Today I’m honored to sit down with someone who’s been on the front lines of some of the toughest battles in federal law enforcement. Peter Forcelli is a retired Assistant Deputy Director of the ATF, with a career spanning decades in high-stakes investigations, leadership under fire, and some of the most challenging moments in the agency’s history.

Peter isn’t just a career lawman—he’s someone who has had to wrestle with tough decisions, navigate controversy, and hold fast to his integrity when the easy thing would’ve been to stay quiet.

In this conversation, we’re going to unpack his journey, hear some stories from inside the walls of ATF, and get his take on what true leadership looks like in times of chaos and mistrust.

So grab a cup of coffee, settle in, and let’s dive into this powerful conversation with Peter Forcelli.

There’s a lot to take away here: the importance of standing firm in your values, leading with courage when the stakes are highest, and remembering that trust—whether in a team or with the public—can only be built with consistency and integrity.

Peter’s career is proof that leadership is less about the title you hold, and more about the weight of the decisions you’re willing to make.

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