Chief
San Diego (CA) Police Department
San Diego, California, United States
Shelley Zimmerman served 35 years with the San Diego Police Department, retiring as the Chief of Police. She believes in community policing and that public safety must be a shared responsibility with everyone playing a crucial role in keeping their communities safe. During her tenure as Chief of Police, San Diego‘s overall crime fell to its lowest level in 49 years. She instituted new policies and deployed new equipment and technologies such as body worn cameras (the largest city in the country at the time to do so).
She speaks across the country on leadership and the myriad of challenges and opportunities policing brings in the 21st Century. She emphasizes the importance of officer health, safety, and wellness which is essential to help protect all those who serve.
Shelley recieved her BA from the Ohio State University, her MS from National University, and she is also a graduate of the FBI National Academy. She is an avid sports fan and often participates in athletic charity fundraisers.
Cardiovascular Health Among Law Enforcement Personnel: A Medical and Law Enforcement Perspective
Monday, October 21, 2024
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM ET
Officer Health and Wellness: Building a Program in Partnership with Local Healthcare Providers
Monday, October 21, 2024
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM ET