For more than three decades, David Berez has dedicated his life to building safer communities and serving others. After starting his public service at age 14 as a volunteer EMT, he interned with the New York City Medical Examiner’s Officer following graduation from college and then became a Police Officer. During his law enforcement career with the East Windsor Police Department in New Jersey, he has served the public in many capacities, including: Primary Officer-In-Charge, Field Training Officer, the elite Pro-Active Squad, Bike Patrol Officer, DARE Instructor, Evidence Technician, Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) and multiple detachments to the Investigative Services for Special Assignments. David is a court recognized Expert Witness in multiple jurisdictions for his knowledge and expertise in drug related DUI cases. He also served in a number of special detachments, the most notable include rescue efforts at the Ground Zero World Trade Center Site following the terror attacks on September 11, 2001, the New Jersey Drug Recognition Expert Association, the Mercer County Rapid Response Partnership (Regional Active Shooter Response), the Violent Crimes Task Force and as a School Resource Officer. Highly-decorated during his time in law enforcement, David’s dedication earned him his department’s Grand Cordon Medal, multiple Honorable Service Medals, Unit Citations and Life Saving Medals. He also received multiple Service Medals from MADD for his tenacity for removing intoxicated drivers from our roadways. David has been a member of the Police Unity Tour since 2011 following the Line of Duty death of a close friend. For his work and leadership with the Police Unity Tour, David was awarded the Superintendent of the Maryland State Police Commendation for contribution to the citizens of Maryland and the Maryland State Police in 2020. David holds a B.A. in Social Sciences from Hofstra University with a concentration in Criminal Justice and is a graduate of the Ocean County Police Academy, Class #72. He was trained as a Drug Recognition Expert in 2007 and served in that capacity until 2019, upon his retirement from active duty. David is also a trained Emergency Manager and currently serves as the OEM Coordinator in Hopewell, NJ. David is also a certified Resiliency Program Officer and Master Resiliency Trainer who works with others to live a life of purpose and supports LEOs and veterans who are suffering with their own mental health and career transitions. He is a facilitator with Resilient Minds on the Front Lines and is a consultant for the State of New Jersey’s Resiliency Program. David is a lead facilitator, mentor and Storyteller with The Power of Our Story and has been a featured guest on many podcasts. Most recently, David has been appointed to the Law Enforcement Advisory Council of Citizens Behind the Badge. David is also an internationally published writer on topics of Law Enforcement, mental health and current events. David is a married father of three who enjoys cycling, hiking, skiing, kayaking and most of all, family time.