Terry Nichols

CHIEF TERRY NICHOLS (Ret.), Executive Director, National Center for Integrated Emergency Response (NCIER)

As an innovative and visionary leader with over 33 years of experience in law enforcement, Chief Nichols (Ret.) has a proven track record of success in leadership, grant management, strategic planning, and the development of national-scale training programs and curricula. His accomplishments span not only operational management but also academic evaluation, showcasing a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.

He is widely recognized as an inclusive leader with a unique ability to bring together diverse groups, fostering collaboration to achieve common goals and earning the respect of stakeholders at all levels. As a published author and national curriculum developer, he has delivered impactful speeches and training on active threat event management, including training standards, civilian response strategies, and integrated response protocols between police, fire, and EMS.

Chief Nichols (Ret.) is a sought-after subject matter expert (SME) and presenter on police executive leadership development, law enforcement professionalism, officer safety strategies, and organizational leadership development, reflecting his deep commitment to advancing public safety and professional standards across the sector.