Center for Advancing Correctional Excellence (ACE!)

Center for Advancing Correctional Excellence (ACE!) is a research center based in the Schar School of Public Policy at George Mason University in Arlington, VA. Their slogan "Collaborative and creative research to advance evidence-based practices in corrections" encapsulates their mission to assist policymakers and correctional practitioners in utilizing evidence-based practices and treatments. The center aims to focus on preventing criminal behavior rather than solely responding to it, by crafting new policies alongside their partners. Led by Director Faye Taxman, Ph.D. and Deputy Director Danielle Rudes, Ph.D., ACE! was founded in 2010 with the goal of bridging disciplines and bringing together researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to address issues within criminal justice and health systems. The center not only prioritizes conducting high-quality research but also aims to develop the next generation of researchers within the Schar School of Public Policy at George Mason University. Operating within the education and health care industries, ACE! is located in the United States. As of now, there is no information available regarding their last investment or the investors involved. This indicates potential opportunities for venture capital investments in the future, given the critical importance of evidence-based practices in the corrections and public policy sectors.