Join the Oakland Metro Chamber for a conversation with Oakland Police Chief James Beere, a 27-year veteran of the Oakland Police Department and U.S. Marine Corps veteran. Chief Beere will discuss OPD's public safety priorities, crime trends, recruitment and retention efforts, community partnerships, and the department's vision for strengthening trust while creating a safer Oakland for residents, businesses, and visitors. Hear firsthand about the strategies shaping public safety in Oakland and engage in a meaningful discussion on the future of policing and community collaboration.