On January 13, 2026, NPDF Delegate to Rome, Italy, Chief Inspector Sergio Cirelli (Ret) of the Italian State Police presented to Carabinieri Marshal Fabio Russo of Italy and Colonel Saue Syzdykbekova of the Republic of Kazakhstan a Certificate of Appreciation. These officials were recognized for their outstanding sense of duty in promoting significant international cooperation […]
Treasurer
Anthony L. Lacorazza is a veteran law enforcement professional with nearly three decades of service, including distinguished roles with the NYPD and the United States Secret Service. He has extensive experience in protective operations, financial investigations, and national security assignments.
Vice President
Michael Barry serves as Vice President of the National Police Defense Foundation and Director of Program Services, helping oversee initiatives that support law enforcement officers and their families nationwide.
President
Michael J. Palladino is the longtime President of the Detectives’ Endowment Association (DEA), leading contract negotiations, union operations, and representing detectives at the city, state, and national levels. He also serves as a Trustee of the $38 billion New York City Police Pension Fund.
Founder & Executive Director
Joseph Occhipinti is a native New Yorker whose commitment to public service led to a distinguished career in federal law enforcement and nonprofit leadership. He later co-founded the National Police Defense Foundation with his wife, Angela, and continues to serve as its volunteer Executive Director.