Shari Forward

Shari Forward is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in law enforcement and crisis management. Currently, Shari serves as a Crisis Trainer at The Gulf Coast Center and holds a part-time position as a Special Investigator for the Galveston County District Attorney's Office. As the Executive Director and Team Leader of the Galveston County CISM Team, Shari provides critical support to emergency service personnel. Shari also operates Forward Blueline Ventures, LLC as an Instructor and Consultant and contributes as a member of the FBI National Academy Associates. Previous roles include Project Manager for the Galveston County Complex Coordinated Terrorist Attack Grant Project and Captain in the Friendswood Police Department. Shari's educational background includes a Bachelor of Business Administration from Northcentral University and an Associate of Science in Animal Behavior from Moorpark College.