Emergency Management Expert Witnesses

Emergency management expert witnesses and consultants listed here may be able to form expert opinions, draft expert witness reports, provide expert witness testimony at deposition and/or trial as or serve as consulting (non-testifying) experts on emergency management. The emergency management expert witness listings on this page are typically from fields/areas of expertise such as: Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Preparedness, Epidemiology, Industrial Hygiene, Law Enf & Criminal Justice, Meteorology, Police Practices & Procedures, Premises Liability, Safety, School Safety, and Security.

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Theron L Bowman, PhD

Police Practices, Public Safety & City Manager PhD

THE BOWMAN GROUP

Arizona
Police Practices & Procedures, Law Enf & Criminal Justice - Use of force, Police Misconduct, Civil Rights, Constitutional Policing, Police Oversight, Police Accountability, Racial Bias, Police Training, Police Policy, Police Operations, Public Safety, Security Operations, Major Events, Crowd Control, Police Pursuits, Corruption Investigations, Police AI Liability, Fire, Emergency Management, EMS
Dr. Theron L. Bowman – Police Practices Expert Dr. Theron L. Bowman is a nationally recognized expert in police practices, constitutional policing, and law enforcement oversight, with over 40 years of experience in law enforcement leadership, consulting, and litigation support. His extensive background includes serving as the Chief of Police and Deputy City Manager for Arlington, Texas, and as the founder and CEO of The Bowman Group, a consultancy specializing in police and public safety reform. Dr. Bowman has provided expert analysis and testimony in cases involving use of force, civil rights violations, internal investigations, and police policy failures. His expertise spans major U.S. jurisdictions, including New York City, Baltimore, Chicago, Memphis, Phoenix, Seattle, and Los Angeles County. He has also advised international police task forces in Bosnia, Kosovo, Haiti, Israel, Jordan, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Education & Credentials • Ph.D. in Urban and Public Administration –...
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Kristen Good, MEM, PhD, CIH

Environmental & Occupational Exposure Scientist

Fort Collins, Colorado
Epidemiology, Industrial Hygiene - public health, environmental health, exposure science, exposure assessment, chemical hazard, indoor air quality, aerosols, wildfire, wildfire smoke, COVID-19, OSHA, exposure modeling, inhalation, pandemic, occupational health, occupational safety, toxicology, risk assessment, emergency management, heat
Dr. Kristen Good is an Epidemiologist, Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), and Exposure Scientist with over 15 years of experience in risk assessment, toxicology, exposure assessment, and environmental sciences. She has worked across academia, research, private industry, and government. She has a Ph.D. in Environmental Health (epidemiology concentration) from Colorado State University, a Master’s degree in Environmental Management, (toxicology focus) from Duke University, and a B.S. in Biology from Boston College. Her work has focused on human exposure, risk assessment, and health outcomes (respiratory pathogens, wildfires, biomass burning, mold, and chemical exposures). Dr. Good has served as the leading technical authority in occupational health and indoor air quality at the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) since 2020. She manages the state’s indoor air quality improvement programs (including work related to improving IAQ in schools, workplaces, and ...
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Theron L Bowman, PhD

Police Practices, Public Safety & City Manager PhD

THE BOWMAN GROUP

District Of Columbia
Police Practices & Procedures, Law Enf & Criminal Justice - Use of force, Police Misconduct, Civil Rights, Constitutional Policing, Police Oversight, Police Accountability, Racial Bias, Police Training, Police Policy, Police Operations, Public Safety, Security Operations, Major Events, Crowd Control, Police Pursuits, Corruption Investigations, Police AI Liability, Fire, Emergency Management, EMS
Dr. Theron L. Bowman – Police Practices Expert Dr. Theron L. Bowman is a nationally recognized expert in police practices, constitutional policing, and law enforcement oversight, with over 40 years of experience in law enforcement leadership, consulting, and litigation support. His extensive background includes serving as the Chief of Police and Deputy City Manager for Arlington, Texas, and as the founder and CEO of The Bowman Group, a consultancy specializing in police and public safety reform. Dr. Bowman has provided expert analysis and testimony in cases involving use of force, civil rights violations, internal investigations, and police policy failures. His expertise spans major U.S. jurisdictions, including New York City, Baltimore, Chicago, Memphis, Phoenix, Seattle, and Los Angeles County. He has also advised international police task forces in Bosnia, Kosovo, Haiti, Israel, Jordan, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Education & Credentials • Ph.D. in Urban and Public Administration –...
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Theron L Bowman, PhD

