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The Chief.
A police officer since 1992, Tim has had many different roles during his career with the Detroit Lakes, MN Police Department – DARE Instructor, Patrol Sergeant, Investigative Sergeant, K-9 Handler, and Chief of Police from 2011 – 2016. Tim retired in November 2016 after 24 ½ years in law enforcement and three years as a correctional officer in Clay County, MN.
Like everyone else, Tim faces the challenges of balancing family life with the rigors of his career and trying to keep himself physically, mentally, and spiritually healthy. The emotional roller coaster of police work started to catch up with him during his tenure as Chief of Police, and it reached a critical point when his friend and partner took his own life in 2012.
Tim with his wife (Denise) and three sons (left to right: Isaac, Josh and Luke) after being sworn in as the Chief of Police in Detroit Lakes, MN in 2011.
The Speaker.
Tim has been speaking across the country about his career, life experiences, and his leadership journey for several years. He now finds himself taking his motivational message to the street: speaking on the challenges we face in finding the life-harmony between professional and personal challenges, especially when emotions are at their highest.
He is passionate about sharing his life’s lessons to help individuals work through critical thinking moments in their life, to recognize the tools needed to orchestrate a rhythm for success and the value of finding balance in each day.
The Award-Winning Entertainer.
Tim has entertained audiences for over two decades through his musical talent, adding his unique humorous improv style and creating an experience like no other. For four straight years (2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023), Tim was voted “Best Local Live Music (Band or Solo Artist)” in the Detroit Lakes area.
Having performed hundreds of shows, the Off Duty Chief now combines his powerful message with his talent for engaging audiences of all ages and demographics, resulting in life lessons that will stay in your mind like your favorite song.
When Tim is off the grid from speaking and entertaining, he and his wife Denise live in the northern Minnesota lake community of Detroit Lakes.
Tim Jamming on his Taylor 614!
How Tim finds his Rhythm…
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