Leading Without Rank: A Primer
Course Length: 1 Hour
Meet your Instructor
John Robison & Michael Warren
Expertise:
Command Presence
Chief John Robison began his law enforcement career late in 2001 at the Alpharetta Police Department in Alpharetta, Georgia. He left Alpharetta in 2011 to work at the Powder Springs Police Department, becoming Chief of Police in 2015. John was fortunate enough to be able to return to Alpharetta in January of 2017 as the Public Safety Chief where he is currently serving. A strong believer in education, John received his B.S. in Criminal Justice from Georgia State University in 1993. In 1998, John earned a Master of Divinity Degree from New Orleans Seminary, and in 2014 he earned a Master of Justice Administration Degree from Columbus State University. In 2019, he earned his Doctorate of Public Administration from Valdosta State University. He is also a graduate of the Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command. John began working as an instructor at Reinhardt University’s Police Academy in 2009 and has served as an instructor numerous times for several Georgia P.O.S.T. training academies. He also continues to serve as an adjunct instructor for Reinhardt’s Public Safety Leadership B.S. Program.
Michael Warren is a 23 year veteran of the Novi Police Department in the Detroit Metropolitan area. During his time with his agency, he has served as a patrol officer, FTO, detective, DEA Task Force Officer, patrol sergeant, and Training and Standards Sergeant. Additionally, he has overseen the agency’s use of force training program. In addition to use of force instruction, Michael has developed and taught several courses geared to promote community relations and public support for law enforcement operations. He also taught Concealed Pistol License classes for the agency. A big believer in life-long learning, Michael has earned a Master of Business Administration and a Master of Science in Criminal Justice. In addition, he is a graduate of the Michigan State University School of Police Staff and Command. Michael was certified as a Force Science Analyst and has continued his studies in this realm.