Lance Brede

Lance Brede has over 29 years of experience in law enforcement. Lance recently joined the Fremont Police Department in 2022 as Deputy Chief of Police. Prior to that, they worked at the East Bay Regional Park District, where they held various roles including Police Captain, Police Lieutenant, Police Sergeant, Police Officer, and Police Services Aide from 1993 to 2022.

Lance Brede has a diverse educational background. Lance obtained a Master of Science (MS) degree in Organizational Leadership from Columbia Southern University, completing their studies from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, also from Columbia Southern University, from 2014 to 2016.

In 2014, Lance Brede obtained a certificate in Criminal Justice Education from the FBI National Academy, specifically from the University of Virginia. The field of study for this certificate is not provided.

Before pursuing higher education, Lance Brede attended California State University - East Bay from 1996 to 1999. Although the degree name is not specified, they studied Mass Communication/Media Studies during their time there. Additionally, they earned an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies from Ohlone College between 1993 and 1996.

In addition to their formal education, Lance Brede has several certifications. These include an Executive Development Certificate obtained from the California Police Chiefs Association in May 2022, as well as the certifications Strategic and Succession Planning for Chiefs of Police and Seconds in Command, Succeeding as a Police Chief: Beyond the Basics, and Becoming a Police Chief, all obtained from the same institution in earlier years.

Furthermore, Lance Brede completed an Executive Development Course from California POST in December 2019 and attended the prestigious FBI National Academy in March 2014, earning a certification through the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Lance also obtained a Management Certificate from California POST in March 2014 and participated in the Sherman Block - Supervisory Leadership Institute offered by California POST in March 2009.

Although it is mentioned that Lance Brede holds an Accreditation Manager certification from CALEA, specific details about the obtained month and year are not provided.