Executive Director/Chief of Police (Ret.)
The Curve
San Mateo, California, United States
Chris is a founding board member & Executive Director of "The Curve," a non-profit leadership organization co-founded w/ Simon Sinek and forward thinking police chiefs and sheriffs from across the country. The Curve aims to provide inspiration, leadership development, and resources to modern minded leaders, with the goal of advancing police culture from within the profession. A retired Police Chief with over 30 years of public service in the San Francisco Bay Area, Chris previously led the Mountain View Police Dept. and later served as Undersheriff for San Mateo County, where he oversaw operations for a department serving more than 700,000 residents.
An internationally recognized speaker, writer, & leadership coach, Chris specializes in organizational culture, adaptive leadership, crisis management, and digital communication. He has authored national articles on modern policing and frequently appears on leadership podcasts and as a keynote for conferences. In addition to his role at The Curve, Chris co-chairs the IACP Human and Civil Rights Committee and is a Board Advisor for the University of Virginia Center for Public Safety and Justice.
Leading with Purpose: Building Adaptive, High-Trust Teams in Policing
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM MT