Mr. Yeatman earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from the University of Central Florida and a Master of Science degree in Veterinary Medical Sciences with a concentration in Forensic Toxicology from the University of Florida. He is a Fellow of the American Board of Forensic Toxicology (ABFT) and a Diplomate of the American Board of Criminalistics (ABC) in the discipline of Drug Chemistry. Additionally, he serves as a certified technical assessor for the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) in the disciplines of forensic toxicology and controlled substances.

Mr. Yeatman has more than 29 years of experience in state and local forensic laboratories, serving in a variety of technical, managerial, and leadership roles, including forensic toxicologist, forensic drug chemist, chemistry and toxicology unit manager, and crime laboratory director. He is also an Associate Professor within the University of Florida Forensic Science Master’s Degree Program. With over 29 years of specialized experience in forensic toxicology, he has provided expert testimony in forensic toxicology and forensic drug chemistry approximately 200 times in courts throughout Florida.

Throughout his career, Mr. Yeatman has contributed to the advancement of forensic science through peer-reviewed publications, scientific presentations, and professional service. His research and work have been presented at major national forensic science meetings, including the American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS) Annual Scientific Conference and the Society of Forensic Toxicologists (SOFT) Annual Meeting.

In addition to his involvement with SOFT, where he currently serves as President, Mr. Yeatman is an active member of several professional organizations, including The International Association of Forensic Toxicologists (TIAFT), the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors (ASCLD), and the Toxicology Section of AAFS. He has also been appointed to numerous state and national forensic science committees, including the Organization of Scientific Area Committees (OSAC) Toxicology Subcommittee, the National Commission on Forensic Science (NCFS) Human Factors Subcommittee, and the AAFS Academy Standards Board (ASB) Toxicology Consensus Body.

Since January 2025, Mr. Yeatman has served as a Team Lead Assessor for the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB), leading forensic laboratory assessments to evaluate compliance with international accreditation standards and discipline-specific requirements. In this role, he is responsible for coordinating assessment activities, leading assessment teams, evaluating
laboratory management systems, reviewing technical operations, and ensuring assessments are conducted in accordance with ANAB policies and accreditation requirements. 

As Team Lead, Mr. Yeatman works collaboratively with technical assessors and laboratory personnel to evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of quality management systems, identify areas for improvement, and promote consistency and continual improvement within forensic science organizations. His experience as a laboratory director, technical leader, and forensic practitioner provides a broad perspective in assessing both administrative and technical aspects of accredited forensic laboratories.

Through his leadership, technical expertise, and professional service, Mr. Yeatman continues to support the advancement of forensic toxicology, laboratory quality, and forensic science standards at the state, national, and international levels.