
Spreading the Word on Wellness
During Brian Manley’s time as the Chief of the Austin Police Department, employee health and wellness was a top internal priority for his administration. Brian created the Health and Wellness Bureau and appointed a Director that held the same level as his Assistant Chiefs. He did this intentionally to highlight the importance of the Bureau. This alignment ensured the leadership of APD was aware of all situations related to employee health and wellness.
Brian’s dedication to the health and wellness of the officers in the Austin PD made him an excellent Police Chief and his experience creating an internal Health and Wellness Bureau made him a leading authority on the subject. It’s also why Brian saw a perfect fit with Off Duty Management’s core values of protecting and serving the brave men and women of law enforcement.
In addition to the usual responsibilities of being a company President, Brian uses this opportunity to spread the message of officer wellness and resiliency every chance he gets. On numerous occasions, he has been asked to speak about his experience developing the Health and Wellness Bureau and he helps agencies of all sizes understand that they can create a significant program with a similar focus.
Furthermore, Brian has leaned into the world of online communities with his very own podcast, Officer Wellness with Brian Manley, to reach more people in the law enforcement community. Each episode, Brian sits down with fellow law enforcement veterans and experts to discuss every facet of health and resiliency impacting officers today. He started this podcast in the hopes of spreading awareness, prompting more honest conversations, and encouraging officers who need help to get help.
Officer Wellness Podcasts | Season 2
With Retired Chief Brian Manley
Sherri Heichelbech
EP 1 & 2
Positive Coping Strategies
Sherri Heichelbech | Sheriff
Michael Sugrue
EP 3 & 4
Building Trust
Michael Sugrue | Author | Retired Police Sergeant
Barbara Rubel
Jason Palamara
EP 5 & 6
LEO Trauma
Barbara Rubel | Author | Keynote Speaker
Officer Wellness Podcasts | Season 1
With Retired Chief Brian Manley
Rick Randall
EP 1
PD Chaplain’s Perspective
EP 2
Wellness Program Roadblocks
Rick Randall | Retired LEO | Chaplain
Dr. Katherine Kuhlman
EP 3
LEO’s Mental Health
EP 4
Officer’s EAP
Dr. Katherine Kuhlman | Psychologist | Counsel
Jonni Reddick
EP 5
Agency Leadership
EP 6
LEO Self-Care Needs
Jonni Redick | Retired L.E. Mentor | Author
“I was looking for a way to continue serving the men and women of law enforcement and I found that opportunity with Off Duty Management. This company’s focus on protecting officers from the potential liabilities they face while working off-duty aligns with my commitment to officer wellness.”

President, Off Duty Management
Retired Chief, Austin, TX Police Department
Crisis Helplines Info
Crisis helplines ensure every officer who may need emotional support can speak with a qualified individual for help on any day at any time. These services are free and confidential.
Call 1-866-676-7500
Or Text BLUE to 741741
Call 1-800-273-8255
Call 1-800-COPLINE
Officer Wellness Speaking Engagements
Utah Chiefs of Police Association
March 28 – 31, 2022
St. George, UT
National Association of Women Law Enforcement Executives (NAWLEE)
April 19 – 22, 2022
Miami, FL
National Organization of Black Law Enforcement (NOBLE)
July 22 – 27, 2022
Orlando, FL
For more information about the Officer Wellness podcast, or if you’d like Brian to speak to your organization, please email: leoresources@offdutymanagement.com

This company’s focus on protecting officers from the liabilities they face while working off-duty aligns with my commitment to officer wellness.
Brian Manley
President, Off Duty Management
Retired Chief, Austin, TX Police Department
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