Paul Belli

Paul Belli has extensive experience in law enforcement and investigative roles, currently serving as the Immediate Past President of the International Homicide Investigators Association (IHIA) since October 2009. Previously, Paul guided a 14-member board while supporting over 1,000 global death investigators. Among their positions, Paul has held the role of Forensics Services Manager Sr. Expert Witness at SoundThinking, and served as a Law Enforcement Consultant II for California POST. Paul’s career includes significant experience at the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office, where roles ranged from Homicide Detective to Assistant Commander. Paul has been involved in training through various positions, including as an instructor for officer-involved shooting investigations. Paul holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice and Investigations from CSU Sacramento and has completed leadership training at the Sherman Block Leadership Institute.