From Left to right: Colonel Brian Woodring, Lieutenant Matthew Tuggle, Lieutenant Kyle Pfender, Major Ryan Brown, and Captain Jeffrey Lane.
Sarasota County Sheriff Kurt A. Hoffman is pleased to announce that two members graduated the XXXIV cohort of St. Leo University’s Command Officer Management Program on November 12.
Lieutenants Matthew Tuggle and Kyle Pfender participated in the 18-credit hour certificate program consisting of six courses over six months. The curriculum included administrative leadership, criminal justice ethics, human resources, and critical incident management.
“Investing in the continued education and professional development of our members strengthens our agency and enhances our ability to serve the community,” said Sheriff Kurt A. Hoffman. “As our members grow into leadership roles, the knowledge and skills gained through advanced training are invaluable in preparing them to meet the evolving challenges of law enforcement.”