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Leadership APB
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Leadership APB will engage law enforcement and public safety executives in discussions on timely and current topics affecting first responders around the world. Our guests will share their leadership and managerial philosophies and successes and obstacles they have encountered in their careers. The podcast series are free audio programs distributed to FBI National Academy Associates’ members and other law enforcement executives that provide our communities, states, countries, and profession with the highest degree of law enforcement professionalism and expertise.
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This episode is sponsored by 5.11 Tactical: Always Be Ready! For more information visit: 5.11 Tactical- Always Be Ready! Today we will discuss the importance of organizational values in creating a strong leadership culture and how to clarify and communicate a purpose that resonates with others. We will also look at the key principles of self-leadership and servant leadership and tips on how to enhance morale and inspire higher performance. Frank Trammer has a passion for leadership and ...
This episode is sponsored by Verizon Frontline – the advanced network for first responders on the front lines. It’s your mission. It’s your Verizon. For more information visit Verizon FBINAA Landing Page It seems we are constantly hearing about how retail crimes are getting more and more brazen, sophisticated, and organized across the country. Today, we will be looking at the topic of Organized Retail Crime and its impact and implications to communities, businesses, and consumers as well as t...
This episode is sponsored by Justice Federal Credit Union: Serving the Justice and Law Enforcement Community across the Nation For more information visit: Justice Federal Credit Union Our theme for this year, “Back to the Network,” is a powerful reminder of the connections, opportunities, and shared purpose that define the FBINAA community. Joining us today is Jennifer Watson, Director of Member Services, and we’ll explore why this theme is so meaningful, talk about some important updates t...
This episode is sponsored by Motorola Solutions: Solving for Safer and by Off Duty Management: Built by Officers, For Officers! Visit Motorola Solutions for more information. Visit Off Duty Management for more information. Our guests today is David LaGrone, Captain (retired), Paramus Police Department. David currently works in corporate America as a Regional Manager over the Central Investigations Organized Retail Crimes Unit. He retired as a Captain after 24 years, serving as the De...
This episode is sponsored by FirstNet, Built with AT&T: America’s Public Safety Network-Built for You, Inspired by You! and by Utility: Transforming Public Safety, One Innovation at a Time! Visit Firstnet for more information. Visit Utility for more information. Our guests today are Julie Parker & Chief Christopher Mannino. Julie Parker, an Emmy award-winning former TV news reporter and anchor, served as media relations director for major police departments and as senio...
As we gear up for our 61st National Annual Training Conference, we wanted to take a moment to talk about our official Call for Presentations that was announced September 16th. The mission of the FBINAA is “Impacting communities by providing and promoting law enforcement leadership through training and networking.” With that in mind we sat down with our Association President, Craig Petersen, to discuss potential topics for the upcoming conference.
This episode is sponsored by 5.11 Tactical; Always Be Ready! Our topic for today’s episode is Funding Strategies: Navigating Grants. Today, we will be featuring Chris Twitchel, the Grant Administrator for the Christian County Sheriff’s Office. Chris is currently a grant administrator with the Christian County Sheriff’s office and owner of Blue Life Consultants. He is a retired Captain with the Camden County Sheriff’s Office and a former police chief. His law enforcement career spans o...
President Petersen served at the Gulfport Police Department, in Gulfport Mississippi, and retired as the Deputy Chief of Police in June 2022, after 25 years of service. Craig is a graduate of The University of Southern Mississippi where he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration. Craig also went on to attend Delta State University where he earned a Master of Science Degree in Social Justice and Criminology. Craig is a graduate of the FBI National Academy Session...
As we gear up for this great event, we wanted to take a moment and highlight all the greats things attendees can expect in Kansas City! We have amazing training, activities, and opportunities for everyone. Joining us today is: Director of Marketing & Communications, Riley Moran Director of Member Services, Jennifer Watson Director of Strategic Partnerships, John DeVoe And our awesome partner, Mark Lorimer with the Eventive Group
This episode is sponsored by Verizon Frontline; The Advanced Network for First Responders on the Front Lines. It’s Your Mission, It’s Your Verizon. For more information, visit the Verizon FBINAA page. It is a tragic truth today, but law enforcement line of duty deaths is an unfortunate reality that many organizations find themselves having to navigate. As we come out of National Police Week and the celebration of National Peace Officers Memorial Day, we wanted to take a closer look at the Mi...
