Chief Billy Grogan (Ret.) recently retired after a distinguished career in law enforcement, culminating in his role as the founding police chief of the Dunwoody Police Department, where he served with distinction for 15 years. His leadership and dedication to public safety have left a lasting impact on the community.Billy Grogan holds a Master of Public Administration from Kennesaw State University and a Bachelor of Science in Political Science. His commitment to professional development is evident in his extensive training and education, which includes graduating from the 193rd Session of the FBI National Academy, the Georgia Command College, the FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar (LEEDS), and the Georgia International Law Enforcement Exchange (GILEE) program.As an accomplished international speaker, Billy has trained law enforcement professionals across the United States and internationally, including in Egypt, Hungary, and the Republic of Georgia. He is a certified national and international speaker through the International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training (IADLEST).Billy's contributions to the law enforcement community extend beyond his department. He is a past president of the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police and has been an active member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Human and Civil Rights Committee since 2006. His dedication and excellence in leadership were recognized when he was named the 2023 Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police Outstanding Chief of the Year.Throughout his career, Chief Grogan has demonstrated a commitment to improving law enforcement practices and fostering positive community relations. He continues serving the greater law enforcement community through his Top Cop Leadership blog and coaching law enforcement leaders. Read more about this authorRead less about this author