green
Leon County
Treasurer
Sheriff Peyton Grinnell
Lake County
Secretary
Sheriff Mike Adkinson
Walton County
Member
Lieutenant Eric Burke
Charlotte County
Member
Colonel Elena Vitt
CITRUS COUNTY
MEMBER
Colonel Brad Smith
Bradford County
Member
Sergeant Donald Prichard
Broward County
Member
Major Wes Burch
Jackson County
Member
Sheriff Mike Prendergast
Citrus County
Immediate Past President
PAST PRESIDENTS
Sheriff Rick Staly
Flager County
Past President
Sheriff AJ Smith
Franklin County
Past President
Sheriff Gordon Smith
Bradford County
Past President
Sheriff Bob White (Retired)
Past President Emeritus
Ex-Officio Board Members
Keith Dean, CPA
Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association
Executive Director
Steve Casey
Florida Sheriffs Association
Executive Director
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Board of Directors Bylaws
The Florida Deputy Sheriffs Association Board Bylaws are available to download. For questions call (844)-890-0412 or contact our team.
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