In this episode, Patrick welcomes Val Van Brocklin.
For over 30 years Val has been winning hearts, inspiring action and helping people find greater meaning in the work they do. She got here through a unique combination of skills, education, and “in the trenches” experience — all fueled by her own passion for people who have chosen to serve others. Val had a teaching career before she earned her law degree at the University of Virginia and stalked high adventure in Alaska – joining the Anchorage District Attorney’s Office.
She quickly became a senior trial attorney. Because of her notable work, Val was asked to join the state’s Office of Special Prosecution & Appeals where she had state-wide responsibility for cases that were so complex, they required specialized investigative and prosecution efforts. Val’s endeavors again caught attention.
She was recruited by the U.S. Attorney’s Office to prosecute complex white-collar crime, for which she received the FBI’s commendation. As a state and federal prosecutor for over 10 years, Val’s trial work sparked not only ample, local media coverage but was also featured nationally on:
- ABC’S PRIME TIME LIVE
- Discovery Channel’s Justice Files
- And in USA Today, The National Enquirer, and REDBOOK.
Throughout her career as a prosecutor, Val’s dynamic presentation style made her a frequently invited speaker for law enforcement and other professional and community groups. It also left her fielding many more speaking requests than she could possibly meet — prosecuting criminals is a full-time job. And so, another adventure presented itself.
Described by Calibre Press as “the indisputable master of entertainment,” Val is now an internationally sought keynote speaker, trainer, and author. Her training programs can be seen on the Law Enforcement Television Network, one of which won a prestigious 2000 Telly Award that honors outstanding cable television and the finest video and film productions.
Her Public Radio commentaries and stories include a 2005 national award winner.
Links & Resources
- You can find more of Val here
- Check out my article on mindset in Law Enforcement Today or read my latest blog post – Criminology vs. Criminal Justice
- Do you love coffee? You will love the coffee from Four Sigmatic.
Stay tuned for more great guests on the CJEvolution Podcast.
2 responses to “Ep. 276: Former prosecutor, Speaker, and Law Enforcement Trainer – Val Van Brocklin”
Hey Patrick and Listeners,
I just had to say what a great time I had with you during the podcast. You’ll be able to tell right away, nothing was rehearsed! I mean that in the best sense. Patrick kept me on my toes with probing questions and got me thinking about things I hadn’t thought about before — but he clearly had. Time ran out too quickly.
Thank you, Patrick, for an engaging and stimulating conversation. Thank you, men and women of the shield, for your service and sacrifice and for allowing me to humbly walk in your shadows for over 30 years.
Val Van Brocklin
Thank you for the amazingly dedicated determination in this very crucial area. Would very much appreciate talking with you! Have an important question.