INSTRUCTORS

Real Experts. Real Knowledge.Real Experience.Real Tactics.

At Kingpin to Educator, we believe in collaboration over competition. The instructors we work with are among the best in the country, trusted professionals, subject-matter experts, and individuals with lived experience who bring unmatched insight to every training.

I’m proud to work with each of these men. They not only support our mission but also offer their own solo training and presentations across the country. This page exists to highlight them, their expertise, and the impact they’re making.

We’re also open to collaborating with other qualified instructors, agencies, and training companies who share our commitment to delivering real-world, impactful education. It’s not about ownership, it’s about sharing the right knowledge with the right people.

If you're looking to book one of our instructors individually or explore a training collaboration, feel free to reach out. For instructors like Ralph Villarruel, Gary Goldberg, and Rich "The Transporter", you can contact me directly at info@KingpinToEducator.com.

Because at the end of the day, it’s not about who leads the class—it’s about pushing out the right information, changing the culture, and

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MEET THE INSTRUCTORS

JAY FLORES

Kingpin to Educator
Jay is a former high-level trafficker turned national educator, keynote speaker, and subject-matter expert on drug cartels,bulk smuggling, and criminal operations.He co-founded one the largest trafficking network under the Sinaloa Cartel in U.S. history before turning himself in and now works directly with law enforcement agencies across the country.Jay leads many of the core trainings and also collaborates with other instructors to deliver insight-driven,actionable education.

GARY GOLDBERG

Retired DEA Supervisory Chemist
Gary spent over 36 years with the DEA’s Southwest Laboratory in San Diego, working on clandestine lab seizures, fentanyl analysis, and courtroom expert testimony. He now trains officers across the U.S. in OSHA-mandated Illicit Hazardous Environment Safety Courses. Gary’s specialty is chemical safety and fentanyl education.

Booking Contact: info@KingpinToEducator.com

BILL LOUCKS

William "Bill" Loucks Jr. is a veteran instructor with over two decades of law enforcement experience, including expertise in gang investigations, narcotics, wiretaps, and meth lab enforcement. As a developer for the NC Justice Academy, he’s created and taught over a dozen courses covering drug trafficking, prescription drug diversion, hazardous materials, CBD law enforcement training, and more. His work has helped train thousands of officers nationwide.

Ralph Villarruel

Retired DEA Agent Ralph Villarruel is a cartel expert who played a key role in major U.S. and Mexican drug investigations. He’s trained American and Mexican law enforcement, consulted on Narcos: Mexico Season 4, and co-teaches the Inside Narcos seminar with Jay, offering unmatched insight into cartel operations.

Booking Contact: info@KingpinToEducator.com

Gabriel Morales

National Gang Expert
Gabriel is a nationally recognized expert in gang intelligence, prison systems, and correctional strategies. With decades of experience in the Washington State’s corrections System and Notorious Folsom state prison, he now educates law enforcement and corrections professionals on gang activity, behavioral trends, and institutional threats. He is also a consultant for film, television, and documentary projects on Gangs.

Booking Contact: Gangpreventionservices@gmail.com

rich "The Transporter"

Former Logistics Operator – Smuggling & Informant Tactics Expert
Rich ran the exclusive U.S. logistics operation for the Montreal Mafia, smuggling tons of marijuana and cocaine across the country before becoming a highly effective informant. Today, he trains law enforcement on advanced commercial smuggling methods, vehicle concealment, and how DTOs infiltrate legitimate businesses.