Founder & CEO
Retired Law Enforcement Officer
954-290-6433
Ben@BlueShieldWealth.com
Ben followed in his father’s footsteps and entered law enforcement for one reason: to help and protect others. Having served in numerous positions throughout his law enforcement career, including Emergency Services Team, Evidence Technician, Accident Reconstructionist, Traffic Unit Lead, Public Information Officer, and others, Ben decided to continue giving back to the profession in a new light. He focused on protecting those who protect us. His mission is simple: to leave the profession in a better place than when he left.
Ben firmly believes in the power of dreaming big. As a lifelong learner dedicated to self-improvement-physically, mentally, academically and mentally-he understands the importance of setting and achieving goals. His passion lies in helping others do the same.
Ben is happily married to his wife, Lindsay, and they are proud parents to five (soon to be six) amazing children: Ben II, Jackson James, Lillian Rose, Madison Grace, Jameson Alexander, and Maisie Noelle (due in September). His parents have provided unwavering support throughout his journey, and he is forever grateful for their love and guidance. Together, my family and I cherish exploring new destinations, indulging in diverse cuisines, and embracing new experiences.
Ben continues to seek to help officers of all levels and is excited to launch a new training program and book, focused on leadership: The Five Pillars of Command Leadership.
“Command” often brings to mind rank: sergeant, lieutenant, captain, chief. But if you’ve spent any time in this profession, you know:
- Rank does not guarantee leadership.
- Some of the most influential people in the agency have no stripes or bars.
- Some of the most senior leaders struggle to lead themselves.
Command leadership as used in this book means self-command first:
- the ability to control your actions when your emotions are screaming,
- the discipline to submit to standards even when no one is watching,
- the willingness to accept responsibility instead of making excuses,
- the courage to do the right thing in the moment when it’s costly.
If you cannot command yourself, your authority over others will always be fragile. At some point, stress, temptation, fatigue, or ego will find the cracks. Self-command is not a personality trait you either have or don’t. It’s something you can build deliberately, brick by brick, over a career.