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Matt Davis

Founder of TrueBold, LLC
Matt Davis is a transformational law enforcement leader and founder of TrueBold LLC, who has dedicated his career to revolutionizing leadership through empathy and authentic connection. With over 14 years of experience in law enforcement, Matt currently serves as a Lieutenant supervising a team of 4 sergeants and 50+ deputies.  His distinguished career includes roles as a Special Investigations Unit officer, working as a crisis negotiator on the Special Weapons and Tactics Negotiation Team, and collaborating with federal agencies, including the DEA, Homeland Security, FBI, and U.S. Secret Service. His exceptional service earned him a Meritorious Service award for his work on the Rich Boy Gang Task Force. A rising voice in leadership development, Matt has built a substantial following of over 11,000 professionals on LinkedIn, where he shares insights on emotional intelligence, adaptability, and creating high-trust environments. His expertise has made him a sought-after podcast guest, appearing on many shows in the past year to discuss leadership transformation and organizational development.
Breakout Session 11:00am - 11:45am

Monday September 8th

From Badge to Brand: Building Trust Through Digital Leadership

Three years ago, I started my LinkedIn journey with zero followers and a simple mission: to revolutionize leadership in law enforcement through authentic connection. Today, with over 11,000 followers and countless meaningful relationships built, I'm excited to share how I transformed my law enforcement experience into a platform for positive change. In this keynote, I'll take you through my personal journey of building trust in the digital space while maintaining the integrity of our profession. You'll learn how I leveraged storytelling and emotional intelligence to bridge the gap between law enforcement and our communities, creating content that resonates while respecting operational security. Whether you're a patrol officer or police chief, I'll show you how to amplify your leadership voice and create lasting impact through strategic social media presence. Join me as I share the exact strategies that helped me build a thriving professional community, and discover how you can use LinkedIn to foster understanding, share valuable insights, and lead with authenticity in our digital age.