“The Vigilant Vision”
Who Are We?
MISSION
Embracing our identity as a female-led enterprise, we stand united with expert educators, coaches, and professionals well-versed in various fields such as education, special populations, crisis management, and health and wellness.
At the heart of A&A Athletic Consulting (Vigilant Athletics) and Vigilance Safety Training Center lies a commitment to empowering student-athletes and their families through comprehensive support services, organizational risk assessment and health, and safety planning.
CORE VALUES
Vigilance
Integrity
Growth
Leadership
Advocacy
Empowering athletes, parent, coaches, and stakeholders with the tools, training, and support needed to create safe, competitive, and civility-driven sports environments.
VISION
Create a national culture of civility, safety, and leadership in sports where athletes thrive, families feel supported, and athletic departments and agencies are empowered to lead with integrity, protect their communities, and elevate the game for generations to come.
WHAT WE DO
A&A Athletic Consulting, LLC was founded with a mission to guide and support families and student-athletes on their journey through the college admissions and recruiting process while also aiding institutions in implementing effective frameworks that prioritize the holistic well-being of student-athletes.
At the heart of A&A stands the Vigilance Safety Training Center, an educational hub endorsed by ECSI. This center proudly holds certifications in Sports & Entertainment Venue Staff, serving as a Testing Assessment Center for NOCTI. Through its offerings of Microcredentials, Job Readiness, Employability Skills, and pathways to college-to-career readiness, it equips individuals with essential tools for success.
Dedicated to enhancing safety and security across various sectors, the Safety Training Center extends its services to schools, universities, sports entities, and community organizations. By providing tailored support in health and safety planning, staff development, risk management strategies, and meticulous review of operational policies and procedures for events and facilities, it champions a culture of preparedness and excellence.
CV of Ceo
Alva Amaker is a dynamic leader in education, athletic administration, and safety training, serving as a Health and Physical Education professional, Athletics Academic Coordinator, and the visionary CEO/Founder of A&A Athletic Consultant, Vigilance Safety Training Center, and DCPG Sports. With a powerful blend of experience across K–12, collegiate, and community sports sectors, Alva specializes in program development, compliance, crisis response, and strategic leadership.
A recognized authority in sports safety and risk management, Alva has delivered first responder training since 1994 and was honored as Civility Worldwide’s Affiliate of the Month for her outstanding work in fostering proactive, emotionally grounded sports environments. Her leadership has transformed athletic programs—expanding one department from 97 to 432 participants—and launched initiatives like student advisory boards, contactless entry protocols, and real-time emergency response systems. She is a trusted partner to institutions and administrators, known for helping organizations assess vulnerabilities and redesign operations through a safety-first lens.
Whether preparing teams for high-stakes competition or managing emergency responses with calm precision, Alva brings unwavering integrity, passion, and purpose to every endeavor. Her mission: empowering athletes, coaches, and parents with the tools, training, and support needed to create safe, competitive, and civility-driven sports environments.
Alva Amaker, M.Ed, CAA, AIC, CSVS
Founder/CEO
301-404-1263
aamaker@aaathleticconsulting.com
safe@vigilanestc.com
Education and Training :
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BS Degree Health and Physical Education - Central State University
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M.Ed Organizational Leadership - American Intercontinental University
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National Sports Safety and Security Professional Certificate - University of Southern Mississippi
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Certified Civility Trainer - International Civility Trainers’ Consortium
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Covid-19 Contact Tracing - ASHTO
Panelist:
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(2024) Mecklenburg County Symposium
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(2023) NFHS Behavior in Sports Summit
Black Women in Sports Foundation DC Chapter
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(2012) Taking Women of Color to the Next Level as Collegiate Head Coaches and Athletic Administrators
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(2011) Nurturing Healthy Scholar-Athletes on all levels
Guest Lecturer:
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(2024) - Bowie State University, Department of Sports Management
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(2023 - 2024) - Bowie State University, Department of Sports Management
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(2019) – Athletic Director’s Academy Leadership Training Course
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(2018) – Sports Communication Dynamics: Howard University Dept of Communications
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(2018) Youth Sports Safety Protocols: "Concussion Management, Return to Learn”: Howard University, Department of Communications Science and Disorders
Publications:
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(2020) COVID-19 Recovery - Deliberate Intentions: Linkedin.com
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(2019) From Policies to Practice – Sports Injuries, treatment and performance information: SportsMd.com
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(2019) Brain Health Magazine - Concussion Return to Play Protocols Implementation Interscholastic Sports
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(2020) Facilities Sanitation – Foul on the Play: Linkedin.com
Paper/Poster Presentations:
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(2020) – Institutional Risk Management and Student-Athlete Mental Health – Black Student-Athlete Summit
Research:
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(2019) Examination of Verbal Reasoning, Working Memory, and Learning Strategies of Students in Youth Sports. Howard University: College of Communications Science and Disorders. (baseline and post-concussion test examiner)
Advisory Committee:
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Hospital for Special Surgeries
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Advisory Committee for Pro Motion Curriculu
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Member:
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NIAAA
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Member Credentials Committee
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NOMAD - National Organization of Minority Athletic Directors
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Education Committee Chairperson
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WISE (Women in Sports and Events)
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DC Chapter
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Events Safety Alliance
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International Institute Of Risk and Safety Management
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Affiliate
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Innovative Institute For Fan Experience
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American Industrial Hygiene Association
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Women in Industrial Health
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Minority SG
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Incident Preparedness and Response
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Secretary-elect
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The Associates
The associated team is comprised of dynamic teachers, medical professionals, social service therapists, psychologists, and coaches that possess the essential knowledge, skills and understand the processes necessary to a healthy, resilient community.
Tiffany Miller-Bevins:
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Certified Social Emotion Training Consultant
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Educational Consultant
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Certified Athletic Administrator
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Master of Science Degree in English
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APC in Special Education
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Crisis Intervention Resource Teacher - CPI Certified
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Mentor Teacher
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Pediatric Emergency Response and Preparedness
Kenneth Amaker:
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Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance
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APC Business Education
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Educational Consultant
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Conflict Resolution
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Internal Auditor - Capitol Hill Police
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OSHA Compliance Certification
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CALEA Certification
Janet Rhoan - RN
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Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, Business of Nursing (2006)
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) 1999
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Registered Nurse hospital nursing experience in ER, Labor & Delivery and Mother-Baby units
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Professional School Nurse – High School
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BLS, ACLS, PALS