In this conversation, Kurtis Christoforides, the Chief Executive of Police Now, discusses his background in policing, the foundation and evolution of Police Now, and its role in the UK police recruitment landscape. He emphasizes the importance of attracting diverse talent to policing and the organization’s contributions to the police uplift program. The conversation also touches on the future direction of Police Now and its ongoing commitment to leadership development within the police force.
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Takeaways
- Kurtis Christoforides has a background as a police officer in the Met.
- Police Now was established to improve police recruitment and service.
- The organization aims to attract diverse talent to policing careers.
- Police Now started as a project within the Metropolitan Police.
- The charity has grown to support police forces across the UK.
- The police uplift program significantly impacted recruitment efforts.
- Police Now focuses on training leaders within the police force.
- The organization was founded by a group of innovative police officers.
- Kurtis emphasizes the importance of public service in policing.
- The future of Police Now includes further development and expansion.
Sound Bites
- “It’s a fantastic job, very challenging.”
- “Started by three people and a dog.”
- “What’s the plan for the future?”
Chapters
00:00 – Introduction to Police Now and Kurtis Christoforides
03:04 – Kurtis Christoforides’s Journey in Policing
06:09 – The Foundation of Police Now
09:03 – Growth and Development of Police Now
12:00 – Police Now’s Role in the Uplift Program
14:54 – Looking Ahead: The Future of Police Now
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