Andy Hughes

Andy Hughes

Sheriff (ret.) Andy Hughes has over 30 years of law enforcement experience and was the Sheriff of Houston County (AL) until 2014 when he was appointed to an executive leader position in the State of Alabama to integrate twelve separate state law enforcement agencies into one singular agency. In that role, he commanded the statewide Special Weapons & Tactics (SWAT) Team, the Bomb Team (EOD) and the Aviation Unit. In 2016, Andy retired from law enforcement and continues his contribution to the profession through his presentation across the country called: "Bear The Sword."