2026 Sponsors
SPEAKERS
Corporal Aaron J. Allen
Heritage Affairs Section
Pennsylvania State Police
Office of Community Engagement
Aaron J. Allen is a law enforcement officer, educator, and community engagement professional dedicated to strengthening relationships between law enforcement and the communities they serve.
A graduate of Chowan University with a degree in Criminal Justice and Point Park University with a master’s degree in Criminal Justice Administration and Management, Aaron joined the Pennsylvania State Police in 2015. Throughout his career, he has served in numerous leadership and training roles, including Firearms Instructor, Field Training Officer, Crisis Intervention Training Officer, Diversity and Inclusion Instructor, and Recruitment Coordinator.
Recently promoted to Corporal, Aaron currently serves as a Heritage Affairs Liaison Officer with the Pennsylvania State Police Office of Community Engagement, where he works to address hate crimes, bias-related incidents, and issues involving racial tension across Pennsylvania while helping build stronger community relationships.
In addition to his law enforcement career, Aaron is an adjunct professor who teaches criminal justice at several colleges and police academies throughout Pennsylvania. His commitment to service and education has earned him numerous honors, including a Department of Justice–United States Attorney Award, an NAACP Award, the 2024 Adjunct Professor of the Year Award, and the Westmoreland County Community College Distinguished Alumnus Award.
Denise Neale
Vice President
Arbor Management
Denise Neale joined Arbor Management, LLC following a successful career in the hospitality industry, where she gained experience both in hotel operations and on the corporate side of the business. She became part of Arbor Management in 2003, beginning as a Property Manager and steadily advancing through roles of increasing responsibility.
Over the years, Denise has served as a Regional Manager, Training Coordinator, and held key positions within the Compliance Department, developing a well-rounded expertise in property management operations. In April 2022, she was promoted to Vice President and Director of Property Management.
Arbor Management is a property management firm overseeing 72 properties across eight states. In her current role, Denise has played a critical part in guiding her teams through the challenges following the COVID-19 pandemic, helping to navigate significant operational and industry changes. She is now focused on leading strategic technology initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiency, strengthening team performance, and positioning the company for continued growth.