Jerry Thompson

Commander Jerry Thompson (Ret.)

William G. Thompson Jr. (Jerry) is a retired 31-year law enforcement veteran, having served with the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Jerry started as a cadet dispatcher and ended up as the Northeast Ohio LCS Unit Commander as an Ohio Peace Officers Training Instructor since 1986, providing instruction throughout Ohio.  In addition, served as a schoolteacher at the Mahoning County Career Technical Center, administering the Law Enforcement and Fire Safety Programs. Currently, with FBI-LEEDA, Jerry provides instruction in various topics focused on leadership. FBI-LEEDA has honored Jerry with the designation of Master Instructor because of his sustained in-class instruction.

Jerry, a continuous public servant, was raised in the inner-city of Youngstown, Ohio, in the early sixties and seventies by devout Christian parents who stressed hard work, common sense, personal responsibility, and respect for others.  This has played heavily in his success in life and within each organization he has served. Having the opportunity in 2019 to provide training to law enforcement and military personnel in Uganda – he declares the occasion as a Life Changing experience. Jerry believes that every individual wearing a law enforcement uniform must recognize themselves as a MASCOT for their respective organizations. He will commonly ask, "How well are you doing at representing your organization?" Jerry is married to Beatrice, and they have two grown daughters and four adorable grandchildren. 

Jerry holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management and a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership.  A graduate of Northwestern University Staff and Command School and currently completing a 2nd Master's in Education. He is certified by the Institute for Motivational Live and PeopleKeys™ in Advanced Behavioral Analysis and Team and Value “DISC” Training processes. Moreover, Jerry is an Arbinger Institute's – Developing and Implementing an Outward Mindset program trainer.

Course taught:  Blue Line Leadership