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February 18, 2025 | 6:30pm Eastern

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In celebration of Black History Month, the National Law Enforcement Museum will feature the vital work of The Core ASPIRE Project in a free, virtually broadcast program. This initiative unites a multidisciplinary team from organizations such as RTI International, the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE), and the Historically Black Colleges and Universities Law Enforcement Executives and Administrators Association (HBCU-LEEA). Central to this program is the commitment to enhance recruiting efforts at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The program will explore innovative recruitment strategies, mentorship opportunities, and partnerships that support HBCU students in pursuing careers in law enforcement. 

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MODERATOR

Natalie L. Ammons, Georgia Chapter President, NOBLE

PANELISTS:

• Chief Rodney Bryant (ret.), Former National President, NOBLE
• Colonel Jeffrey Glover, President, NOBLE
• Mitchell Davis, National Second Vice President, NOBLE
• Lawrance Mullen, Program Manager & Forensic Research Scientist, RTI International

MODERATOR

Natalie L. Ammons, Georgia Chapter President, NOBLE

Ms. Natalie L. Ammons is currently the Director of Communications for the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) in Atlanta, GA. Ms. Ammons serves as the spokesperson for the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, led by Fulton County’s 28^th Sheriff Patrick “Pat” Labat, coordinating all aspects of media and public relations for the agency. Ms. Ammons joined FCSO in June 2023 after she retired from the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) with 30 years of service, spending her last five years with the agency as the Deputy Director of Public and Governmental Affairs. In this role, she served as an agency spokesperson and legislative liaison to Georgia’s legislature and the Governor’s Office.

She has spoken nationally and internationally about managing critical incidents, social media management, the importance of non-sworn employees in a law enforcement agency, DEIB, and as a member of the FBI’s National Use of Force Data Collection Task Force.

In 2021, Ms. Ammons joined The Ohio State University’s Divided Community Project Thought Leaders Group, a thinktank assembled to provide perspective of challenges currently facing local leadership, particularly in communities of color. She was also named one of 25 Most Influential Asian Americans in Georgia by the Georgia Asian Times. In 2023, Ms. Ammons was selected by the Georgia Municipal Association to serve as a Public Safety and Restorative Justice Reviewer for cities applying to become a certified city of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging (DEIB).

Professionally, Ms. Ammons is a member of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives, and she currently serves as the President of the Georgia Chapter. Under her leadership, the Clark Atlanta University Collegiate Chapter of NOBLE was chartered and is one of the most active and successful collegiate chapters in the country. She is also a member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police, Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police, National Association of Women Law Enforcement Executives, Georgia Association of Women in Public Safety, Peace Officers Association of Georgia, National Asian Peace Officers Association, Atlanta Metropol, Inc., and National Information Officers Association. Personally, she is a member of the National Association of Asian American Professionals Atlanta and Rotary Club of South DeKalb.

PANELISTS:

Chief Rodney Bryant (ret.), Former National President, NOBLE

Rodney Bryant, a more than 15-year member of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives, was the organization’s 46th national president. He previously served as first vice president and second vice president, as well as sergeant-at-arms for both the national office and the Georgia Chapter. He also served as the planning committee chair for the 2017 Annual Exhibit Training and Conference in Atlanta, Georgia.

He joined the Atlanta Police Department in 1988. During his career, he climbed the ranks, serving as a patrol officer, senior police, sergeant, lieutenant, assistant commander and major. Highlights of his career include leading the command of Super Bowl LIII in 2019 and the College Football Playoff Championship in 2018. He retired in 2022 as the 25th chief of the department.

In alignment with 21st Century Policing, which asserts that law enforcement agencies must be well-trained and sensitive to the needs of the communities they serve to be effective, Bryant supports training that is tailored for each agency. He is also committed to bold leadership with respect to reducing gun violence, addressing the issue of missing and murdered women and children of color, and law enforcement recruitment with an eye toward middle management and mentoring for leadership.

Bryant earned a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Georgia State University and a master’s degree in administration at Central Michigan University.

Additionally, he is a graduate of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) National Executive Institute and is an active member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), the Major Cities Chief Association (MCCA), the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police (GACP), Atlanta Metropol, Inc., and the Atlanta Urban Area Security Initiative.

