Richard Laverty

Richard Laverty is an accomplished public safety professional with extensive experience in law enforcement and technology implementation. Currently serving as the Director of Implementation at Critical Response Group since July 2020, Laverty leads the integration of innovative public safety technologies into operations for various agencies. As a Managing Consultant at The Rodgers Group, LLC, Laverty has developed accreditation programs and online training for public safety technicians in New Jersey. Prior to these roles, Laverty spent nearly eight years with the New Jersey State Police, where responsibilities included directing large teams of detectives and analysts, overseeing the NJ Regional Operations Intelligence Center, and developing training programs for new recruits. Laverty holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Northeastern University, a Master of Arts in Administration & Supervision from Seton Hall University, and completed the Executive Leadership Program at the Naval Postgraduate School.