Police Practices, Public Safety & City Manager PhD

THE BOWMAN GROUP

Florida
Police Practices & Procedures, Law Enf & Criminal Justice - Use of force, Police Misconduct, Civil Rights, Constitutional Policing, Police Oversight, Police Accountability, Racial Bias, Police Training, Police Policy, Police Operations, Public Safety, Security Operations, Major Events, Crowd Control, Police Pursuits, Corruption Investigations, Police AI Liability, Fire, Emergency Management, EMS
Dr. Theron L. Bowman – Police Practices Expert Dr. Theron L. Bowman is a nationally recognized expert in police practices, constitutional policing, and law enforcement oversight, with over 40 years of experience in law enforcement leadership, consulting, and litigation support. His extensive background includes serving as the Chief of Police and Deputy City Manager for Arlington, Texas, and as the founder and CEO of The Bowman Group, a consultancy specializing in police and public safety reform. Dr. Bowman has provided expert analysis and testimony in cases involving use of force, civil rights violations, internal investigations, and police policy failures. His expertise spans major U.S. jurisdictions, including New York City, Baltimore, Chicago, Memphis, Phoenix, Seattle, and Los Angeles County. He has also advised international police task forces in Bosnia, Kosovo, Haiti, Israel, Jordan, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Education & Credentials • Ph.D. in Urban and Public Administration –...
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Michelle L Chace, MSSM

Security/Premise Liability 20+ years experience

Mitigation Assessor, LLC

DAYTONA BEACH, Florida
Security, Premises Liability - Premises Liability, Security Negligence, CPTED, Security Procedures, Security Master Plans, Physical Security, Mitigation Assessment, Mitigation Planning, Emergency Management, Electronic Security Design, Threat Assessment, Security Policies, Incident Reporting, Security Training, Risk Assessment, Security Standards
Michelle L. Chace is a physical security subject matter expert and forensic expert witness with more than 20 years of professional experience in physical security, threat/vulnerability/risk assessment, premises liability, and negligent security analysis. Her expertise includes the evaluation of alleged security failures and the application of generally accepted security principles, methodologies, and industry standards. Ms. Chace currently serves as a Subject Matter Expert with Kolins Security Group, where she conducts comprehensive security assessments involving document review, stakeholder interviews, and on-site inspections. Her forensic work includes the review and analysis of incidents involving alleged security deficiencies, the preparation of expert reports, and testimony in depositions and court proceedings related to premises liability and negligent security matters. Ms. Chace has held senior security consulting and project management roles with nationally recognized firms,...
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Sean Graham, DEM, AEM, HcEM, NRP

Professional Doctoral Fire/EMS/EM Expert

Cumming, Georgia
Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Preparedness - Fire Fighting, Hazardous Materials, Risk Management, Emergency Medical Services, Helicopter EMS, Fire Inspections, Education, Emergency Management, Public Health Emergency Preparedness, Healthcare Preparedness, Disaster Mitigation and Resilience, CBRN Preparedness, Risk Assessment, Hazard Analysis, Nuclear Power Preparedness
Dr. Sean Graham is a nationally recognized emergency management, public health preparedness, and incident response professional with more than two decades of experience spanning frontline operations, executive leadership, academic instruction, and applied research. His career integrates real-world response experience with strategic planning, regulatory compliance, training, and systems-level analysis, making him a highly qualified expert in complex emergency and disaster-related matters. Dr. Graham currently serves in senior public health emergency preparedness leadership, where he supports statewide planning, training, and response initiatives aligned with federal preparedness frameworks, including the CDC Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) and Healthcare Preparedness Program (HPP), as well as the National Incident Management System (NIMS). His work includes emergency operations planning, multi-agency coordination, resource management, and the design and evaluation of lar...
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Theron L Bowman, PhD

