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Carmen Best, Seattle Police Chief (ret.), tells her transition story from cop to corporate. After 30 years of public service, Carmen retired as Seattle's top cop! Hear how she planned for life after law enforcement and successfully transitioned to the private sector leveraging her network of mentors, sponsors, and allies.

I've been a member of ASIS International for over 20 years. For those of you in law enforcement who are not aware of ASIS International, it is akin to the IACP but for the corporate security industry. Through its 34,000 member network, training, and online resources, ASIS International has helped many former Law Enforcement professionals, including myself, successfully transition to the private sector. https://www.asisonline.org Founded in 1955, ASIS International is the world's largest membership organization for security management professionals. With hundreds of chapters across the globe, ASIS is recognized as the premier source for learning, board-certification, networking, standards, and research.

Cop to Corporate: Big things come from small beginnings! From starting in a small Pennsylvania Township police department to building the first intelligence unit in the State's AG's Office, Avril Eklund now leads the global security team for a multi-billion dollar IT company in San Francisco. Hear Avril provide useful advice for transitioning Law Enforcement: -Resumes advice, what worked, what didn't _LinkedIn and the power of networking -How to approach hiring managers -Taking risks for the right opportunities _Being "intentional" about her career and pursuing the ideal job -Global remote working -Having a supportive family -Benchmarking with successful security leaders who were willing to share

Life After Law Enforcement Entrepreneurs Series: Hear the remarkable story of Des Smyth. He came from humble beginnings and spent 20 years as a beat cop and was part of several Detective units for the NYPD. After hitting his 10-year mark in the force, Des knew he needed to plan for life after law enforcement as his pension was not going to cut it when he reached 20 years. Through his detective work helping NYC building owners secure their residential property using networked technology, Des discovered he had a business plan that could take him to the next level. Like many cops, Des moonlighted to make extra cash to supplement his city paycheck by running a side-business called Secure Watch 24 (SW24). From sleeping in his van between his police shifts and helping owners secure some of the toughest buildings in New York City's boroughs, Des's business took off, and he had to walk the fine line of being a cop and entrepreneur towards the tail end of his career. Des was willing to quit a few years before pension eligible if he was forced to avoid any conflicts, but he made it to the finish line. His company later became a key vendor for the NYPD's crime reduction efforts, and the city is safer because of Des and SW24. Des has insights for anyone looking to run their own business but doesn't think it's an easy road. But, if you work hard and follow your passion, you too can find success after law enforcement. https://sw24.com/

My next guest, Eric Vento, was a seasoned Houston police officer who was forced to resign because of internal policy violations. Eric wanted to share his story knowing it will help others in LE struggling with similar situations. Eric opens up to talk about how losing his dream job led him to deep depression and despair. He also took steps to seek help from mental health professionals, his family, and his faith that helped forge him into the man he is today. Eric's amazing transition to the private sector includes getting laid-off amid the COVID-19 pandemic and finding another role leveraging the power of LinkedIn and his network. You don't want to miss this interview! Comments: Please use the comments in the LinkedIn post to better manage conversations with other LE professionals on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/briantuskan_cop-to-corporate-forced-out-of-law-enforcement-activity-6749515662630232064-QjUb

Cop to Corporate: LE Career Stages/Categories When Leaving Law Enforcement This podcast will go over the different law enforcement career stages before someone decides to “pull the plug” on law enforcement: • Stage 1: Retirement • Stage 2: Mid-Career Transition • Stage 3: It Just Didn’t Work Out Comments: Please use the comments in the LinkedIn post to better manage conversations with other LE professionals on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/briantuskan_cop-to-corporate-le-career-stages-before-activity-6748733703498936320-lGm3

In our first CTC LE transition series, I interview Brian Reich who has over 20 years in law enforcement holding many ranks from street cop to Deputy Chief. Brian talks about his transition to the private sector and the many "lessons" he learned along the way. Brian also founded My Transition Advisors helping LEO's from the "Squad Room to the Board Room." https://www.mytransitionadvisors.com/ Comments: Please use the comments in the LinkedIn post to better manage conversations with other LE professionals on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/briantuskan_cop-to-corporate-le-transitions-series-activity-6747669249730469888-b_cI