Russell Cunningham

Russell Cunningham is an experienced professional currently serving as an Executive/Special Agent in Charge at the U.S. Department of Justice since August 2010. In this role, Russell collaborates with senior DOJ stakeholders on criminal investigations and leads diverse teams across seven states and the District of Columbia in various investigative domains. Previously, Russell held multiple leadership roles within the DOJ, including Assistant Special Agent in Charge and Senior Special Agent, where responsibilities included mentorship, training, and oversight of criminal investigators. Prior to joining the DOJ, Russell was involved with the Air Force Office of Special Investigations, managing criminal and counter-terrorism programs, and served as a Special Agent conducting significant investigations for the U.S. Air Force. Russell holds degrees from Cornell University and Wayland Baptist University, with a focus on Executive Leadership and Criminal Justice.