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Facility Administrator of the Year: Edward Coday

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PUBLISHED IN: 3Q GEO World 2024
Facility Administrator of the Year: Edward Coday

Facility Administrator (FA) Edward Coday has been awarded the John M. Hurley Facility Administrator of the Year award.  Edward Coday is the Facility Administrator at Central Arizona Correctional and Rehabilitation Facility.

FA Coday embarked on his career with GEO in 2012, starting as a Shift Commander at the Phoenix West Correctional and Rehabilitation Facility. He steadily rose through the ranks, from Chief of Security to Assistant Facility Administrator, and eventually to Deputy Facility Administrator. In 2020, he was appointed Facility Administrator at the Central Arizona Correctional and Rehabilation Facility (CACF).

As a hands-on Facility Administrator, FA Coday excels in motivating the workforce and incentivizing those who consistently work hard to achieve results. His leadership and performance have earned him the Company's top award.

FA Coday began implementing incentives to boost morale at CACF. He introduced Safety Bingo with prizes for winners, regularly volunteered in the yard, and hosted barbecues for employees. FA Coday also created a music program for the community, which has been used for graduations, concerts in the recreation yard, and more. It's not unusual to see FA Coday organizing tournaments in the recreation yard or preparing special meals for the staff. He is unique and deeply appreciated by both the workforce and the inmates.

FA Coday also stands out in terms of community involvement. He initiated a fundraising program at the facility, allowing inmates to donate to their preferred charities. This program has received widespread acclaim from the community for its support of local charities in need of funding.

FA Coday is truly unique. He takes his work seriously and deeply cares for both his employees and the community. He is an exceptional motivator, and his evening visits demonstrate his genuine concern for the work his team is doing. His approach has significantly influenced the culture of the facility.Congratulations on being selected as Facility Administrator of the Year!

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