Safeways Staff
Joe E. Gurley, II, CPD
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Joe Gurley II is a Memphis native, Air Force veteran, and Executive Director of SafeWays, where he advanced from compliance technician through the organization’s ranks. With over two decades of law enforcement experience, he served with the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, contributing to early 9-1-1 operations, leading youth prevention initiatives, and earning the Lifesaving Medal in 2004.
He has also held executive roles in private security focused on high-crime communities and is a certified CPTED Professional.
Mike Rogers, CPD
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Mike Rogers is the Director of Operations for SafeWays in Memphis, where he oversees day-to-day operations and drives performance across multiple properties. He focuses on accountability, efficiency, and making sure issues are addressed quickly and effectively.
Mike is a retired Memphis Police Officer with 12 years of service, including time as a Field Training Officer (FTO). In that role, he trained and mentored new officers, reinforced standards, and operated in high-pressure, real-world situations. He holds CPTED certification, with advanced training in Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED), strengthening his ability to identify risk factors and implement practical, proactive solutions across the properties he manages.
He brings a direct, results-driven leadership style to SafeWays—known for addressing problems head-on, holding teams accountable, and ensuring things get done the right way. His approach is simple: identify the issue, fix it, and move forward.
William (Bill) Neeley
DATA ANALYST
Bill Neeley serves as a Data Analyst, supporting SafeWays through data collection, analysis, and reporting to enhance decision-making and program effectiveness.
Jon Carroll, CPD
SENIOR COMPLIANCE TECHNICIAN
Jon has completed formal training in Crime Prevention through Environmental Design through the National Institute of Crime Prevention.