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E DI T OR ' S L O G Finding value where you least expect it LAW MEDIA Editorial Director Frank Borelli Editors Sara Schreiber Jonathan Kozlowski Contributing Editors Lindsey Bertomen Carole Moore Art Director Bobbi Burow I recently attended a police sniper training day just a few miles down the road from our offices. During my visit, I got some pictures and chatted with a few highly knowledgable individuals who are reinventing law enforcement SWAT protocol. One thing I learned: even with the best training coming down the line, many SWAT teams struggle to acquire the gear that makes sense for the mission. The truth is, not everyone can up and buy the latest and greatest. Outfitting an agency can be a lot like running a household—the only way to get things going is to save money and prioritize. And then you can usually count on an 'unanticipated expense' or two cropping up and changing the whole game plan. It's still fun to look. And guess what? Where you look can make a difference. This month firearms training vet Dennis Haworth decided it was time to shop. And rather than hop online or head to the nearest 'we do everything' place, he thought it might be more fun to seek out alternative venues. Sure, buying online is easy. You might also get a great deal. But there's still a lot to be said for buying local. Where do we begin? Perhaps Haworth was most surprised of all to find top quality leather holsters from a true artisan, or some really expertise fire- Sara Schreiber Editor For questions, news tips and comments, e-mail editor@letonline.com. 6 CYGNUS Law Enforcement Technology arms training just miles from his home. There are so many great reasons to support nearby business men and women. Yes, you'll stimulate your local economy. You might also feel more connected to the product. Like Haworth, there's a chance you'll probably meet some great people with true talents and expertise! When it comes time to pull the trigger (sorry about that) and finally make that next purchase, why not take a look Media Production Representative Connie Heffron Audience Development Manager Sharon Haberkorn Administrative Assistant Valerie Schmitt For subscription information or change of address please call (877) 382-9187 or (847) 559-7598, fax (800) 543-5055 or e-mail circ.LETmag@omeda.com. Integrated Media Consultants ...even with the best training coming down the line, many SWAT teams struggle to acquire the gear that makes sense for the mission. around your own stomping grounds first? You might be surprised by what you find, and the great people you'll meet. PS...going back to my morning with the snipers; if you want to see a fantastic organization that manages to do a lot of good with very little, check out Americansipers.org. This band of local, state and federal police snipers is supporting front line active military by providing gear and creature comforts in a pinch, so U.S. snipers and marksmen don't have to spend their own money and wait for extended periods to get the equipment they desperately need. In turn, those snipers overseas are passing down their expertise to law enforcement SWAT teams at home. Now that's a great trade if you ask me. ■June 2013 www.officer.com Scott Bieda, Executive Vice President of Public Safety & Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 547-7377 Ext. 2725 Michael George, Publisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 547-7377 Ext. 1143 Nick Palasini . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 547-7377 Ext. 1676 Kelly Bisco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 547-7377 Ext. 1360 Lindsey Gajewski. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 547-7377 Ext. 1354 Nikki Becker. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 547-7377 Ext. 1317 Classified Ad Sales (800) 547-7377 Ext. 1326 Classified Ad Fax: (920) 328-9003 List Rental Elizabeth Jackson, Merit Direct LLC (847) 492-1350 Ext. 18, Fax: (847) 492-0085 E-mail: ejackson@meritdirect.com Web site: meritdirect.com/cygnus Reprint Services To purchase article reprints please contact Nick Iademarco at Wright's Media at (877) 652-5295 Ext. 102 or e-mail niademarco@wrightsmedia.com. Cygnus Business Media 1233 Janesville Ave. Fort Atkinson, WI 53538 Phone: (800) 547-7377 Editorial e-mail: editor@letonline.com Fax: (920) 563-1702 Web site: www.officer.com Cygnus Business Media John French, Chief Executive Officer Paul Bonaiuto, Chief Financial Officer Ed Wood, Vice President of Human Resources Julie Nachtigal, Vice President of Audience Development Eric Kammerzelt, Vice President of Technology Curt Pordes, Vice President of Production Operations Ed Nichols, VP of Events