Ryan Cardona

Ryan Cardona is a law enforcement and public safety technology leader based in Lonoke, Arkansas, with over a decade of experience protecting communities and implementing security solutions. As a School Resource Officer at Cabot Public Schools, he serves as a primary liaison between administrators, parents, and community partners while delivering safety training and presentations. Previously, he directed safety and security operations across five charter school campuses, overseeing technology systems and managing officer programs. His background includes six years as a Police Officer and School Resource Officer with the Jacksonville Police Department, where he conducted investigations and identified community needs to enhance safety strategies. Cardona holds FAA Part 107 certification for unmanned aerial systems and drone flight operations, and brings expertise in market research and strategic communication. He combines hands-on law enforcement experience with technical competency in public safety technology.