STORIES & SOLUTIONS FOR THE MODERN BUSINESS USER

When you think about what makes a public safety department successful, data might not be the first thing that comes to mind. Yet, behind every effective operation—whether it’s workforce deployment, incident response, or community engagement—clean and reliable data is a driving force. Transparency and accountability start with information leaders can trust. 

The foundational principles I bring to my profession all stem from a decision I made at 17 years old. As the oldest of five, I am a typical oldest child with a high sense of responsibility. I was admitted to an honors program at the University of Maryland, and was faced with the question - how do I pay for this?