Brian Koehn
Founder and CEO, Social Purpose Corrections, United States
Brian Koehn is a distinguished correctional leader in the United States, known for his extensive experience and versatility in addressing complex challenges in prison, detention, and medical management. Over a career spanning more than three decades, he has held key executive roles, including Warden and Complex Warden of five correctional facilities, and Director of Security overseeing 65 prisons and jails. His leadership is marked by a commitment to innovation, enhancing the humanity, staff wellness, and rehabilitation of residents.
As the founder of Social Purpose Corrections (SPC), the world's first full-service nonprofit in the corrections sector, Brian drives cultural transformations that prioritize safety, wellness, and rehabilitation. SPC serves as a valuable tool for government leaders, offering innovative solutions to longstanding issues within the correctional system. Under his guidance, SPC champions a performance-based model that integrates dynamic security with holistic facility wellness.
Brian's military background, including service in the U.S. Marine Corps and the Army, further strengthens his strategic planning and leadership capabilities. His vision for SPC sets new standards in justice and rehabilitation, establishing him as a leader dedicated to life-changing reforms in corrections.