Mobile Tech Spotlight

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Recruiting and Retaining the Badge
Episode 22
Saturday, 13 September, 2025

Law enforcement agencies nationwide are facing one of their toughest challenges: recruiting new officers and retaining the ones they already have. In this special workforce edition of Mobile Technology Spotlight, sponsored by Samsung Electronics and presented by Public Safety Insight, Scot Haug sits down with two leaders who bring unique perspectives on solving this crisis.GuestsColin Whittington – CEO of Recruiting Heroes LLC, nationally recognized expert helping law enforcement officers and veterans transition into fulfilling careers, while advising agencies on strategies to attract and retain top talent.Keith Redlin – Head of Public Sector and Safety at Samsung Electronics and Reserve Deputy Sheriff at Oakland County Sheriff’s Office, with expertise on how technology can support recruitment, retention, and officer wellness.Topics CoveredWhy recruiting and retention have become such a challenge in recent yearsWhat today’s recruits expect from law enforcement careersThe top reasons officers are leaving the professionInnovative recruitment strategies that agencies are using successfullyHow technology and digital outreach can strengthen recruiting effortsBuilding agency cultures that encourage long-term careersLessons from the private sector that law enforcement can adoptImmediate steps leaders can take to address staffing shortagesA direct message to officers feeling burned out or undervaluedKey TakeawayRecruiting and retaining quality officers isn’t just a staffing challenge — it’s a public safety priority. Agencies must adapt with innovative strategies, supportive cultures, and smart use of technology to keep communities safe and officers engaged.Sponsored bySamsung Electronics — committed to supporting public safety through technology, data, and innovation.