
Dr. Arnell was appointed by the board of directors to be President/CEO on February 27, 2025.
During the two years as Executive Director, she has developed relationships with many organizations and established partnerships, worked with Arizona State University for independent research, where she originally contacted ASU to seek independent research for 22ZERO, prior to being in a leadership role.
There has been one study published in 2024, there are currently two studies submitted for peer review, where Dr. Arnell is the co-author on one study. During 2025, an additional study with Dr. Arnell being a co-author will be submitted for peer review and an additional two other studies, to validate evidence-based practices, performed by 22ZERO will be completed in 2025.
Dr. Arnell implemented the 22ZERO Ambassador program in addition to the 22ZERO – Heroes Untold Stories program, to further expand the mission of 22ZERO.
On November 5th, 2022, Dr. Arnell became the Executive Director for 22Zero Follow Me, Inc. Dr. Arnell also provides marketing, speaking at conferences for 22Zero, providing co-training for the peer-to-peer coaches along with Nick Davis.
As the Executive Director, Dr. Arnell is in charge of overseeing 22Zero Follow Me, Inc., business’s strategic vision and supervising business decisions to drive company growth for 22Zero. Dr. Arnell will be collaborating with the company’s leadership team, implementing strategic plans for the company’s development, and managing relationships with all stakeholders.
Dr. Arnell will also collaborate with the board of Directors of 22Zero to identify, create, and implement strategic plans to actualize business objectives effectively for all mission clients, coaches, and staff. Also, to identify, recruit, train and develop a talented team of coaches and employees.
Dr. Arnell will monitor company operations and ensure employees and business practices comply with regulatory and legal requirements. In addition to developing the organizational culture and promoting transparency and collaboration throughout the 22Zero.
Another role is to develop partnerships with company stakeholders, shareholders, industry regulators and other relevant parties and identify potential risks and opportunities within the organization and its environment to protect business interests.
Skills and Other Pertinent Information
- 22Zero, Follow Me Inc., Certified PTS Coach
- Governor’s Challenge for Military/Families Task Force
- Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network Committee Chair
- State Advisory Counsel for the Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network
- Giles County Suicide Prevention Task Force – Chair
- Completed the ASIST, suicide prevention training
- Completed the QPR, suicide prevention workshop as a trainer
- Anger Management Coordinator for General Sessions Court
- Twin County Foster Parent Association (Giles and Marshall County)
- Liaison for foster parents and the Department of Children’s Services
- Member of Giles County Lions Club
- Member of Giles County Fire and Rescue Department
- Member of Pulaski Exchange Club
- Secretary
- President Elect
- Member of the Ladies Auxiliary
- A Write to Heal, LLC – Heroic Episodes Board Member
- AMAC Foundation – Leadership Role Volunteer
- Giles County Fire and Rescue – Joined 2008 – Current
- Giles County Sheriff Department – Reserve Deputy – 5 Years