Mike Hosking

Michael Hosking recently joined The PAR Group as a Vice President, specializing in executive search and management studies.  He has 32 years experience leading and managing the police and fire departments with the City of Lake Forest, Illinois, one of Chicago’s most desirable suburban communities. 

As Lake Forest’s Police Chief, Director of Public Safety, and finally Fire Chief, Mr. Hosking implemented a variety of programs specifically designed to reduce crime, increase awareness, improve community relations and prevent and reduce fires within the community. He has extensive experience developing and administering policies for municipal police and fire departments as well as the administration of grants, the C.A.L.E.A. Accreditation process, N.F.P.A. Standards, ISO Ratings and employee contract negotiations. In addition, he has experience in analyzing the economic impact of new development on municipal services and in the development of Mission and Vision statements. Prior to his tenure in Lake Forest, Mr. Hosking worked for a high school district and the U.S. Postal Service.