Kimani Cameron-Perry - Policing Lab

Professional Summary

Kimani Cameron-Perry is a Crime Analyst with Policing Lab embedded within the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office. She joined Policing Lab in 2022 after earning her M.S. in Criminal Justice and brings expertise in criminology, crime analysis, project management, and law enforcement reform. Her work focuses on identifying crime trends, evaluating data quality, improving reporting processes, and translating complex datasets into actionable intelligence that informs strategic and tactical policing decisions. Kimanihas experience supporting Real-Time Crime Center initiatives and agency-wide analytical efforts, collaborating with law enforcement personnel, information technology teams, and command staff to improve data-driven decision-making, enhance operational efficiency, and strengthen organizational transparency. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Law and Policy at Northeastern University, where her research examines the equitable implementation and effectiveness of Real-Time Crime Centers in policing.

Key Experience

Crime Analyst, Policing Lab – Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Team ( 2025–Present)
Conducts crime analysis using large law enforcement datasets to identify trends, support investigations, and provide actionable intelligence for command staff and operational decision-making. Performs data validation and quality assurance to improve data integrity and reporting accuracy across multiple law enforcement systems. Collaborates with agency leadership and technology teams to enhance analytical processes while developing training materials that support the use of crime analysis tools and dashboards.
Project Coordinator, EPIC Lead & Crime Analysis Trainee, Policing Lab – Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Team (2022–2025)
Leads EPIC operations transforming crime data into actionable intelligence for patrol operations. Develops training curriculum, standardized operating procedures, and directive templates while conducting feedback sessions with department leadership. Manages administrative operations including executive support, budget coordination, vendor relationships, and cross-departmental project management.
Research Associate, Meraki – Remote (January 2023–November 2024)
Conducted 50+ site visits to police departments and intelligence centers nationwide supporting development of the National Real-Time Crime Center Toolkit for the Bureau of Justice Assistance. Authored original report drafts and presented findings at IACP Technology Conference 2025.
Administrative Assistant, Boston Consulting Group – Atlanta, GA (May 2021–September 2022)
Provided strategic administrative support to Project Leaders, Principals, Partners, Directors, and Senior Advisors. Organized client and internal meetings while acting as a proactive problem solver in a fast-paced consulting environment.
Graduate Teaching Assistant, Georgia State University Criminal Justice Department – Atlanta, GA (August 2020–May 2022)
Assisted primary instructors in managing criminal justice courses and assessing student assignments. Demonstrated advanced technological abilities with academic software platforms and developed strong communication skills through student interaction.
Investigative Intern, DeKalb County Medical Examiner’s Office – Decatur, GA (January 2021–May 2021)
Assisted in death investigations working directly under investigators and medical examiners. Conducted comprehensive research on Elder Abuse and handled highly confidential information with appropriate discretion.