Colonel Jeffrey Glover, President, NOBLE

Governor Katie Hobbs appointed Colonel Jeffrey D. Glover as Director of the Arizona Department of Public Safety on January 17, 2023. Colonel Glover began his career with the Tempe Police Department in October of 1999 and has over 24 years of law enforcement experience. He worked his way through the ranks, serving the Tempe Police Department in a variety of capacities. Colonel Glover worked as a Field Training Officer, Narcotics Detective, Crime Prevention Detective, Media Relations Sergeant, Patrol Lieutenant, Mobile Field Force Commander, Detention Manager, Acting Commander over 21st Century Policing, Professional Standards Commander, Commander over both Criminal and Special Investigations Divisions to include Homicide, Narcotics and the SWAT Team.

In February of 2020, Colonel Glover retired from the Tempe Police Department with more than 20 years of service. He returned to Tempe Police Department later that year, as Interim Chief of Police and was appointed as permanent Chief of Police in August of 2021.

Colonel Glover places an emphasis on community involvement and education, and provides instruction on various topics including leadership, ethics and professionalism, team dynamics, fair and impartial policing, health and wellness, and safety through communications training.

Colonel Glover is currently the President of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE). He is a National Board Member for Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and is the Co-Chair of the MADD Traffic Safety Committee. Colonel Glover also serves on the International Association of Chief’s of Police (IACP) Crime Prevention Committee.

He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education from Northern Arizona University as well as a Master’s in Public Administration through the University of Phoenix. Colonel Glover is a graduate of the Arizona Peace Officers and Standards Arizona Leadership Program (ALP #8), the FBI National Academy Command School Session 265, the Police Executive Research Forum’s Senior Management Institute for Police, and earned a certificate from the University of Arizona, Eller School in Government Leadership.

Mitchell Davis, National Second Vice President, NOBLE

Mitchell R. Davis III is currently the Chief of Police for the Village of Hazel Crest, IL located just outside the south side of Chicago. He started his law enforcement career in 1991. In 2001, he took his first position as chief of police and has served as chief of police in two other departments before going to Hazel Crest. Chief Davis is serving in his 15th total year in the capacity of Chief of Police.

Chief Davis is currently completing his dissertation titled, ‘What Affect Does Police Culture Have on its Relationship With Communities of Color?’ for his PhD in Organizational Leadership at Concordia University of Chicago. He also holds a Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Cincinnati, and a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Governors State University. He is also a graduate of Northwestern University’s School of Police Staff and Command, Class #182.

Chief Davis is currently a 2024 Candidate for 2nd Vice President for the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE), where he served as National Recording Secretary from 2017 – 2020 and is a member of the Education and Training Committee.  He is also a Past Chapter President and current Executive Board member for the Chicagoland Metropolitan Chapter.

Chief Davis frequently travels the country as a guest speaker and trainer for entities that include NOBLE, IACP, ILACP, Alabama Attorney General’s Criminal Justice Summit, the United States Capital Police, Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police Association, Atlanta Police Department Command Staff, Congressional Black Caucus, as well as others. He has also developed and presents classes that include, “Leadership in Law Enforcement from a Black Chief’s Perspective”, “Law Enforcement and the Minority Community”, and “Courageous, Inclusive Leadership in Law Enforcement”.

Lawrance Mullen, Program Manager & Forensic Research Scientist, RTI International

Dr. Lawrance Mullen holds a Doctorate in Health Sciences, a master’s in pharmacology and toxicology, and a bachelor’s in biology and chemistry. He is currently a Forensic Research Scientist and Program Manager at RTI International’s Center for Forensic Science Advancement and Application (CFSAA), where he serves as a Technical Analyst for the National Laboratory Certification Program (NLCP) under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). In this role, he conducts scientific research and assists with the inspection of federally regulated drug testing laboratories. Dr. Mullen also oversees the development of NLCP educational curriculum and online courses.

Beyond his work at RTI International, Dr. Mullen has over 16 years’ experience as an academician, and toxicology data review supervisor. He is a member of the Society of Forensic Toxicologists (SOFT), the Council of Forensic Science Educators (COFSE), and the National Organization for the Professional Advancement of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers (NOBCChE). Moreover, he has been partnering with the Workforce Wellbeing and Effectiveness Program in the Center for Public Safety and Resilience to assist with policing and investigative operations research. Dr. Mullen has been able to further advance his policing research efforts by assisting in the Advancing Service-oriented policing through inclusion, relationship-building & engagement (ASPIRE) project.