In this episode, I interview Brenda Ong, a former officer of the Singapore Police Force, who shares her unique journey from law enforcement to technology innovation. Brenda discusses the structure and challenges of the Singapore Police Force, her experiences with technology integration, and the importance of community engagement in policing. She also highlights the role of misinformation in public perception and the ongoing efforts to maintain public trust. The conversation delves into the future of policing, focusing on cybercrime and the innovative use of technology to enhance community safety. Oh, and she shares a story about...body parts... check it out.

Takeaways

Brenda Ong is the first international guest on the podcast. The Singapore Police Force is a lean organization with about 15,000 officers. Brenda's career began with a scholarship to study overseas and join the police force. Innovation in policing is crucial for adapting to modern challenges. The Singapore Police Force has successfully integrated UAVs and robots into their operations. Misinformation poses a significant challenge to public trust in law enforcement. Community engagement is essential for effective policing in Singapore. The police force faces manpower challenges due to a declining population. Brenda emphasizes the importance of transparency in police operations. Future policing will leverage AI and technology to combat cybercrime and scams.

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Multitude Insights

Buckle up for this conversation with Kyle Shiparski, the commander of the Laporte County (IN) Drug Task Force. I met Kyle in the early days of Multitude Insights when he was introduced to me as a cop who loved technology and gave excellent product feedback. Since then, he's become a friend and an excellent source of truth about what is happening in the Public Safety Industry.

We discuss the IACP Conference (we recorded this during the event), how to work up the chain in a drug cartel, where AI is going for police, wellness, and more.

Takeaways

• Kyle Shiparski shares his background and connection to law enforcement.
• The IACP conference offers a vast array of resources and networking opportunities.
• Investing in officer wellness is crucial for retention and job satisfaction.
• Technology is reshaping law enforcement, but change is often met with resistance.
• HIDTA designations provide essential funding and resources for drug task forces.
• Current drug trends show a significant influence from Mexican cartels.
• Building cases against drug traffickers requires strategic collaboration and intelligence.
• Success stories in drug enforcement highlight the importance of teamwork and community engagement.
• AI can potentially enhance law enforcement efficiency but is still in its infancy.
• Personal adventures and experiences contribute to overall wellness for law enforcement officers.

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• ⁠Multitude Insights⁠
• ⁠Michigan City PD

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If there ever was such a thing, Noel March is a renaissance man in public safety. Over his long career, he's served on the IACP board, as the US Marshal for Maine under President Obama, was the Chief of Police for the University of Maine (Augusta), and is the Chief Strategy Officer of Sigma Tactical Wellness. I should probably mention that he also advises Multitude Insights.

In this conversation, we discuss Noel's extensive background, how sales and word of mouth work in the industry, and where Noel and Matt think the future of law enforcement is headed.

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• Matt's Company Multitude Insights
• Noel's Company Sigma Tactical Wellness

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