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Analyst Talk - Ashley Wells - Cold Cases, Certifications, and Career Growth
Episode: 00265 Released on May 5, 2025 Description: In this episode of Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Jason sits down with Ashley Wells, a seasoned analyst from the Manatee County Sheriff's Office with over a decade of experience. Ashley shares her unique entry into the field, including how she helped rebuild an entire crime analysis unit from the ground up. From tracking down vehicle burglary series to unraveling multistate identity fraud rings, Ashley discusses the investigative tactics that shaped her career. She also opens up about her passion for cold case work, her shift to intelligence analysis, and her experience running for IACA office. Plus, she reflects on preparing for the IALEIA certification exam and her commitment to continuous learning. Don’t miss the listener call-in segment on favorite first jobs—fudge counters, Big Macs, and snake-eating survival instructors included! [Note: Description produced by ChatGPT.]
This episode includes a call-in segment: Favorite First Jobs.
Nicole McKendree (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-nicole-mckendree-three-things/)
Josh Todd (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-josh-todd-the-adirondack-analyst/)
Akiko McClain (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-akiko-mcclain-exclamation-points-are-the-answer/)
Steve Bennett (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-steve-bennett-the-counter-drug-cliffhanger/)
Neil Hubert (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/neil-hubbert-guiding-decision-makers/v)
Name Drops:
Amber Hoffman/Elicia Main (0:04:36), Steve Gottlieb (0:50:02)
Public Service Announcements:
Amanda Wiggins (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-amanda-wiggins-the-difference-maker/)
Mandy Krueger (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-mandy-krueger-learned-probably-by-failure/)
Related Links:
www.manateesheriff.com
https://www.ialeia.org/certification_process.php
https://www.fdle.state.fl.us/Analyst-Academy/Programs/FLEAA
https://www.alphagroupcenter.com/about-us/certificate-program/
IACA Innovative Ideas Forum: https://community.iaca.net/discuss/viewcategory/140
Association(s) Mentioned: IALEIA, IACA
Vendor(s) Mentioned:
Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-wells-307350136/
Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/f74jsmx6i27cbdrg/AshleyWells_transcript.pdf
Podcast Writer:
Podcast Researcher:
Theme Song: Written and Recorded by The Rough & Tumble. Find more of their music at www.theroughandtumble.com.
Logo: Designed by Kyle McMullen. Please visit www.moderntype.com for any printable business forms and planners.
Podcast Email: [email protected]
Podcast Webpage: www.leapodcasts.com
Podcast Twitter: @leapodcasts
00:00:01 – IACA Innovative Ideas Forum
00:01:27 – Introducing Ashley
00:10:51 – ABS: Vehicle Burglary
00:16:00 – ABS: Felony Lane
00:31:50 – Break: Amanda Wiggins & Mandy Krueger
00:32:39 – Running for IACA’s VP of Admin
00:38:11 – IALEIA Conference and Certification
00:46:00 – Advice
00:48:56 – Favorite First Jobs
01:00:18 – Words to the World
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Episode: 00265 Released on May 5, 2025 Description: In this episode of Analyst Talk with Jason Elder, Jason sits down with Ashley Wells, a seasoned analyst from the Manatee County Sheriff's Office with over a decade of experience. Ashley shares her unique entry into the field, including how she helped rebuild an entire crime analysis unit from the ground up. From tracking down vehicle burglary series to unraveling multistate identity fraud rings, Ashley discusses the investigative tactics that shaped her career. She also opens up about her passion for cold case work, her shift to intelligence analysis, and her experience running for IACA office. Plus, she reflects on preparing for the IALEIA certification exam and her commitment to continuous learning. Don’t miss the listener call-in segment on favorite first jobs—fudge counters, Big Macs, and snake-eating survival instructors included! [Note: Description produced by ChatGPT.]
This episode includes a call-in segment: Favorite First Jobs.
Nicole McKendree (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-nicole-mckendree-three-things/)
Josh Todd (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-josh-todd-the-adirondack-analyst/)
Akiko McClain (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-akiko-mcclain-exclamation-points-are-the-answer/)
Steve Bennett (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-steve-bennett-the-counter-drug-cliffhanger/)
Neil Hubert (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/neil-hubbert-guiding-decision-makers/v)
Name Drops:
Amber Hoffman/Elicia Main (0:04:36), Steve Gottlieb (0:50:02)
Public Service Announcements:
Amanda Wiggins (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-amanda-wiggins-the-difference-maker/)
Mandy Krueger (https://www.leapodcasts.com/e/atwje-mandy-krueger-learned-probably-by-failure/)
Related Links:
www.manateesheriff.com
https://www.ialeia.org/certification_process.php
https://www.fdle.state.fl.us/Analyst-Academy/Programs/FLEAA
https://www.alphagroupcenter.com/about-us/certificate-program/
IACA Innovative Ideas Forum: https://community.iaca.net/discuss/viewcategory/140
Association(s) Mentioned: IALEIA, IACA
Vendor(s) Mentioned:
Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-wells-307350136/
Transcript: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/f74jsmx6i27cbdrg/AshleyWells_transcript.pdf
Podcast Writer:
Podcast Researcher:
Theme Song: Written and Recorded by The Rough & Tumble. Find more of their music at www.theroughandtumble.com.
Logo: Designed by Kyle McMullen. Please visit www.moderntype.com for any printable business forms and planners.
Podcast Email: [email protected]
Podcast Webpage: www.leapodcasts.com
Podcast Twitter: @leapodcasts
00:00:01 – IACA Innovative Ideas Forum
00:01:27 – Introducing Ashley
00:10:51 – ABS: Vehicle Burglary
00:16:00 – ABS: Felony Lane
00:31:50 – Break: Amanda Wiggins & Mandy Krueger
00:32:39 – Running for IACA’s VP of Admin
00:38:11 – IALEIA Conference and Certification
00:46:00 – Advice
00:48:56 – Favorite First Jobs
01:00:18 – Words to the World
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