Lemuel (Lem) Toatley

Consultant & Trainer

Lem is a talented, dedicated professional that has held a variety of roles within the realm of public safety. Over the past 15 years, his roles have ranged from firefighter/EMT, to management roles, and also a Telecommunicator. Lem recently moved from the Orlando Police Department, to the budding Orange County Public Schools District Police Department. He is excited for the opportunity to help this fledging Department grow and expand.

In his free time, Lem is extremely active in his church and community. He is a Bible study leader and enjoys preaching and praying with his fellow parishioners. He is happily married and is a bit of a “foodie.” In addition to his ministries, Lem enjoys attending family gatherings.

A Personal Note from Lem....

After holding many roles in the realm of public safety, my new “love” is being a Telecommunicator. My faith tells me that I need to be a servant, and this is a way that I can hold true to my faith. By being a Telecommunicator, I can not only help and serve the needs not only of the public, but also my internal customers.

Although I am not one to go and literally go dig in the dirt, I like to think of myself to a figurative gardener. I compare teaching to planting a small seed, watering it, giving it a little sun, and watching it grow into a firm beautiful tree. It takes time to grow, but the long-term effect of the product will be firm, strong coworker, supervisor, manager, etc. I love planting the seed and watching it grow!!