Police Practices, Public Safety & City Manager PhD

THE BOWMAN GROUP

Illinois
Police Practices & Procedures, Law Enf & Criminal Justice - Use of force, Police Misconduct, Civil Rights, Constitutional Policing, Police Oversight, Police Accountability, Racial Bias, Police Training, Police Policy, Police Operations, Public Safety, Security Operations, Major Events, Crowd Control, Police Pursuits, Corruption Investigations, Police AI Liability, Fire, Emergency Management, EMS
Dr. Theron L. Bowman – Police Practices Expert Dr. Theron L. Bowman is a nationally recognized expert in police practices, constitutional policing, and law enforcement oversight, with over 40 years of experience in law enforcement leadership, consulting, and litigation support. His extensive background includes serving as the Chief of Police and Deputy City Manager for Arlington, Texas, and as the founder and CEO of The Bowman Group, a consultancy specializing in police and public safety reform. Dr. Bowman has provided expert analysis and testimony in cases involving use of force, civil rights violations, internal investigations, and police policy failures. His expertise spans major U.S. jurisdictions, including New York City, Baltimore, Chicago, Memphis, Phoenix, Seattle, and Los Angeles County. He has also advised international police task forces in Bosnia, Kosovo, Haiti, Israel, Jordan, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Education & Credentials • Ph.D. in Urban and Public Administration –...
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Leroy K. James, MS

L. K. James & Associates

Cheltenham, Maryland
Law Enf & Criminal Justice, School Safety - School Security, Clery Act Compliance, Campus Security Operations, Investigations, Emergency Management, Special Events Management, Policies and Procedures, Community Policing, Consortium Building, Patrol Operations, Local Law Enforcement Collaboration, Training & Education
Mr. James has served as a University Chief of Police, as well as an Executive Director for Campus Safety and Security at two (2) four-year higher education research institutions, and at a community college in the Washington DC and Baltimore metropolitan region. In those positions he served as the chief architect for the safety and security infrastructure for several different campuses and over 50,000 students. He also served as an adjunct professor in criminal justice at a community college. He serves as the founder of a campus security consulting firm that specializes in assisting university leaders comply with their federal responsibilities under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), and the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act. Mr. James has served as the Training and Education Coordinator for the Historically Black Colleges and Universities - Law Enforcement Executives and Administrators (HBCU-LEEA) organization whic...
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Theron L Bowman, PhD

Police Practices, Public Safety & City Manager PhD

THE BOWMAN GROUP

Maryland
Police Practices & Procedures, Law Enf & Criminal Justice - Use of force, Police Misconduct, Civil Rights, Constitutional Policing, Police Oversight, Police Accountability, Racial Bias, Police Training, Police Policy, Police Operations, Public Safety, Security Operations, Major Events, Crowd Control, Police Pursuits, Corruption Investigations, Police AI Liability, Fire, Emergency Management, EMS
Dr. Theron L. Bowman – Police Practices Expert Dr. Theron L. Bowman is a nationally recognized expert in police practices, constitutional policing, and law enforcement oversight, with over 40 years of experience in law enforcement leadership, consulting, and litigation support. His extensive background includes serving as the Chief of Police and Deputy City Manager for Arlington, Texas, and as the founder and CEO of The Bowman Group, a consultancy specializing in police and public safety reform. Dr. Bowman has provided expert analysis and testimony in cases involving use of force, civil rights violations, internal investigations, and police policy failures. His expertise spans major U.S. jurisdictions, including New York City, Baltimore, Chicago, Memphis, Phoenix, Seattle, and Los Angeles County. He has also advised international police task forces in Bosnia, Kosovo, Haiti, Israel, Jordan, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Education & Credentials • Ph.D. in Urban and Public Administration –...
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Christopher Gloninger, CBM, CCM

