Past Presidents

Stewards of Leadership and Service

The role of NAWLEE President represents the highest level of service, responsibility, and leadership within the organization. Each President is entrusted with guiding the mission, upholding NAWLEE’s values, and advancing opportunities for women leaders across the law enforcement profession. Through strategic vision, advocacy, and service, NAWLEE Presidents shape the direction of the organization while strengthening its impact nationally. Their leadership leaves a lasting imprint—one that continues to influence policy, professional development, and the future of law enforcement leadership.

Honoring Our Past Presidents

Leaders Who Shaped the Path Forward

Chief Alana M. Ennis

Duke University

Chief Betty P. Kelepecz

Los Angeles Police Department (1st Voted in President)

Chief Susan Riseling

University of Wisconsin

Chief Anne P. Glavin

Madison

Chief Teresa Chambers

California State University Northridge

Chief Vicky (Peltzer) Stormo

U.S. Park Police

Assistant Chief Laura Forbes

Tempe AZ Florida Department of Law Enforcement

Chief Patty Jaye Garrett Patterson

Sumter SC

Chief Susan Rockett

Mexico MO

Assistant Chief Katherine Perez

Federal Reserve

Deputy Chief Dawn Layman

Lenexa KS

Chief Kristen Ziman

Aurora IL

Chief Barbara O'Connor

University of Connecticut

Inspector Ruth Roy

Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Deputy Chief Valerie Cunningham

Indianapolis Metro Police Department

Chief Dawn Tondini

Marion IL

Lieutenant Anna Richardson Griffin

Tampa FL

Commander Paula Balafas

University of Colorado – Boulder

Deputy Chief Shannon Trump

Noblesville Police Department

Chief Sonia Quinones

Hallandale Beach Police Department

Deputy Chief Kay Lokey

Metropolitan Nashville Police Department

Assistant Chief Deputy Gina Hawkins

Cobb County Sheriff's Office

Assistant Chief Deputy Gina Hawkins

Cobb County Sheriff's Office

Become part of the legacy—and help shape the future of law enforcement leadership.

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