Meet the Author: Barnes & Noble - Warwick, RI

Name: Meet the Author: Barnes & Noble - Warwick, RI
Start: 2025-08-14T18:00:00-04:00
Location: 1350 Bald Hill Rd, Warwick, RI 02886-4261, United States

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Thu, 14 Aug, 2025 at 06:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

1350 Bald Hill Rd, Warwick, RI 02886-4261, United States | Warwick, RI

You’ve seen Keven McNeill on TV, in your newsfeed, or speaking at community events—now meet the man behind the mission.
As an active first responder with over 27 years of service, Keven has faced life-and-death moments on the front lines—while quietly battling the weight of childhood trauma. His breaking point became a turning point, transforming pain into purpose as a motivational speaker and fierce advocate for mental health and suicide prevention in the first responder and military communities.
Backed by a Doctorate in Education focused on leadership and psychology, Keven brings both real-world experience and powerful insight to the conversation. He’s the founder of First In Tactics, LLC, president of the Quiet Corner Peer Support Group, and handler to Hope—a golden retriever therapy dog with a heart for healing.
In his debut memoir, Pushing It Down, Keven shares the raw, unfiltered journey of a man who spent decades burying his trauma beneath the uniform—until the moment that changed everything.
His second book, Paws for Hope, introduces readers to Hope. You may have seen this calm, soulful pup at events or online—but behind the leash is a deeper story of connection, family, and healing. Told through Hope’s eyes, the book follows her path from curious puppy to therapy companion for first responders and veterans, reminding us that sometimes the softest presence brings the greatest strength.
Today, Keven and Hope continue their mission together—helping others find their voice, break the silence, and know they’re never alone.