Buffalo Grove police Deputy Chief Brian Spolar graduated from a session of the FBI National Academy recently, according to an announcement on the village website, completing courses related to intelligence, terrorism and more that police department leaders tout as a boost to professional growth.
According to the June 20 announcement, Spolar completed a 10-week program at the academy in Quantico, Virginia, which provided him the opportunity to train with law enforcement officials from around the world.
“This is a very proud time for our organization and is a testament to Deputy Chief Spolar’s commitment to excellence and professional growth,” Buffalo Grove police Chief Brian Budds stated.
The National Academy provides coursework in intelligence theory, terrorism and terrorist mindsets, management science, law, behavioral science, law enforcement communication and forensic science,officials explained.
Spolar’s cohort at the National Academy consisted of men and women from 46 states and the District of Columbia and included members of law enforcement agencies from 24 countries, five military organizations and six federal civilian organizations, the village announcement states.
“Congratulations to Deputy Chief Spolar on this great accomplishment and graduation from the FBI National Academy,” stated Budds, also a graduate of the National Academy.
According to the website, participants must have proven records as professionals within their agencies and be nominated to attend the training. On average, those selected to attend have 21 years of law enforcement experience in their fields.
“The knowledge (Spolar) has gained will be incredibly valuable and will continue to drive strategic innovation within the organization,” Budds stated on the website.
Spolar began his career with the Buffalo Grove Police Department in 1996 as a community service officer before being sworn in as a police officer in September 1996, the website states.
Officials explained on the website that during Spolar’s 27 years of service he made his way through the ranks including corporal in 2003, sergeant in 2012 and lieutenant in 2020 before becoming deputy chief in February 2023.
