Surviving The Stop: Change The Atmosphere, Change The Outcome

Because relations between police officers and the African American community cannot survive band aid or chemotherapy type solutions: Healing is systemic. Surviving the Stop is a brilliant start to dialogue that must take place to begin the healing process for the Nation. Bobby F. Kimbrough, Jr. is an author, speaker and expert consultant in leadership, security concepts and safety measures. In fact, as a Retired Senior Special Agent with the U.S. Department of Justice, he provided safety and security detail in the aftermath of the 1996 Olympic bombings as well as the September 11 terrorist attacks. In Surviving the Stop, he reveals to you simple, yet powerful, thoughts and actions that help citizens and law enforcement officers achieve the Ultimate Goal – Survive the Stop. Kimbrough shares firsthand accounts and directives that help you: · Bridge the gap between law enforcement and community. · Illustrate the inner workings of an encounter with law enforcement. · Illuminate how things can escalate from a simple traffic stop to loss of life. · Define when and where you should actually put up a fight. · Understand how when you change the atmosphere, you change the outcome. Focusing on cause, effect and fault further deteriorates the unhealthy relationship between law enforcement and community. Whether you are a concerned mother, influential leader or law enforcement professional, all must approach Surviving the Stop from a systemic perspective. Living and working conditions, relationships with other people and mindset play a key role in the healing process. Everyone taking responsibility for their own actions inside and outside of a traffic stop is essential. This book guides you through valuable information that fosters improved health of the relationship between officers and citizens and ensures more lives are lived instead of lost.

Bobby is an internationally recognized security expert, law enforcement analyst, keynote speaker, and consultant. His programs, Surviving the Stop and Surviving the Shield, focused on bridging the gap between community and law enforcement, are used by law enforcement divisions, churches and community organizations throughout the country. His Beyond Midnight and Carpe Diem programs, which illuminate specific tenants to enhance leadership and overcome adversity, are used by colleges and universities, corporate entities and individuals. Kimbrough's expert analysis and words of inspiration can be heard on television programs and radio broadcasts throughout the country. Bobby's keen instinct and strategic approach can guide you to rapid results professionally and personally. As an African-American male in law enforcement for nearly 30 years, Kimbrough knows emphatically that there is a need for togetherness in this country. As a retired Senior Special Agent with the U.S. Department of Justice, he saw firsthand the debilitating fear in people's eyes after experiencing such horrific events as the September 11 terrorist attacks. Having worked in all 50 of the United States and abroad, he witnessed the devastating impact of poverty that causes people to do the unthinkable. Bobby has been in the trenches with people from all walks of life who fall prey and victim to the trap of drugs, crime and violence. Kimbrough was known throughout the region by local, state and federal law enforcement for his interview skills, techniques and results. As a Special Agent for the U.S. Department of Justice for more than 20 years, Kimbrough specialized in crimes against the government which includes organized crime, money laundering, drug trafficking and gangs. He was a certified Department of Justice Instructor with other certifications and trainings reserved for the U.S. government's most elite personnel. He uses that same skillset as well as training from his time at Quantico to position his audiences and clients for greatness. His insight blazes the path to enlightenment for maximum achievement as well as overcoming personal and professional obstacles. His work with local, national and international agencies has afforded him the opportunity to directly and indirectly impact the lives of millions.