Official FRONTLINE HEALING FOUNDATION Advocates

With almost 20 years of experience as a patrol officer, investigator, and member of both proactive street crimes unit and a High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) team, Michael has seen firsthand the demands and challenges of law enforcement. Throughout his career, he’s built strong investigative and tactical skills, along with the ability to operate effectively in high-pressure situations.

Now serving as a Peer Support Officer, Michael draws on his own journey with mental health and alcohol recovery to support fellow officers—helping to break stigma, build resilience, and foster a culture of support within his department and across Texas

Brad Waudby is a Detective in Northern New Jersey with more than 18 years of law enforcement experience. Throughout his career, he has served in specialized units investigating organized crime, narcotics trafficking, sex crimes and child abuse, and major crimes. He was also a member of the County Regional SWAT Team, where he served as a breacher. Brad now serves as a county coordinator for the Officer Resiliency Program, leading efforts to strengthen officer wellness and coordinating joint law enforcement and clinical responses to mental health calls for service.

Brad is a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Law. He went on to receive a master’s degree in administrative science and is currently pursuing a Master of Social Work at Ramapo College. In addition, Brad is a Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor Intern at a substance abuse treatment facility, where he works directly with first responders and veterans. Drawing from his own experience in recovery, he is dedicated to helping others in these professions seek treatment, break the stigma of mental health, and find hope in healing.

Brad chose to become part of the Frontline Healing Foundation because he believes deeply in its mission to provide support, connection, and resources to those who dedicate their lives to serving others. Having seen firsthand the toll that trauma, stress, and stigma can take on first responders and veterans, Brad is committed to using his voice and his experience to ensure that no one has to struggle alone.

Outside of his professional work, Brad enjoys spending time outdoors. One of his greatest joys is fly-fishing with his two sons, JJ and Tommy.

Keith Shibley is a twenty-year veteran of law enforcement and currently serves as a K-9 handler with the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Police Department’s Explosive Detection Unit, a position he has held since January 2020.

Keith began his law enforcement career in 2002 after graduating from the Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Academy, serving as a patrol officer with the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Police Department. In 2003, he joined the Richmond City Police Department, where he also served as a patrol officer. During his time in Richmond, he received both a Department Citation and an Excellent Duty Citation.

In 2007, Keith returned to Northern Virginia and rejoined the Airports Authority Police Department. As a patrol officer, he served as a Field Training Officer, Evidence Technician, and Firearms Instructor, earning two Lifesaving Awards from Loudoun County for his actions in the line of duty.

By 2011, Keith transitioned to the role of Detective and was assigned to the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force in Washington, D.C. There, he investigated both domestic and international terrorism cases. He attended multiple undercover training programs and worked on cases involving both in-person and online operations. Keith also responded to several critical incidents, including the Navy Yard active shooter in 2013, where his actions earned him the Medal of Valor. His casework and service were further recognized with multiple honors, including the International Association of Chiefs of Police Award, the Public Service Award from the Eastern District of Virginia’s U.S. Attorney’s Office, and The Shield Award from the Anti-Defamation League.

In 2018, with the encouragement of his wife and children, Keith sought help through an inpatient rehabilitation program for mental health and substance use challenges. After completing the program and achieving sobriety, he began speaking out about substance abuse in law enforcement.

Today, he serves on his department’s Peer Support Team and shares his story at police academies, first responder conferences, in-service trainings, and the FBI National Academy, helping others understand the importance of seeking help and breaking the stigma around mental health.

Lloyd has been a Law Enforcement Officer since January of 2004 and has served in numerous roles throughout his agency, currently serving in an administrative position as a Lieutenant overseeing the Training Division and the Emergency Communications Center.

Throughout his career, Lt. McNelly has had the opportunity to serve his community through various different assignments and also doubles as his Borough’s Emergency Management Coordinator. In 2019, Lloyd had the honor of being selected onto his County’s Special Operations(SWAT) team, and he is still serving in that capacity as well.

Trained in Crisis Intervention and Negotiations, Lloyd will assist all who need it, but truly believes in the importance of developing and maintaining a quality mental health program for all first responders and military.

Lloyd has been married to his wife for over 20 years and they have two children.