With over 30 years of experience in the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) and a distinguished military reserve career, Andrea Steward is a true trailblazer in the field of emergency preparedness and public safety. As a seasoned 911 operator, she spent a decade overseeing the cadet program and providing community education to schools about 911, giving her a deep understanding of the knowledge gaps surrounding emergency situations, non-emergency numbers, and the 911 dispatch process.