In the second episode of LEAN: Law Enforcement Analyst Networks, Jason Elder talks with Ben Haiman, Executive Director of the National Association of Professional Staff in Public Safety (NAPSPS). Founded in 2025, NAPSPS is building a national network for professional staff working throughout law enforcement and public safety. Ben discusses
Looking to grow your career in public safety? The link below will open the Professional Staff Resources Guide, created by Chela Cottrell, Police Communications Manager of the Citrus Heights Police Department, CA. The guide brings together practical opportunities to help you take the next step. From serving on boards, presenting
Securing grants and external funding can help public safety agencies expand programs, support innovation, and strengthen operations. NAPSPS held a practical and informative webinar featuring Kristen Mahoney, followed by a special federal funding briefing from Ben Bawden and Melissa Nee, partners with Brooks Bawden Moore. Kristen opened the session by
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation recently highlighted on their website the Sacramento Regional Leading Without a Badge Summit, recognizing the important contributions of professional staff members who support public safety agencies every day. To read the entire post on the CDCR website, click here. Their video below captures
