With over two decades in public service, Anthony Vidale has been a driving force in criminal justice policy, finance, and strategic leadership in Arizona. As Executive Director of the Arizona Criminal Justice Commission (ACJC), he leads policy initiatives, engages with key stakeholders, and oversees multimillion-dollar funding for public safety programs.

Previously, Vidale served as Deputy Director and Chief Financial Officer at ACJC, managing the agency’s budget, grants, and compliance. He played a key role in financial oversight and strategic planning, ensuring efficient resource distribution. Before that, as Program Manager, he developed and administered drug enforcement and crime victim services programs, strengthening Arizona’s victim compensation system and influencing state policies.

He has served on several boards, commissions, and committees, most notably the Chandler Domestic Violence Commission, the Committee for Victims in the Courts, as a board member of the National Association of Crime Victim Compensation Boards, and the Governor’s Meth Task Force. Tony has served on the National Criminal Justice Association Advisory Council since 2016 and was elected to the Board of Directors in 2017.