Tena Pate
As a former appointed state leader and public servant with vast experience spanning the legislative, judicial, and executive branches of state government, I am known for driving excellence in policy and practice.
I’ve served in the administrations of four governors (Martinez, Chiles, MacKay, and Bush), and my tenure on the Florida Commission on Offender Review (FCOR or Commission) allowed me to serve Governors Bush, Crist, and Scott.
My passion is to affect change…give a voice to the voiceless…serve with integrity…and be just and fair in all matters that come before me. I’ve been recognized for my innovation, leadership, and commitment to our state and to Florida’s criminal justice system in advocating for victims and offenders and developing policies and programs that ensure the safety of all Floridians.
During my service as the Chairwoman at the Commission, I established leadership training and succession planning that played a significant role in improving employee morale, engagement, and retention. Building high-performing teams that achieved exceptional results was a priority.
Some of the committees I’ve been tapped to serve on include the Florida Supreme Court’s Florida Innocence Commission, the Florida Attorney General’s Domestic Violence Fatality Review Team, and the Self-Inflicted Crimes Task Force. I’ve also served on international and national efforts including the Association of Paroling Authorities International and National Institute of Corrections.
I believe a great deal of strength and an unwavering vision is necessary to effectively lead, whether that leadership is directed towards government, nonprofit organizations, or the for-profit sector.
On a personal note: I’m a wife, mother of two adult sons, and a member of the Tallahassee Community Chorus. Community/Board Service, reading, hiking and ziplining with my fellas, playing the piano, singing, and getting together with friends are some of my favorite activities.
As a former appointed state leader and public servant with vast experience spanning the legislative, judicial, and executive branches of state government, I am known for driving excellence in policy and practice.
I’ve served in the administrations of four governors (Martinez, Chiles, MacKay, and Bush), and my tenure on the Florida Commission on Offender Review (FCOR or Commission) allowed me to serve Governors Bush, Crist, and Scott.
My passion is to affect change…give a voice to the voiceless…serve with integrity…and be just and fair in all matters that come before me. I’ve been recognized for my innovation, leadership, and commitment to our state and to Florida’s criminal justice system in advocating for victims and offenders and developing policies and programs that ensure the safety of all Floridians.
During my service as the Chairwoman at the Commission, I established leadership training and succession planning that played a significant role in improving employee morale, engagement, and retention. Building high-performing teams that achieved exceptional results was a priority.
Some of the committees I’ve been tapped to serve on include the Florida Supreme Court’s Florida Innocence Commission, the Florida Attorney General’s Domestic Violence Fatality Review Team, and the Self-Inflicted Crimes Task Force. I’ve also served on international and national efforts including the Association of Paroling Authorities International and National Institute of Corrections.
I believe a great deal of strength and an unwavering vision is necessary to effectively lead, whether that leadership is directed towards government, nonprofit organizations, or the for-profit sector.
On a personal note: I’m a wife, mother of two adult sons, and a member of the Tallahassee Community Chorus. Community/Board Service, reading, hiking and ziplining with my fellas, playing the piano, singing, and getting together with friends are some of my favorite activities.
