Leading with Humility: The Journey of Chief Marci Gonder

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Sirens, Slammers and Service, Nikki sits down with Marci Gonder, Chief of Public Vehicle Standards with the City of Calgary, whose impressive and unconventional path through law enforcement and leadership is nothing short of inspiring. From her early days as a casual Sheriff to serving in Executive Protection for three Alberta Premiers, Marci shares the pivotal moments and mentors that shaped her 20+ year career. She opens up about her time working with the Tsuut’ina Nation, her involvement with AWIPS mentorship, and the “hard truths” that pushed her toward growth and leadership. Marci also discusses her humble leadership style, the lessons learned from her father’s emotional intelligence, and her mission to remove barriers for frontline staff. Tune in for an honest, engaging conversation about resilience, mentorship, and leading with heart—and don’t forget to check out the upcoming AWIPS workshops and mentorship opportunities! Blue Line Fitness Testing is a premier law enforcement fitness testing and training center based in Edmonton. Specializing in helping individuals prepare for the physical demands of a career in law enforcement, we offer comprehensive fitness evaluations, specialized training programs, and classes tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. Support the showWant to support this podcast even more! Make a monthly subscription for only $3 a month here! Interested in becoming a first responder? Reach out to learn more! Email - [email protected] Line Fitness TestingFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/bluelinefitnesstestingInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/bluelinefitnesstesting/LinkedIn - Nikki Cloutier