Major Sheffield F. Ford III
Major Sheffield F. Ford III Joins the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges.

The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) is honored to welcome Major Sheffield Ford III as a board member of the oldest judicial membership organization in the country.

Ford's notable military career in the U.S. Army included commanding Special Forces Soldiers in Afghanistan and Pakistan, where he was responsible for special operations, combat missions, and training. He is president and chief executive officer for Raven Advisory, LLC. 

During Operation Enduring Freedom in 2006, Ford was awarded numerous military awards, including the Silver Star because of his heroic actions and courageous leadership in Afghanistan, as well as The Legion of Merit, the Bronze Star and many other military recognitions.

"We are incredibly excited to welcome Major Sheffield Ford III to our board," said Joey Orduña Hastings. "His demonstrated leadership and vision will help us best support the lives of the military families we serve. He provides vital insight and perspective of those who have served, and are serving, our country."

About the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ):
Founded in 1937, the Reno, Nev.-based National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges is the nation's oldest judicial membership organization and is focused on improving the effectiveness of our nation's juvenile and family courts. A leader in continuing education opportunities, research, and policy development in the field of juvenile and family justice, the NCJFCJ serves an estimated 30,000 juvenile and family court professionals and is unique in providing practice-based resources to jurisdictions and communities nationwide.

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