Matt Blair
Founder/CEO The Well

In 2012, Matt received his Masters in Divinity from McAfee School of Theology in Atlanta, GA. While Matt was in school he was also co- leading a church on Atlanta’s Southwest side. After graduating with a Masters in Christian education, Matt knew God was leading him and his wife to his hometown, Chicago.

Matt’s diverse background covers donor relations, sales, project management, children and youth ministry, and outreach ministry.

Matt continues to be encouraged and blessed by his wife Audra and his two kids Robert and Maggie.

Robin Kroll, PsyD
Brave Wellness Center

Dr. Robin Kroll is a Clinical Psychologist in independent practice with offices that serve Chicago as well as suburbs in Cook and Lake Counties. She has a special concentration in law enforcement, addiction and trauma, neurofeedback, clinical hypnosis, and EMDR. Board Certified in Police and Public Psychology, Dr. Kroll is the owner of BRAVE: Police and Public Safety Wellness Center (Chicago) and the Kroll Institute for Resiliency & Integrity. She works with police officers and other first responders in individual, group, and family settings for issues related to addiction, mood disorders, family and work-related matters, critical incidents and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. She is also experienced in fitness-for-duty evaluations and assessments, police arbitration, and expert testimony.

Dr. Kroll speaks at police and public safety conferences and implements stress management seminars for law enforcement agencies. She also consults with law enforcement agencies and assists with developing Officer Wellness programs. Additionally, Dr. Kroll facilitates a dual diagnosis group program for officers who struggle with alcohol and substance addiction and other co-occurring issues, a critical incident first responders’ group, and a general law enforcement meet-up group that discusses current and on-going issues in policing.

Ryan Clancy
“11337: Life is Always the Answer”

Ryan Clancy is 21 years old and comes from a law enforcement family. He is the youngest of 4 siblings, growing up on the Southside of Chicago with his sisters Melissa and Patsy, and his brother Timmy. His father, Tim, is a Chicago Police Lieutenant, and his mother, Ann, is a Chicago Police Dispatcher. He currently attends Ohio State University, where he is studying Finance and competes for the boxing team. He began his boxing career through Letz Box Chicago, and has found a true passion for the sport under the leadership of Dan Letz. The respect and discipline he has developed through boxing is something he feels this world desperately needs. His sister, Patricia Swank, was a 5th generation police officer who died by suicide on July 2nd, 2022. She lives on through her 5 year old son, Scottie. Since her death, Ryan has spread awareness for our officers and is bringing light to the mental health crisis they are facing. He has done numerous speeches, podcasts, and interviews in support of our officers, challenging leadership to create change and give our heroes the help, time, and resources they desperately need and deserve. Ryan has also joined the Board of Directors at Under The Shield, which is a non-profit mental health organization for first responders that offers 24/7 anonymous services. The service and protection that first responders and military provide to our country does not come without cost, as the trauma they experience takes a huge toll on their mental health and wellness. “I want to do everything in my power to protect those who are protecting us. I will not let my sister be forgotten and I will do whatever it takes to prevent us from losing the next hero. In a world that is so often against you, I support you, I thank you, and I love you. This is why I will never end the fight. I want to make a difference and give back to those who put their lives on the line for us every single day.”

Kammie Juzwin, PsyD

Diplomate (#67), Professional Certification in Police & Public Safety Personnel Psychology, Society for Police & Criminal Psychology

Diplomate, National Center for Crisis Management/American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress