Integrity, fairness, commitment, and accountability are crucial values for the Florida Sheriffs Association and foundational for their 2024 Florida Sheriffs Academy. This specialized course guides newly-elected Florida sheriffs in obtaining these values and provides an exceptionally informative and educational experience that is essential for the next generation of leaders. From December 8-13, 2024, current Florida sheriffs, association staff, and subject matter experts facilitated this training and provided opportunities for the new sheriffs to participate in crucial education tracks, network with many of Florida’s leaders, and learn best practices from sheriffs around the state.

“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the 10 newly appointed sheriffs across our great state. As law enforcement leaders in your communities, you are entrusted with the vital responsibility of protecting and serving with integrity, courage and dedication,” said Charlotte County Sheriff and FSA President Bill Prummell. “I look forward to working with you and, together with our fellow sheriffs, we will continue to uphold the values of justice, safety, and service to all Floridians.”

The Florida Sheriffs Academy provides a comprehensive curriculum, offering programs to strengthen participants’ leadership skills, business and personal ethics, management training, and fostering growth in the law enforcement profession. The 10 new sheriffs participated in a variety of professional development trainings including mentoring sessions, leadership training, communications and public relations, as well as gaining a better understanding of the state’s legislative process. The Academy provides the information and tools to create a thorough understanding of every aspect of each sheriff’s community.

The Florida Sheriffs Association congratulates the following graduates of the 2024 Florida Sheriffs Academy:

• Sheriff-elect Chad Scott, Alachua County
• Sheriff-elect Michael Bryant, Calhoun County
• Sheriff-elect David Vincent, Citrus County
• Sheriff-elect Wallace Kitchings, Columbia County
• Sheriff-elect Brian Creech, Hamilton County
• Sheriff-elect Dusty Arnold, Liberty County
• Sheriff-elect John Budensiek, Martin County
• Sheriff-elect Rosie Cordero-Stutz, Miami-Dade County
• Sheriff-elect Richard Del Toro, St. Lucie County
• Sheriff-elect Patrick Breeden, Sumter County

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About Florida Sheriffs Association
The Florida Sheriffs Association is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 corporation made up of the Sheriffs of Florida, approximately 3,000 business leaders and 100,000 citizens throughout the state. Founded in 1893, FSA has steadfastly served the citizens of Florida by supporting the needs of the state’s law enforcement community. Through the Florida Sheriffs Association, Sheriffs are given a forum to address lawmakers to push for positive changes in Florida’s public safety arena. FSA also provides Sheriffs’ Offices much-needed programs such as affordable training, special task forces and legislative and legal services. Dedicated to the prevention of juvenile delinquency and the development of lawful, productive citizens, FSA has established and funded the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches with facilities throughout the state to help restore hope, fulfill dreams, and prepare boys and girls for the future. It has grown to be one of the largest and most successful state law enforcement associations in the nation. For more information on the Florida Sheriffs Association, visit www.flsheriffs.org.