Jerrod Hardy • July 18, 2025

Courage and Resilience: Montana 911 Training Forum, Sept 15–17, 2025, Missoula, Montana


This September, I’m honored to join the Montana 911 Training Forum in Missoula—a gathering of frontline professionals committed to excellence, accountability, and service.


It’s more than a speaking engagement; it’s a chance to connect with those who carry the weight of public safety and offer tools that sharpen both mindset and mission. I’ll be presenting a two-hour block of our Excellence in Leadership course, followed by delivering the keynote address centered on Leading with Courage and Resilience.


These themes aren’t just aspirational—they’re operational. In a world where uncertainty is constant and pressure is high, leadership rooted in clarity, conviction, and character becomes the anchor.


Missoula’s rugged beauty is the perfect backdrop for this conversation. In a place where nature demands respect and resilience, we’ll explore how to build training programs that not only meet legal standards but elevate the human spirit behind the badge.


Whether you're a dispatcher, trainer, or field operator, this forum is your opportunity to recalibrate, reconnect, and recommit to the mission.


I’m proud to be part of your leadership journey!


👉 Join us in Missoula: Register for the Montana 911 Training Forum and be part of a movement that strengthens leadership from the inside out.


Montana APCO/NENA Conference – 2025



By Jerrod Hardy August 6, 2026
You Don't Finish Alone - A 100 Mile Journey | Copper Kings 100 Ultra Marathon Copper Kings 100 is a documentary following a father and son as they take on one of Montana’s toughest 100‑mile ultramarathons. Set in Butte, Montana, this ultra running film explores what happens when a race doesn’t go according to plan—and how unexpected acts of kindness can change everything. In June 2026, Jerrod and Trey Hardy arrived at the start line of the Copper Kings 100 with one goal: finish together. With nearly 14,000 feet of elevation gain across the Continental Divide Trail, the course pushes every runner to their physical and mental limits. But not every race unfolds the way we imagine. When injury forces Trey to make the heartbreaking decision to end his race early, Jerrod is left to face the toughest miles alone. What follows isn’t just a story about endurance—it’s a story about friendship, resilience, and the people who step in when someone needs them most. From long nights on rugged Montana trails to unforgettable moments at remote aid stations, this film captures the highs, lows, and quiet moments that define ultrarunning. More importantly, it’s a reminder that while we may start our journeys with a plan, it’s often the people we meet along the way who shape how the story ends. Why this story matters: Because ultrarunning isn’t just about finishing—it’s about who helps you keep going. Watch the full documentary on YouTube. Link below.
Desert sunrise trail with golden light and saguaro cacti, symbolizing clarity, peace, and movement
By Jerrod Hardy April 13, 2026
A leadership reflection inspired by Desiderata, reminding us to find clarity, steadiness, and purpose in the noise — and to keep peace in our soul as we lead.