It’s with great pleasure that we announce that Indiana State Police Superintendent Doug Carter has accepted our invitation to join the board of directors of Bolt for the Heart. “We are thrilled that Doug has agreed to join our board. Since 2014, Doug has been a leader in promoting the physical and cardiac health of his troopers and has led the charge in helping Bolt equip all Indiana State Trooper patrol cars with life-saving AEDs. He has also been generous with his time in helping Bolt support other statewide agencies. Doug is a proven, effective leader here in Indiana and nationally among his peers. We cannot be happier to have him join us.” Pierre Twer, President Bolt for the Heart.
Bolt for the Heart is a not for profit 501c3 charitable organization with a mission of placing life saving AEDs in areas of need. In 2014 Bolt’s focus shifted to law enforcement patrol vehicles due to their often “first on the scene” response time. Over 1200 AEDs have been donated to Indiana Sheriff, local municipalities, and State Police departments.
More on Doug Carter
Superintendent Doug Carter was born and raised in Laporte, Indiana. After graduating from LaPorte High School in 1980, he went on to attend Ball State University and was later accepted into the 42nd Indiana State Police Recruit School in July 1984. He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree with an emphasis on Management, Leadership and Organizational Structure from Indiana Wesleyan University. Superintendent Carter served eighteen years with the Indiana State Police from November 1984 until December 2002 and was assigned to the Pendleton State Police District while serving Hamilton County. In 2002, Superintendent Carter sought the elected office of Sheriff of Hamilton County and ultimately served two terms from January 2003 through December 2010 as the elected Sheriff. Appointed by Governor Mike Pence, Superintendent Carter became Indiana’s twentieth Superintendent of the State Police on January 14, 2013, and was reappointed by Governor Eric Holcomb on January 13, 2017. Superintendent Carter resides in Hamilton County with his family.
Distinguished Awards:
- Sagamore of the Wabash presented by Governor Evan Bayh
- Indiana State Police Silver Star Award for Meritorious Service and Outstanding Heroism
- Public Service Award – Indiana University Kokomo School of Public and Environmental Affairs
- Government Agency Partnership Award – Indianapolis Department of Public Safety