Certified Consulting Meteorologist

BARNSTABLE, Massachusetts
Meteorology, Emergency Preparedness - Climate Change, Climate Adaptation, Climate Mitigation, Emergency Management, Forensic Meteorology
Chris Gloninger is an experienced forensic meteorologist with a strong background in weather analysis, climate science, and communication. With nearly 20 years of expertise in interpreting meteorological data, he provides expert analysis for legal cases involving weather-related incidents, offering insights into complex atmospheric conditions and their impacts. Chris holds a degree in meteorology and has earned American Meteorological Society certifications in broadcast (#235) and consulting meteorology (#791), enhancing his ability to provide accurate, science-based evaluations for insurance claims, litigation, and emergency planning. His comprehensive understanding of extreme weather events, climate variability, and disaster preparedness makes him a sought-after expert in legal and policy settings. As a climate communicator and meteorologist, Chris has worked in both broadcast and consulting roles, delivering clear, data-driven insights to diverse audiences. He currently works a...
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Marianne Santarelli

Marianne Santarelli, Safety, Industrial Hygiene and Environmental Consulting Services LLC

Basking Ridge, New Jersey
Safety, Industrial Hygiene - Construction, Research and Development, Environmental, Occupational Health, Noise, Accident Investigations, Risk Management, Fatality Investigations, ISO Management Systems, Insurance, Emergency Management, Drug/Alcohol Use Management, Behavioral Management, Training, Contractor Safety, Owners Rep
A highly experienced, Environmental, Health and Safety professional, Certified Industrial Hygienist and Certified Safety Professional, with applied comprehensive skills, a strong commitment to excellence and progressive functional managerial experience with a specialization in the arena of Global EH&S Management Systems. Technical proficiencies in industrial hygiene, safety and environmental disciplines, regulatory compliance analyses, product EH&S program development, permitting, training, ergonomics, EH&S audit and gap analysis, corrective action development, risk management analysis, workers compensation claims management and wellness programs and construction EH&S within a multitude of manufacturing, construction, research and development, governmental and administrative environments. Owner/President – 2021-present- Marianne Santarelli Safety, Industrial Hygiene and Environmental Consulting Services, LLC • A full-service Safety, Occupational Health and Environmental Consultin...
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A. Benjamin Mannes, MA, CPP, CESP

Global expert in Security & Duty of Care Liability

Mannes & Associates, LLC

New Jersey
Security, Safety - Duty-of-care, Premises Liaibility, Physical Security, Workplace Violence, Access Control, CCTV, Surveillance, Theft, Investigations, Vetting, Life Safety, Public Safety, Law Enforcement, Harrassment, Emergency Management, Disaster Planning, Emergency Response, Security Guards, Police Response, Background Check
A. Benjamin Mannes, MA, CPP, CESP is an internationally recognized subject matter expert in duty-of-care liability, security, safety, emergency management, and corporate compliance, with over 25 years of operational and consulting experience across federal, state, and corporate environments worldwide. Based in a career in both city & federal law enforcement, Mannes has built global safety & security programs for highly regulated organizations, to include North America's largest medical board, three state education departments, public facilities, transit systems, and a Fortune-300 global corporation. He provides expert testimony and consulting in the following specialties: - Duty-of-Care Liability - Security & Safety - Extensive experience developing, managing, and auditing programs to ensure organizational duty-of-care in corporate, hospitality, education, and healthcare sectors. - Expert witness with opinions entered in multiple jurisdictions regarding organizational responsibilit...
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A. Benjamin Mannes, MA, CPP, CESP

Global expert in Security & Duty of Care Liability

Mannes & Associates, LLC

New York
Security, Safety - Duty-of-care, Premises Liaibility, Physical Security, Workplace Violence, Access Control, CCTV, Surveillance, Theft, Investigations, Vetting, Life Safety, Public Safety, Law Enforcement, Harrassment, Emergency Management, Disaster Planning, Emergency Response, Security Guards, Police Response, Background Check
A. Benjamin Mannes, MA, CPP, CESP is an internationally recognized subject matter expert in duty-of-care liability, security, safety, emergency management, and corporate compliance, with over 25 years of operational and consulting experience across federal, state, and corporate environments worldwide. Based in a career in both city & federal law enforcement, Mannes has built global safety & security programs for highly regulated organizations, to include North America's largest medical board, three state education departments, public facilities, transit systems, and a Fortune-300 global corporation. He provides expert testimony and consulting in the following specialties: - Duty-of-Care Liability - Security & Safety - Extensive experience developing, managing, and auditing programs to ensure organizational duty-of-care in corporate, hospitality, education, and healthcare sectors. - Expert witness with opinions entered in multiple jurisdictions regarding organizational responsibilit...
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Theron L Bowman, PhD

