Jennifer Knight
Jennifer Knight in Columbus, Ohio
Jennifer Knight, Deputy Police Chief in Columbus, Ohio, is known for dynamic leadership, innovative community engagement, and excellence in the field of law enforcement.
After earning a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Ms. Knight worked full-time while attending law school at Capital University. Upon graduation, she obtained her Juris Doctor and was granted the National Women’s Law Association Award of Excellence.
Promoting quality leadership and communication in the field of law enforcement, Ms. Knight is a strong advocate for women within the profession. She is passionate about community engagement and has implemented several innovative projects designed to connect the agency with local citizens. She also participates in community events such as Shop With a Cop, Books and Badges, fundraising running events, and community Thanksgiving food donations.
Ms. Knight is passionate and active in human trafficking prevention and supports nonprofits that assist trafficking victims. Her efforts include developing educational materials, writing legislation, and scaling a 38-story building to raise money for GraceHaven, a local non-profit providing shelter, and support services for human trafficking survivors.
In her free time, Ms. Knight trains for the more than thirty road races, from 5Ks to marathons, that she runs annually. She spends weekends with her husband and family and is an avid Ohio State football fan.
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