Captivating and kept audience attention throughout.

Attendees found it not just educational but personally reflective and thought-provoking.

Gould’s presentation was widely praised as informative, engaging, and emotionally impactful. Attendees valued the firsthand experience shared by the Chief and felt the content was highly relevant to leadership in law enforcement, especially during and after critical incidents.

Mattingly was consistently described as engaging, motivational, relatable, and captivating. His ability to keep the audience enraptured was highlighted by multiple attendees.

On behalf of the entire team, I want to extend our deepest gratitude for the outstanding contribution to our Resiliency, Leadership, TRIUMPH event on June 25, 2025, at the Aqua Turf Club. The expertise, personal insights, and powerful storytelling made the event truly memorable, leaving a lasting impact on all who attended. Chief Brian Gould’s presentation was widely praised for its emotional depth and practical relevance. Attendees found his real-life experiences captivating and thought-provoking, prompting deep self-reflection and inspiring new approaches to leadership in law enforcement. Likewise, Sgt. John Mattingly’s afternoon session was incredibly impactful, offering an eye-opening perspective that challenged mainstream narratives. His courage, resilience, and unflinching honesty left a profound impression on the audience, sparking a shift in how many viewed leadership, adversity, and the media’s portrayal of law enforcement. We are thrilled to share that over 100 officers from 29 agencies attended, and the event received an outstanding evaluation score of 9.8/10. This speaks directly to the quality and impact of these presentations and the relevance of the topics discussed.

A heartfelt thank you to Bernie Hallums, our event MC, our generous sponsors, whose support helped make this event possible: Saber Torch; KFD Training & Consultation (Kevin Dillon); Liberty Landscapes (Kevin and Kathy Foley); Commercial Storefront Services, Inc. (Ken and Kathy Jeski); Donwell Company, Inc.; Mark Sticca, LLC; Baldwin Media Strategic Communications; Verify Credibility Services; Marshall Law, LLC; Len Glasser; Hassett & George; The Henderson Family (Howd & Ludorf); Front Sight Coffee. We also extend our appreciation to Audio Media Solutions, LLC for providing excellent sound and technical support, and to the Aqua Turf Club for offering a beautiful venue and delicious food that made our time together even more enjoyable.

Notable Quotes:

Morning Session:

  • “Real case experience of tragic events helps identify blind spots and self-reflection in my own leadership.”
  • “Chief Gould is an amazing speaker… all very valuable to know for handling a critical incident.”
  • “Very captivating and emotional. Truly brought to light how a department can move forward.”
  • “Love the views on ‘WE’ at the command level and officer well-being.”

Afternoon Session:

  • “Sgt. Mattingly’s story resonated deeply with attendees. His resilience, honesty, and clarity were especially appreciated.”
  • “This was incredibly informative. I had no idea of the truth of this incident.”
  • “Great speaker / presentation. Would recommend it to anybody in law enforcement.”
  • “Completely changed my perspective of the common narrative. John is a brave individual in so many ways.”