Taking a moment here to express our great appreciation and admiration for Rich Kay, one of our longest-serving law enforcement Trainers. For 30 years, Richard has traveled the world teaching ASP principles, tactics and techniques, and certifying surely thousands of new Instructors. Thank you, Rich, for your decades of dedication, and best wishes for the next chapter.
After 30 years representing ASP on the international stage, it is with much pride, and a little regret, that I announce my retirement as an ATC. From my initial AIC certification (Australia, 1994), through to my ATC certification (Belgium, 2001), it has been an honour and privilege to serve the public safety community as an ASP Trainer for law enforcement tactical response training. When I started there was only baton, but over the years ASP has introduced handcuffs & Tri-folds, flashlights and OC spray, all uniquely integrated into a seamless and efficient training program that truly promoted the ASP motto, "protecting those who protect...". Highlights of my 30 years' service include: - Trained in Belgium, USA, Hong Kong, Portugal, Spain, France & Australia - Selected for lead trainer cadre for international ATC (Spain, 2014) - Served as member of the ASP International Board of Examiners (2011-2017) - Awarded 2 Outstanding Trainer 100% plaques (2009, 2010) - Awarded ASP Eagle statue in recognition of service to BOE (2019) - Awarded ASP trainer watch to signify 20 years as an ATC (2021) - Awarded 18k gold plated baton from ASP to commemorate 30 years of service (2024) My thanks extend to all the ASP community for their guidance, support and friendship, including (but certainly not limited to), Dr Kevin Parsons, David Bachi, and all my ATC colleagues from across the globe. I will miss the training and comradery, but I step aside knowing I gave my best and am happy with my efforts. The baton (pun intended) is hereby passed to Sean Graydon, who recently certified as an ATC (Estonia, 2024). I will continue to play an active role as an AIC to support Sean as he progresses ASP into the future in Australia. Thanks again, and best wishes to all. EFNQ