Police Practices, Public Safety & City Manager PhD

THE BOWMAN GROUP

New York
Police Practices & Procedures, Law Enf & Criminal Justice - Use of force, Police Misconduct, Civil Rights, Constitutional Policing, Police Oversight, Police Accountability, Racial Bias, Police Training, Police Policy, Police Operations, Public Safety, Security Operations, Major Events, Crowd Control, Police Pursuits, Corruption Investigations, Police AI Liability, Fire, Emergency Management, EMS
Dr. Theron L. Bowman – Police Practices Expert Dr. Theron L. Bowman is a nationally recognized expert in police practices, constitutional policing, and law enforcement oversight, with over 40 years of experience in law enforcement leadership, consulting, and litigation support. His extensive background includes serving as the Chief of Police and Deputy City Manager for Arlington, Texas, and as the founder and CEO of The Bowman Group, a consultancy specializing in police and public safety reform. Dr. Bowman has provided expert analysis and testimony in cases involving use of force, civil rights violations, internal investigations, and police policy failures. His expertise spans major U.S. jurisdictions, including New York City, Baltimore, Chicago, Memphis, Phoenix, Seattle, and Los Angeles County. He has also advised international police task forces in Bosnia, Kosovo, Haiti, Israel, Jordan, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Education & Credentials • Ph.D. in Urban and Public Administration –...
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A. Benjamin Mannes, MA, CPP, CESP

Global expert in Security & Duty of Care Liability

Mannes & Associates, LLC

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Security, Safety - Duty-of-care, Premises Liaibility, Physical Security, Workplace Violence, Access Control, CCTV, Surveillance, Theft, Investigations, Vetting, Life Safety, Public Safety, Law Enforcement, Harrassment, Emergency Management, Disaster Planning, Emergency Response, Security Guards, Police Response, Background Check
A. Benjamin Mannes, MA, CPP, CESP is an internationally recognized subject matter expert in duty-of-care liability, security, safety, emergency management, and corporate compliance, with over 25 years of operational and consulting experience across federal, state, and corporate environments worldwide. Based in a career in both city & federal law enforcement, Mannes has built global safety & security programs for highly regulated organizations, to include North America's largest medical board, three state education departments, public facilities, transit systems, and a Fortune-300 global corporation. He provides expert testimony and consulting in the following specialties: - Duty-of-Care Liability - Security & Safety - Extensive experience developing, managing, and auditing programs to ensure organizational duty-of-care in corporate, hospitality, education, and healthcare sectors. - Expert witness with opinions entered in multiple jurisdictions regarding organizational responsibilit...
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Theron L Bowman, PhD

Police Practices, Public Safety & City Manager PhD

THE BOWMAN GROUP

Tennessee
Police Practices & Procedures, Law Enf & Criminal Justice - Use of force, Police Misconduct, Civil Rights, Constitutional Policing, Police Oversight, Police Accountability, Racial Bias, Police Training, Police Policy, Police Operations, Public Safety, Security Operations, Major Events, Crowd Control, Police Pursuits, Corruption Investigations, Police AI Liability, Fire, Emergency Management, EMS
Dr. Theron L. Bowman – Police Practices Expert Dr. Theron L. Bowman is a nationally recognized expert in police practices, constitutional policing, and law enforcement oversight, with over 40 years of experience in law enforcement leadership, consulting, and litigation support. His extensive background includes serving as the Chief of Police and Deputy City Manager for Arlington, Texas, and as the founder and CEO of The Bowman Group, a consultancy specializing in police and public safety reform. Dr. Bowman has provided expert analysis and testimony in cases involving use of force, civil rights violations, internal investigations, and police policy failures. His expertise spans major U.S. jurisdictions, including New York City, Baltimore, Chicago, Memphis, Phoenix, Seattle, and Los Angeles County. He has also advised international police task forces in Bosnia, Kosovo, Haiti, Israel, Jordan, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Education & Credentials • Ph.D. in Urban and Public Administration –...
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Theron L Bowman, PhD

