In this episode I talk with Battalion Chief Rafael Gibson. Chief Gibson is  assigned to the Training Academy in Montgomery County Maryland. As chiefs we demand our people to train every day and be the best. Your people expect you to be equally trained to be the best. Chief Gibson discusses the new line officers training program, the advancements in command officers command competency program and continuing professional development.  For more information on these programs contact Chief Gibson at <a href= "mailto:Rafael.gibson@montgomerycountymd.gov">Rafael.gibson@montgomerycountymd.gov</a>

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