Tom Rizzo / COPIKAZE / Ivory Tower / Impacting Lives, Leadership, and this thing of ours

Wishing you a safe and Happy New Year, Season 2 episode 1, Blessed and humbled to have Tom Rizzo sit down with us to discuss how we become better. Tom is widely known for not only calling it the way he sees it but more importantly for providing  leadership solutions for those wanting to break the cycle of dysfunction. Tom shares with us his philosophy on why we as a profession have the staffing shortages we are currently facing as well as many other observations.  Proud husband and father of four, currently serving as the Commander of the Investigations Division (Howell Township Police Department), overseeing both sworn officers and civilian staff. Responsible for the oversight and administration of advanced investigations, which incorporate many of the latest technological advantages, often exceeding the industry standard. Created the department’s first Criminal Suppression Unit, which has focused primarily on narcotics interdiction, substance abuse/prevention education, and the investigation of violent crimes. Instructed both intra/inter agency training in areas of leadership, public speaking, ethical dilemmas, case law application, and interdiction tactics.Author of "Copikaze; A Crucible to Mange Mission Impossible".Instructor of Street Cop Training's, "Ivory Tower" program based on a leadership self-assessment, career enhancement, and officer wellness initiatives. This program has been presented at the national level.After attending/graduating the NJSACOP Command & Leadership Program, returned as an instructor, focusing on group leadership theories and resolution strategies. Adjunct Professor for New Jersey City University/Fairleigh Dickinson University/Rutgers School of Public Affairs & Administration (Results Driven Strategic Management). Taught myriad of content areas ranging from Schools of Management, Criminal Justice, and Professional Security Studies.Guest lectured for the annual MALEEDS conference held at Princeton University in the areas of ethical dilemmas and transformational leadership. [email protected]://www.amazon.com/Copikaze-Crucible-Manage-Mission-Impossible/dp/0578904993Thank you for taking the time to give this podcast a listen. If you would like more information on other Law enforcement Life Coach initiatives, our "Sometimes Heroes Need Help" wellness seminar or our One-On-One life coaching please visit :www.lawenforcementlifecoach.comJohn@lawenforcementlifecoach.comAnd if you would like to watch the interview you can view it in it's entirety on the Law Enforcement Life Coach YouTube Channel :  https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCib6HRqAFO08gAkZQ-B9Ajw/videos/upload?filter=%5B%5D&sort=%7B%22columnType%22%3A%22date%22%2C%22sortOrder%22%3A%22DESCENDING%22%7D