Gary W. Cayo
Minnetonka
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as President and Investigator at Cayo & Associates LLC. Expert in case management and regulatory compliance, with a proven track record in evidence collection and data analysis. Adept at crafting meticulous reports and fostering collaboration with law enforcement to enhance investigative outcomes.
Overview
55
55
years of professional experience
Work History
President and Investigator
Cayo & Associates LLC
05.2010 - Current
- Monitored and supervised employee cases per regulatory board requirements.
Investigated diverse criminal matters, such as homicides, sexual crimes, and theft incidents.
Maintained comprehensive records of all investigations conducted on employee cases.
Worked alongside law enforcement agencies to collect evidence effectively.
Evaluated case information to uncover patterns that could aid ongoing investigations.
Documented findings in meticulous reports for review and analysis.
Conducted interviews with involved parties to extract critical information.
Updated training on legal protocols impacting crime investigations.
Supervisor for the patrol division and a supervisor for the Hostage Negotiation Team
Minnetonka Police Department
03.1985 - 05.2010
- Additional duties include providing Supervisor for Use of Force instruction; conducting background investigations of applicants seeking employment and business owners requesting tobacco/liquor licenses.
- Previous positions include:
- - Supervisor of Investigations. Responsible for coordinating general investigations for the Ridgedale Mall, Drug Task Force, school liaisons, and COPPS Unit.
- - Corporal. Responsible for supervising the patrol division in conjunction with the patrol sergeant.
Inspector of Investigations
Metropolitan Transit Commission Police
05.1990 - 06.1995
- Employed as a part-time police officer which progressed into the position of Inspector of Investigations. Duties included conducting and supervising the investigation of crimes against the department. Responsibilities included providing departmental training for all full and part-time officers as well as assisting in the development of the new MTC Police Department.
Patrol officer
Mound Police Department
Mound
05.1979 - 03.1985
- Worked as a patrol officer for the City of Mound, Minnesota.
Bartender
Leaning Post Restaurant
05.1974 - 05.1979
- Bartender
Parts counter sales
NAPA Auto Parts Delivery
07.1970 - 09.1976
- Stock auto parts inventory and deliver parts to customers. Promoted to parts counter sales.
Education
Hostage Negotiations Training, Staff and Command School
Northwestern University
Associate of Arts Degree - Criminal Justice Certificate
University of Minnesota
Graduate -
Park Center High School
Skills
- Case management and regulatory compliance
- Evidence collection and data analysis
- Report writing and criminal investigation
Awards
2005 - Stu Lease Award, Bennett Family Park, 2003 - Boy Scouts of America William H. Sturgeon Award, 1995 - Boy Scouts Of America Silver Beaver Award, 1994 - Minnetonka Police Department Officer of the Year, 1985 - Boy Scouts of America District Award of Merit
Volunteer Experience
- Bennett Family Park, Treasurer, 2001, 2007
- Bennett Family Park, Vice President of Park Maintenance and Concessions, 1996, 2000
- Minnetonka Girls’ Softball Association, President, 1994, 1996
- Minnetonka Girls’ Softball Association, Member, 1992, 2002
- Minnesota Law Enforcement Explorer’s Association, Chairman, Breezy Point Committee, 1990, Present
- Minnesota Law Enforcement Explorer’s Association, Chairman, National Events Committee, 1990, Present
- Minnesota Law Enforcement Explorer’s Association, Advisor, Minnetonka Police Explorer Post, 1985, 2005
- Minnesota Law Enforcement Explorer’s Association, Advisor, Mound Police Explorer Post, 1978, 1985
Training
- Basic FBI Hostage Negotiations Class
- Advanced Hostage Instruction Northwestern University
- Background and Homicide Investigation - St Paul Police
- John Reid Interviewing
- Police Supervision - ATOM
- Firearms Instructor - PTAC
- Firearms & Use of Force Program Management - Smith and Wesson
- Use of Force Instructor Training - PTAC
UNION EXPERIENCE
- 1990–2007: Steward Minnetonka Police Sergeants
- 1987 - 1990: Steward for Minnetonka Police Officers
- 1984 - 1985: Steward for Mound Police Officers.
FOP EXPERIENCE
- July 2001 - July 2015: State President, Minnesota Fraternal Order of Police
- July 1998 - July 2001: State Trustee, MN Lodge #6
Timeline
President and Investigator
Cayo & Associates LLC
05.2010 - Current
Inspector of Investigations
Metropolitan Transit Commission Police
05.1990 - 06.1995
Supervisor for the patrol division and a supervisor for the Hostage Negotiation Team
Minnetonka Police Department
03.1985 - 05.2010
Patrol officer
Mound Police Department
05.1979 - 03.1985
Bartender
Leaning Post Restaurant
05.1974 - 05.1979
Parts counter sales
NAPA Auto Parts Delivery
07.1970 - 09.1976
Hostage Negotiations Training, Staff and Command School
Northwestern University
Associate of Arts Degree - Criminal Justice Certificate
University of Minnesota
Graduate -
Park Center High School
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