Police Practices, Public Safety & City Manager PhD

THE BOWMAN GROUP

Arlington, Texas
Police Practices & Procedures, Law Enf & Criminal Justice - Use of force, Police Misconduct, Civil Rights, Constitutional Policing, Police Oversight, Police Accountability, Racial Bias, Police Training, Police Policy, Police Operations, Public Safety, Security Operations, Major Events, Crowd Control, Police Pursuits, Corruption Investigations, Police AI Liability, Fire, Emergency Management, EMS
Dr. Theron L. Bowman – Police Practices Expert Dr. Theron L. Bowman is a nationally recognized expert in police practices, constitutional policing, and law enforcement oversight, with over 40 years of experience in law enforcement leadership, consulting, and litigation support. His extensive background includes serving as the Chief of Police and Deputy City Manager for Arlington, Texas, and as the founder and CEO of The Bowman Group, a consultancy specializing in police and public safety reform. Dr. Bowman has provided expert analysis and testimony in cases involving use of force, civil rights violations, internal investigations, and police policy failures. His expertise spans major U.S. jurisdictions, including New York City, Baltimore, Chicago, Memphis, Phoenix, Seattle, and Los Angeles County. He has also advised international police task forces in Bosnia, Kosovo, Haiti, Israel, Jordan, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Education & Credentials • Ph.D. in Urban and Public Administration –...
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John A. DeArmond, Ed.D., (c), MPA, NRP, CCEMT-P, LP

Brook Hollow Consulting

Boerne, Texas
Emergency Medical Services, Emergency Preparedness - Paramedic, EMT, Ambulance, Prehospital, EMS, Disaster Management, Emergency Management, Prehospital Care
I have been a Nationally Certified Paramedic since 1990 and have been involved with the public safety profession since 1987. I have worked as a clinician, an educator and a manager in both the United States and internationally. I have managed and coordinated medical and safety education programs for both private and governmental organizations. I have a Master of Public Administration in Emergency and Disaster Management from Metropolitan College of New York. Additionally, I am a graduate of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Basic Emergency Management Academy, the Advance and Professional Development programs, the Continuity of Operations (COOP) Level 1, the Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP), Incident Command System (ICS) instructor program. Additionally, I am a certified instructor with the State of California Fire Marshal (CSFM) 1A-1C and a Level 2 National EMS Instructor with the National Association of Emergency Medical Educators (NAEMSE)....
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Theron L Bowman, PhD

Police Practices, Public Safety & City Manager PhD

THE BOWMAN GROUP

Virginia
Police Practices & Procedures, Law Enf & Criminal Justice - Use of force, Police Misconduct, Civil Rights, Constitutional Policing, Police Oversight, Police Accountability, Racial Bias, Police Training, Police Policy, Police Operations, Public Safety, Security Operations, Major Events, Crowd Control, Police Pursuits, Corruption Investigations, Police AI Liability, Fire, Emergency Management, EMS
Dr. Theron L. Bowman – Police Practices Expert Dr. Theron L. Bowman is a nationally recognized expert in police practices, constitutional policing, and law enforcement oversight, with over 40 years of experience in law enforcement leadership, consulting, and litigation support. His extensive background includes serving as the Chief of Police and Deputy City Manager for Arlington, Texas, and as the founder and CEO of The Bowman Group, a consultancy specializing in police and public safety reform. Dr. Bowman has provided expert analysis and testimony in cases involving use of force, civil rights violations, internal investigations, and police policy failures. His expertise spans major U.S. jurisdictions, including New York City, Baltimore, Chicago, Memphis, Phoenix, Seattle, and Los Angeles County. He has also advised international police task forces in Bosnia, Kosovo, Haiti, Israel, Jordan, Iraq, and Afghanistan. Education & Credentials • Ph.D. in Urban and Public Administration –...