Force Science experts to present at 2025 National LEO Hall of Fame induction ceremony | Law Enforcement Today

TOLEDO, OH – The National Law Enforcement Officer Hall of Fame is thrilled to announce that Von Kliem and Nicole Florisi, nationally acclaimed and highly sought-after experts from Force Science, will present “Positive Impacts in Policing” on the morning of the National Law Enforcement Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, April 11, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Omni Fort Worth Hotel in Fort Worth, Texas.

Open to police officers and their families, this engaging session provides a rare opportunity to learn from experts involved in some of the most high-profile cases in the U.S. and internationally.

Von and Nicole will share how their litigation consulting and law enforcement training relies on high-quality research to set the standard for expert decision-making, improving performance, and achieving honest accountability in public safety. They will discuss the critical role of human performance factors and limitations, offering a deeper understanding of how these elements contribute to successful outcomes for officers, agencies, and court cases.

Attendees will also hear about the positive outcomes achieved in cases where these strategies have been applied, demonstrating the real-world benefits of prioritizing fairness, sound decision-making, and accountability.

As a special feature, the event includes access to the VirTra simulator, allowing attendees to experience the split-second decisions officers face during critical incidents. This immersive opportunity provides a powerful perspective on the realities of human performance in high-stress scenarios.

Officers intending to submit this class for continuing education will be provided the necessary supporting documents for their states.

Don’t miss this chance to learn from two of the most respected voices in the field. This session celebrates law enforcement excellence, showcases lessons learned from high-profile cases, and provides actionable insights to improve outcomes across the profession.

The 2025 Inauguration Dinner will be held on April 11th from 5:30pm – 9pm CST at The Omni in Fort Worth, TX.

The inductees of the 2025 National Law Enforcement Officer Hall of Fame Awards are:

CIVILIAN SERVICE TO LAW ENFORCEMENT AWARD

Rick Smith

Founder, Axon (Arizona)

COURAGE IN SERVICE AWARD

Lindsay McCall Long

Tempe Police Department (Retired)(Arizona)

COURAGE IN SERVICE AWARD

Louis Cioci

Johnson City (New York)

CAREER ACHIEVMENT AWARD

Chief Jason Armstrong

Apex Police Department (North Carolina)

FOUNDER’S AWARD

Captain Tom Rizzo

Howell Township Police Department (New Jersey)

K9 HERO AWARD

K9 Iris-Jeff Calandra 

FBI Newark Division (New Jersey)

LIFE SAVING AWARD

C Heath Martin

Springboro Police Department (Ohio)

NEVER FORGOTTEN AWARD

Sergeant Christopher Fitzgerald

Temple University Police (Posthumously) (Pennsylvania)

TRAINER OF THE YEAR

Chris Butler

Raptor Protection & Safety Services (US & Canada)

SCHERER-REMSBERG LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

Lieutenant David Swavey

Garland Police Department (Retired) (Texas)

Founder/Executive Director of the Guns & Hoses Foundation

Founded in 2017 by Megan Stockburger and Adam Davenport, the National Law Enforcement Officer Hall of Fame was created to honor and support the law enforcement community. “The hall of fame takes great pride in showing appreciation for those who do so much for others” said Stockburger. “It is important that we shine a light on the side of law enforcement that we often do not get to hear about” added Davenport. “We owe them a huge debt of gratitude for standing the line between good and evil on our behalf.”

For information on tickets, sponsorship opportunities and upcoming nomination opportunities, please visit: www.nationalleohalloffame.com or contact Megan Stockburger at: (419) 509-3085, mstockburger@leohof.com or Adam Davenport at: (419) 262-5548, adavenport@leohof.com.

 

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