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About Josh Ball

Josh Ball is a leadership strategist, security executive, and former Chief of Police who has led high-performing teams across the pro sports, major sporting events, and complex public-safety environments. As Senior Director of Safety & Security for a professional football team, his work spans stadium operations, crisis planning, organizational resilience, leadership development, and large-scale event execution—including NFL games, NCAA events, concerts, and international tournaments.

He is the founder of Leadership Prepared™, Safeguard365™, and Josh Ball Presents, delivering coaching, training, and strategic consulting to organizations seeking clarity, readiness, and high-accountability culture. His writing and teaching focus on purpose-driven leadership, change management, and safety and security as business enablers.

Josh is a sought-after speaker, author, and trainer known for blending real-world experience with clear, actionable guidance that empowers teams to perform under pressure.

Fast Facts

Current Role: Senior Director of Safety & Security
Specialties: Leadership development, crisis management, security program design, organizational resilience
Founder of: Leadership Prepared • Safeguard365™ • Josh Ball Presents
Known For: High-stakes decision-making frameworks, security-readiness systems, and transformational leadership coaching
Industries: Sports & entertainment, public safety, aviation, emergency management, government, private sector
Speaking Topics: Leadership under pressure, transitioning from public service, security as a value driver, crisis readiness
Media Availability: Interviews, expert commentary, op-eds, podcasts, and speaking engagements

Topics Josh Can Speak On

Leadership & Organizational Culture
How to create clarity, accountability, and resilience in high-pressure environments.
Crisis Management & Decision-Making Under Pressure
Lessons learned from stadium operations, emergency response, and high-stakes leadership.
Security & Preparedness in Sports and Venue Operations
Threats, crowd dynamics, integrated command, and modern event safety.
Transitioning from Public Service to the Private Sector
Identity, purpose, and skill translation for former law enforcement and first responders.
Building Security Programs that Add Business Value
KPIs, OKRs, SAFETY Act alignment, and executive communication.

Josh Ball brings real-world expertise from the sports, aviation, law enforcement, and major-event security to help audiences understand leadership, crisis management, and operational readiness like never before. He provides fast, credible, media-ready commentary on leadership under pressure, organizational resilience, public safety, and emerging security challenges.