Tim Cason is a Senior Consultant at TNG and Vice President of NABITA. He supports institutions in behavioral intervention, case management, student conduct, Title IX, and other civil rights laws. He plays a central leadership role in shaping NABITA’s programming and strategy and is a major contributor to NABITA’s key resources, including the BIT Standards, Procedure Manual, and updates to the Risk Rubric and SIVRA. 

Cason is an exceptional presenter known for his engaging style, humor, and ability to translate complex concepts into practical strategies. His professional experience spans K-12, higher education, and adult learning environments, with a strong emphasis on supporting community colleges and other post-secondary institutions. He leads NABITA trainings, conducts Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) program reviews, and serves as a process advisor on matters related to sexual misconduct, discrimination, and Title IX for TNG clients. As a recognized national expert in school safety, he has participated in numerous national studies and coalitions. He has also delivered keynote addresses for several conferences, including the Texas Higher Education Law Conference and the Texas Association of Community College Student Affairs Administrators Annual Conference. 

His focus areas include policy and procedure development, risk management, and the structure of BITs, particularly at the intersection of BIT and Title IX. He is skilled at balancing due process with risk assessment, especially in cases involving mental health and disability concerns. 

Before joining TNG, Cason served as Director of Student Conduct and Prevention Education and Deputy Title IX Coordinator at Tarrant County College’s Trinity River Campus. In this capacity, he led the student conduct process, chaired the CARE Team, and oversaw the administration of a student emergency assistance fund. His previous experience also includes roles in student conduct at Wichita State University and the University of South Carolina. 

Cason is known for his inquiry-driven approach, asking thoughtful and strategic questions that help clients navigate decisions through a menu of well-reasoned options, rather than relying on one-size-fits-all solutions. His work is grounded in curiosity, collaboration, trust, clear communication, and a commitment to shared ownership among strong teams. 

He earned an M.Ed. in Higher Education and Student Affairs from the University of South Carolina and a B.S. in Communication Studies from Texas Christian University.  

He is also certified in Mediation and Conflict Resolution, with credentials from esteemed institutions such as the Association of Student Conduct Administration (ASCA)’s Gehring Academy. 

Cason has held a variety of volunteer leadership roles for the ASCA, including serving as Board of Directors’ Parliamentarian, Region Five Vice Chair, and Co-Chair of the Community College Community of Practice. Additionally, he is a trained risk management facilitator and serves on the national council hearing committee for his fraternity, Pi Kappa Phi. 

He lives in the Dallas-Fort Worth area with his wife and dog.