FBINAA Associate Magazine Q2.2021

NATIONAL OFFICE UPDATE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

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Howard Cook

Greetings,

W e are halfway through 2021 and it feels so good to be where we are now vs. this same time last year. It is my hope that we can continue our in-person meetings and this trend will continue for the remainder of the year. This past year has shown me just how resilient and strong our network of law enforcement leaders is and how we’ve been so successful at adapting and embracing new opportunities. When I look back over the success we’ve had as an association this past year, I think about the men and women that make up the national staff and it reminded me of an old saying. The original quote, which you may have heard is, “Though she be but little, she is fierce.” I’d like to paraphrase this quote to read, “Though we are small, we are strong.” Our national staff is a talented, dedicated group of people that works day in, day out to ensure they are meeting the needs of our members. It is my pleasure to report to you some new additions to this team which will continue to strengthen what is already a very talented group of individuals. Over the past few years, we have risen to the increased demand in offering premier leadership education and training for the law enforcement profession. Many of you have been able to participate in our leadership forums and online webinars. To meet this growth, we have added a new Deputy Executive Director to manage the day-to-day operations and initiatives of our association. I am pleased to report that John Kennedy has accepted that position. John has been instrumental in growing our Education and Training branch and offerings since he joined the Association several years ago as our Director of Education & Training. Joining us to take on that role is Ray Farris , NA Session 265, who will bring his many talents to the Association to con- tinue to grow our programs and offerings. I am also happy to report that Ronnie Carnahan has joined our team to work with our strategic alliance partners. Ronnie has dedicated a career to building powerful relationships. Ronnie has taken over this position from Greg Guiton , NA Session 215, who will still be working with us in some capacity as a new Active Bystandership for Law Enforcement Program (ABLE) instructor. Greg will surely be missed. We wish himmuch success in this

new endeavor.

Many of you also know Renee Reynolds who is our Director of Retail Operations and manages our online and Quantico Store. Renee will also be taking on the responsibility of FBINA Student Liaison welcoming and working with the upcoming sessions. Join me in welcoming and congratulating the newest ad- ditions to the team and to those who are taking on new roles. Even in the most challenging of times, this teammade sure our communications and programs were robust and met the needs of our Association’s membership.

I look forward to seeing all of you soon.

Regards,

Howard M. Cook FBINAA Executive Director FBINA #224

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