Raymond E. Foster is a decorated law enforcement leader, author, & educator whose career spans policing, academia & consulting. A US Coast Guard veteran & retired Los Angeles Police Officer, he rose to the rank of lieutenant, earning the Police Medal for Heroism and more than 200 commendations. Foster holds a Master of Public Administration in from CSU, Fullerton.

As an consultant, he advised the Government of Jamaica on anti-gang strategy and Nevis and St. Kitts on national security training, bringing expertise in leadership, technology, and organizational change. A prolific writer, his textbooks—including Police Technology and A Concise History of American Policing. His articles and media appearances span leadership, terrorism, and technology, with credits ranging from the History Channel to Al Jazeera America.

Beyond technical works, Foster has bridged into personal and philosophical writing. His Masonic study The Temple Within explores timeless principles of balance, integrity, & purpose, while his memoir Chasing the Surge: Ten Thousand Rides into the American Night captures darkly comic & deeply human stories from life as an Uber driver.  In his hometown of San Dimas, he is the current chair of the Chamber of Commerce, Past Master of the Masonic Lodge and Past President of the Rotary Club.  He continues to blend service, scholarship, and storytelling in ways that illuminate both institutions & individuals.