Catherine Smit-Torrez is a seasoned law enforcement professional with a diversified background that spans over 30 years. She studied Criminal Justice at Rio Salado and Executive Leadership & Management - Law Enforcement at Sam Houston State University. Catherine has worked as the Chief of Police at Cockrell Hill Police Department and Police Captain at White Settlement ISD Police, among other roles in various law enforcement agencies. In addition, Catherine is an expert in emergency management and preparedness, community policing, and policies & procedures. She is also a Private Investigator and Texas Certified Investigator. Catherine has served as the President of Texas Association of Licensed Investigators (TALI) and has spoken publicly on various topics related to law enforcement, investigations, and security. She is a writer, public speaker, and security consultant who specializes in Civil Disorder and Interviews Victims of Physical and Sexual Abuse.