Regenna J Grier

I attribute my success to dedication, resilience, and a commitment to serving others. Being awarded the Ribbon of Valor for my service on January 6, 2021, was a profound honor that reflects my focus on courage, professionalism, and putting the safety of my community first.

Whatever you do in your career choice, do this to the best of your ability. whatever the task, big or small, take self out of the way, and complete the job, to the degree that would make your parents and children proud. To remain coachable and an asset, not a problem to management. My Father in Love, Mr. the late Johnny Grier, the 1st black NFL official.

These are the words I sewed into my Recruits and my children, at home, and when facilitating classes, and is could be used throughout any career. As you step into this profession, I want you to understand something, that will carry you farther than any badge, title, or paycheck, your charter. These are male dominated fields, (Financial services/Law Enforcement) and while you'll be challenged to prove your skill, you will be remembered for your integrity. Always protect if. Once you lose it, it is hard to regain. Whatever happens at home, leave it there. We all face personal challenges, but the workplace isn't the place to fight them. When you walk through those doors, you represent more than yourself, you represent your department, your organization, your family name, ant the community that trust you. Conduct yourself in a way that your name could never be the headline on the 6 o'clock news. Think before you act, and remember, one careless moment can destroy years of hard work and honor. Integrity is doing what's right when no one's watching. its choosing honesty when a shortcut looks easer. Its walking away from gossip, temptation, or anything that could compromise your good name. Build a reputation that speaks before you enter the room. Let people say, "that's someone I can trust." Because when the world changes, and it will, your integrity will keep you standing. Take pride in your professionalism, protect your peace, and never forget, you are not just doing a job, you are carrying a standard. And last but not the least, keep politics, sex, and religion discussions out of the workplace, and you will keep your power in your space. If any young person, or some more mature people, cross your path, they will tell you, this is what I instilled in them, and I stand by every word. I am here!

In Law Enforcement, my biggest challenge is helping officers understand that when they cross the line, the harm extends beyond themselves, it effects the entire Law Enforcement Officer community (LEO). For example, when one officer violates a citizen's rights, that citizen may carry the anger and mistrust into the future encounters, even with officers who had nothing to do with the incident, when you lose the community trust, it is hard to police effectively. The community's frustration is not always directed at the individual officer, but at the uniform and what it presents. This is why integrity, and accountability must remain at the heart of every officer's duty. In financial services, my greatest challenge is helping people understand that buying money for future hardships, through life insurance, can create prosperity and stability for future generations. My goal is to help families prepare before crisis strikes, so they don't have to face financial devastation while grieving the loss of a loved one. As the saying goes, "You can lead a horse to water, but you cannot make it drink." -John Heywood, A collection of Proverbs (1546)

The values most important to me are family, creativity, and personal wellbeing. I cherish my nine beautiful grandchildren, and I prioritize staying active and balanced through Pilates. I also find joy and expression in singing and poetry, which allow me to connect deeply with myself and others.