In this episode of the Street Cop Podcast, Dennis Benigno, founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, engages in a candid conversation with Sophia. They explore Dennis’ remarkable transition from a police officer to a successful entrepreneur, sharing insights into the early days of Street Cop Training, his approach to finding the right instructors, and the secrets behind managing his time effectively. Dennis also reflects on his personal growth, offering advice for his younger self and new officers entering the field. Sophia chimes in with her perspectives on Dennis’s journey and achievements. Join us for a deep dive into the evolution of law enforcement training and the power of perseverance and vision in shaping the future of policing.

Timestamps:

00:00:00:00 - 00:00:46:13 Teaser 00:00:46:13 - 00:03:44:24 Intro 00:03:44:24 - 00:05:15:03 How did Dennis make the transition from Police Officer to Entrepreneur? 00:05:15:03 - 00:10:05:15 Did Dennis always want to be a cop? 00:10:05:15 - 00:14:09:24 How was Street Cop Training first received? 00:14:09:24 - 00:17:20:02 What does Dennis look for in instructors? 00:17:20:02 - 00:20:32:17 How does Dennis manage his time? 00:20:32:17 - 00:25:29:07 Who does Dennis trust to build on his ideas? 00:25:29:07 - 00:32:52:23 Being the best version of yourself 00:32:52:23 - 00:35:42:01 Dennis’ advice for his younger self 00:35:42:01 - 00:41:56:02 How did Dennis find people that matched his determination? 00:41:56:02 - 00:44:32:09 Did Dennis grow up around people in law enforcement? 00:44:32:09 - 00:46:15:18 Being cautious about which agencies you go to 00:46:15:18 - 00:53:25:04 Dennis’ advice to new Police Officers 00:53:25:04 - 00:59:50:14 The changes in law enforcement and public perception 00:59:50:14 - 01:02:26:20 Sophia’s thoughts on Dennis 01:02:26:20 - 01:02:42:13 Outro