Michael J. Crowley
Columbia
Summary
Dynamic and results driven law enforcement executive with decades of work experience managing different law enforcement professionals in accredited police agencies. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, specializing in risk assessment, crisis response and incident management. Proven ability to lead security teams, implement comprehensive security protocols and mitigate threats effectively, demonstrating a commitment to enhancing organizational safety and security while optimizing resources.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inspector, Supervisor Organized Crime & Narcotics Unit/ABC Unit
Columbia Police Department
12.2020 - Current
- Managing daily operations of the Organized Crime and Narcotics unit.
- Provide operational oversight by ensuring smooth daily operations, maintain productivity, manage resources, and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Assign daily task, manage workloads, create schedules, and monitor progress to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met.
- Overseeing investigations related to the manufacture, distribution, and sale of controlled substances.
- Ensure compliance with legal standards, managing confidential informants, and supervising high-risk operations.
- Collaborate with State and Federal Law Enforcement Agencies
- Represent the Chief of Police on all matters related to alcohol enforcement, permit approval and nuisance activity.
- Advise the Chief of Police on Alcohol/Entertainment Division strategic initiatives.
- Created and enacted a five-year strategic plan for the Police Departments Entertainment Division.
- Lead City wide efforts on Alcohol Education, Prevention and Enforcement.
- Developing and implementing a new alcohol/entertainment division with in the Columbia Police department. Subject matter expert for the city.
- Re-organized the department’s organizational process on Alcohol Beverage Licensing and establishment location approval.
- Enhanced crime reduction strategies through innovative approaches, including data-driven policing, and community-based interventions that engage key stakeholders.
- Collaborate and work directly with the SC Department of Revenue on alcohol licensing and abatement.
- Developed relationships with business leaders and community advocates to promote public safety initiatives that support neighborhood well-being.
- Collaborate with other local and state Law Enforcement agencies to develop initiatives to assist with regulating the sale of alcohol in the community.
- Developed a partnership with the Lexington/Richland Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council to develop a proactive approach to fighting addiction in our community.
Chief of Police
Mecklenburg County ABC Board
08.2005 - 07.2019
- Direct and coordinate activities of the Mecklenburg County ABC Board’s Law Enforcement Division.
- Responsible for the development and oversight of the Law Enforcement Division’s $2.7 million annual budget.
- Communicate and cultivate working relationships with Customers, Community organizations and Community Service Providers.
- Annually instruct team members on Conflict Resolution and De-escalation strategies
- Coordinate and consult with local, state and federal public safety agencies to develop positive working partnerships that address public health and public safety issues that concern employees, customers, physical properties and the community.
- Worked in partnership with the five College and University Police Departments in the Mecklenburg County Community and implemented strategies that have a positive effect on Public Health and Safety on our campuses of higher education.
- Obtained and managed awarded Federal grants for Alcohol initiatives in the community.
- Responsible for the security and safety of all employees and customers who maybe working or visiting one of the ABC Board’s 34 retail stores or office location.
- Interface with Store Operations Director, Finance Director, Human Resources Director and Alcohol Education Director for meeting the Board’s Vision and Values to create positive relationships with employees and customers.
- Maintained excellent knowledge of industrial security practices and technology, including camera systems and other electronic systems.
- A history of proactive outreach and engagement, with a commitment to visibility across all levels of the department, ensuring associates and officers feel heard, supported, and valued.
- Twice, formulated a five-year Strategic Plan for the Law Enforcement Division during my tenure.
- Followed evidence based programming to deliver affective and efficient customer service.
- Created the Substance abuse, Training and Awareness for Youth (STAY) program, which collaborated with the Charlotte Mecklenburg School System. ABC Officers delivered a state approved curriculum to sixth, seventh and eighth grade health classes on the dangers of alcohol, drugs and making positive life choices.
- Developed and implemented Operation Safe Streets. The goal/mission was to interdict impaired drivers before they made the decision to operate a motor vehicle. Arrest was not the purpose of this initiative. The program would find safe transportation for all these individuals.
- Maintained the ability to liaison and partnership with political entities on the state and local level.
- Collaborated with the North Carolina ABC Commission as a member of the Governor’s underage drinking task force.
Security Representative (Southeast Region)
National Football League (NFL)
01.2018 - Current
- Provide game day security for visiting NFL teams, NFL Game Officials and representing the National Football League with monitoring stadium security and executive protection services.
- Ensure best practices. Participate in audits of stadium security, surrounding areas and other game day services that pertain to public safety and public health. Represent the National Football League on sensitive investigations and private matters, with the ability to prepare investigations for higher review.
- Event Security: Plan, coordinate, and execute security for games and major events
- Asset Protection: Ensure the safety of players, personnel, and venues
- Operational Security: Manage access control systems, conduct surveillance, and implement stadium security “best practices”.
- Investigative Services: Conduct and review detailed investigations of incidents or alleged improper conduct.
- Liaison: Coordinate with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies.
- Risk management: Develop emergency/business continuity plans and conduct threat assessments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of South Carolina
Columbia SCBachelor of Science - Certified Sport Security Professional, CSSP 2025
National Center For Specter Sports Safety And Security
Columbia, SC2025
No Degree - Senior Management Institute for Police, 2023 Session 86
Police Executive Research Forum (PERF)
Boston01-2023
Bachelor of Science - Special Basic Law Enforcement, Class 1 Enforcement Certification
South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
Columbia, SC01-2021
No Degree - North Carolina Command College
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Charlotte01-2019
Bachelor of Science - Training and Standards Instructor Certification
North Carolina Department of Justice
Raleigh01-2000
Criminal Justice Training Education and Training Standards Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate
State of North Carolina Department of Justice
01-1998
Basic Law Enforcement Education Certification
North Carolina Department of Justice
01-1988
Skills
Leadership
Conflict resolution
Problem solving
Communication
Attention to detail
Teamwork
Accomplishments
- Transformed organization by rebuilding standards and practices from the ground up.
- Achieved excellent quality of life improvements through community/neighbor partnerships.
Affiliations
- North Carolina Police Executive Association
- International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP)
- North Carolina Alcohol Beverage Control Officers Association
- Police Executive Research Forum (PERF)
- South Carolina Law Enforcement Officers Association
- NCS4, The University of Southern Mississippi
- College Football Official (Southeastern Conference, SunBelt Conference, Southern Conference)
Certification
- Police Executive Research Forum - Senior Management Institute for Policing (SMIP) - 2023
- Certified Sports Security Professional - The University of Southern Mississippi - 2025
- Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate, State of North Carolina - 1998
Timeline
Inspector, Supervisor Organized Crime & Narcotics Unit/ABC Unit
Columbia Police Department
12.2020 - Current
Security Representative (Southeast Region)
National Football League (NFL)
01.2018 - Current
Chief of Police
Mecklenburg County ABC Board
08.2005 - 07.2019
Criminal Justice Training Education and Training Standards Advanced Law Enforcement Certificate
State of North Carolina Department of Justice
Basic Law Enforcement Education Certification
North Carolina Department of Justice
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Science - Certified Sport Security Professional, CSSP 2025
National Center For Specter Sports Safety And Security
No Degree - Senior Management Institute for Police, 2023 Session 86
Police Executive Research Forum (PERF)
Bachelor of Science - Special Basic Law Enforcement, Class 1 Enforcement Certification
South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
No Degree - North Carolina Command College
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Bachelor of Science - Training and Standards Instructor Certification
North Carolina Department of Justice