Kris Carlson

Background

About Kris Carlson

Kris, currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer boasts an impressive 26-year career in civil and criminal investigations, digital forensics, and high-tech computer and internet investigations. Before transitioning to civil work, Kris had a distinguished law enforcement career. Starting in he joined the Northern New England Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (ICAC), one of the first ten ICAC task forces established by the United States Department of Justice. During his tenure with ICAC, Kris received extensive training in computer forensics, undercover operations, and complex technical investigations. He was subsequently promoted to Detective and served with the county-wide Special Victims Unit (SVU) task force in the state's largest county, leading investigations into sexually based offenses, sexually motivated homicides, serious child abuse, and child fatalities. Kris advanced to the position of Detective Sergeant and became the Director of the SVU, overseeing all operations and investigations. Additionally, he served as a supervisor for the statewide Vermont ICAC task force. Later, as Detective Lieutenant, Kris resumed his role as Director of the SVU and was appointed Vermont ICAC Commander, assuming full operational oversight of the statewide task force and its affiliates for over six years. Kris was a primary instructor for the Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council for over 13 years and a trainer for the national ICAC Technical Assistance and Training Program, among other national programs. He has presented to and trained thousands of law enforcement personnel, prosecutors, and civilian support staff across the United States and Canada on topics including technical investigations, sexual assault/abuse investigations, interview and interrogation, and mental health wellness. Kris has also testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee regarding ICAC task force operations. He is one of the founding members and a primary presenter for the SHIFT (Supporting Heroes in Mental Health Foundational Training) program, focused on the wellness of those exposed to traumatic materials. Kris also serves as Vice President of the Digital Haven Project, where he leverages his vast experience with ICAC to lead initiatives aimed at combating child exploitation. His leadership and expertise are critical to the DHP's mission of protecting vulnerable populations and ensuring justice