Alexandra Walker (right) was the invited speaker at the Judge Conrad L. Ball Banquet held April 26 at CSU’s Canvas Stadium. The annual event honors a recipient who has significantly contributed toward improving the quality of criminal justice in Larimer County. Laurie Stolen (left) was recognized this year for increasing connections between mental health and criminal justice.

Alex is Vice Chairperson the Colorado State Board of Parole, appointed by Governer Hickenlooper in 2015. She is Director of Community Relations and Strategy at the Alliance for Criminal Justice Innovation, as well as a Research and Training Consultant for a Denver-area community corrections facility.

“Alexandra did a wonderful job as our keynote speaker. She’s the best!” said Tim Hand (center), Director of Larimer County Community Corrections.