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DJC Solutions, LLC

Dave Closson

Meet Dave Closson, the owner of DJC Solutions, LLC, a consulting company dedicated to serving substance misuse prevention professionals, law enforcement officers, and military veterans across the United States. With a focus on sustainable habits, aligned experiences, and next-level excellence, Dave helps others achieve their full potential. As the author of “Motivational Interviewing for Campus Police” and one of the few Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) #StillServing Heroes nationwide, Dave is a nationally recognized expert in his field. He was the very first Director of the Mid-America Prevention Technology Transfer Center, where he served as a prevention catalyst, empowering individuals and fostering partnerships to promote safe, healthy, and drug-free communities. Dave's unique experience in substance misuse prevention comes from serving as a university police officer at Eastern Illinois University and being deployed as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom. During his year in Iraq with his infantry battalion and recon team, Dave earned the Combat Infantryman’s Badge and was awarded two Army Commendation Medals (one for valor and one for meritorious service). With a Master's in Technology, Training and Development, and a Bachelor's in Environmental Biology, Dave is a lifelong learner who is committed to pushing his own limits and helping others do the same. Through training, coaching, and consulting, Dave is making a difference in the lives of those he serves and helping them achieve lasting transformation.

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Helping Youth Thrive in a Digital World

Have you ever wondered how social media is really affecting youth today, and what we can actually do about it? In this week’s episode of the Prevention Leaders Podcast, I sit down with prevention strategist Rikki Barton to unpack one of the most urgent issues in prevention today: the intersection of youth, social media, and mental health. You’ll hear: ✅ What the latest research says about screen time and mental health ✅ How predators use social media and gaming to target vulnerable youth ✅...

2 months ago • 1 min read

What if one act of presence could change the course of a life—and a family? After a suicide attempt that should’ve ended his story, Bryan Flanery opened his eyes, angry to still be alive. What happened next is a lesson in what prevention really looks like when it’s done right. In Part 2 of this powerful podcast series, you’ll hear how a knock at the door, a free meal, and a safe community opened the door to healing, not just for Bryan, but for his entire family. We talk often about reducing...

4 months ago • 1 min read

What if the strongest person in the room was also the one hurting the most? In this powerful new episode of the Prevention Leaders Podcast, we meet Bryan Flanery, a combat veteran, husband, and national leader. But this story isn’t about his success. It’s about the pain he hid behind it. Why this episode matters: This isn’t just Bryan’s story, it’s the story of so many we work to reach. You’ll hear: How trauma can fuel performance… until it breaks someone down Where prevention systems fall...

5 months ago • 1 min read

Year-Round Gratitude Practices What a year 2023 has been! Grateful for another wonderful year with my wife, bringing home little Elle, and seeing DJC grow! I've noticed the more gratitude I embrace, the more blessings come my way... and there are countless ways for you to invite more gratitude into your life too! READ THE LATEST BLOG POST → Over 2.85 million traumatic brain injuries (TBI) occur each year. LoveYourBrain has pioneered the use of yoga and mindfulness for healing after TBI to...

almost 2 years ago • 1 min read

How to Inspire Action Through Storytelling Tired of dull meetings with lifeless spreadsheets? You're not alone! The secret to crafting a compelling narrative in the prevention field is to captivate stakeholders, inspire action, and breathe life into data (not just roll through numbers). Here's how: Identify your purpose and understand your audience. Craft a compelling storyline that tugs at the heartstrings. Visualize data effectively and provide context. Showcase success stories and...

almost 2 years ago • 1 min read

Strategies to Conquer Overwhelm But First... Lynlie and I are so excited to announce that our baby girl, Elleanor, was born on May 29th! Fun story... Since she was born on Memorial Day, the nurses handmade camo hats for the babies which means Baby Elle already has her first piece of camo. Dad was thrilled but Mama just shook her head at her camo-obsessed husband - ha! Now, let's chat about conquering overwhelm... Life can be a rollercoaster ride, and I understand how overwhelming it can get....

about 2 years ago • 1 min read