This episode is sponsored by Justice Federal Credit Union: Serving Justice Across the Nation. For more information visit FBINAA Landing Page This dynamic and interactive topic is designed for law enforcement professionals aspiring to enhance their leadership capabilities within their agencies. "Building a Leadership Blueprint for Law Enforcement Agencies" provides participants with the tools and insights necessary to develop a comprehensive leadership strategy that aligns with the uniq...
This episode is sponsored by TOUGHBOOK by Panasonic Connect. For more information visit: FBINAA Landing Page. To successfully fight human trafficking, law enforcement needs a thorough understanding of its components, from traffickers’ tactics to the populations most vulnerable to them, the indicators law enforcement may encounter while on duty and the importance of using a victim-centered approach. Tune in to hear TAT speak about human trafficking, including how human trafficking inte...
This episode is sponsored by Verizon Frontline – the advanced network for first responders on the front lines. For more information visit: https://www.verizon.com/business/solutions/public- sector/public-safety/ Attending the FBI National Academy is regarded as one of the highest honors in the law enforcement profession. Aside from the world-renowned training, attendees get to experience lessons learned from colleagues from around the world. The NA Experience creates a bond and brotherhood/...
This episode is sponsored by 5.11: Always Be Ready www.511tactical.com What started out being an incredible opportunity to build a much-needed public safety training facility/facilities has turned into a national topic of discussion and ongoing battle. I, like many of our listeners, truly only know what we see on the news and in social media. We are excited to hear from the front lines by Atlanta’s very own, Chief of Police Darin Schierbaum. A native of southern Illinois, Chief Schierbaum j...
This episode is sponsored by Justice Federal Credit Union: Serving the Justice and Law Enforcement community across the Nation. Please visit www.jfcu.org for more information. As we transition from the holidays and kick off this new year, I wanted to take a little time to remind ourselves (especially myself) that it’s okay if I spent a little too much this Christmas, and it’s okay if I took on a little more debt than usual. Part of that being okay is that we can make a plan to r...
This episode is sponsored by ASP, Inc. www.asp-usa.com E.J. O’Malley is in his 18th year as a Health and Fitness Instructor at the FBI Academy, Physical Training Unit. He earned his B.S. from Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania and M.S. from Virginia Commonwealth University. He holds certification from the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
This episode is sponsored by 511: Always Be Ready www.511tactical.com David T. Snively is a Program Manager at the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) where he coordinates the Collaborative Reform Initiative Technical Assistance Center (CRI-TAC). David has worked in public safety for 16 years at every rank from Officer to Interim Chief of Police. He is a graduate of Northwestern University's School of Police Staff and Command and PERF's Senior Management Insti...
Today, we will be featuring our newly appointed Executive Director, Jeff McCormick of the FBI National Academy Associates. Jeff McCormick brings more than 30 years of law enforcement experience to the FBI National Academy Associates (FBINAA) as its next Executive Director. Jeff served as a Special Agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for more than twenty years. Serving in the FBI’s Philadelphia, Springfield, Cincinnati, and Pittsburgh Field Divisions and tw...
This episode is sponsored by TOUGHBOOK by Panasonic Connect. TOUGHBOOK - your reliable technology partner, to get work done. www.TOUGHBOOK.com Our topic for today’s episode is FBINAA Leadership Certification Program. As the President, Director, and Owner of Legal and Liability Risk Management Institute since 1987, James Alsup has been at the forefront of developing the leading training and resources for Public Safety Risk Management. With his extensive experience in Law Enfor...
President Rhoad began his career in March of 1987 where he was hired as a full-time Police Officer with the University of Central Missouri Department of Public Safety. During his employment at UCM DPS, Chief Scott Rhoad (Ret.) earned a Bachelor of Science degree and a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice Administration. After being promoted to sergeant in 1991, he began teaching part time in the Police Academy at UCM and did so for over 20 years. Scott ...