Experience
City of York Department of Fire/Rescue Services   June 2015 - Present
Fire Department Safety Officers Association   August 2013 - Present
City of York Department of Fire/Rescue Services   August 2014 - June 2015
International Association of Fire Chiefs   2010 - August 2014
City of York Department of Fire/Rescue Services   September 2007 - August 2014
City of York Department of Fire/Rescue Services   March 1995 - September 2007

Skills
Preparedness, Emergency Management, Disaster Response, Trench Rescue, Weapons of Mass..., First Responder, Incident Command, Fire Investigation, Structural Firefighting, Rope Rescue, Homeland Security, CBRN, Hazmat Operations, Exercises, Swift Water Rescue, Emergency Planning, Urban Search & Rescue

Education
Columbia Southern University   2014 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General

Columbia Southern University   2012 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Fire Science/Fire-fighting

Columbia Southern University   2011 — 2012
Associates of Applied Science, Fire Science

Harrisburg Area Community College
Fire Acadamy, Fire Academy

Central York High School   1987 — 1991
High School Diploma, General Studies

Experience
Booz Allen Hamilton  August 2014 - Present
Best Siding Corporation   June 2014 - August 2014
Sweetwater Tavern  November 2011 - June 2014
International Association of Fire Chiefs   January 2013 - May 2013
Ireland's Four Provinces   November 2010 - November 2011
Sterling Golf Club   May 2007 - November 2010
City of Fairfax Volunteer Fire Department   December 2007 - August 2010
Isabella’s Restaurant   August 2005 - February 2007

Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Research, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Management, QuickBooks, Staff Supervision, Data Entry

Education
George Mason University   2012 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Government and International Politics

Northern Virginia Community College   2010 — 2012
Associate of Arts (A.A.), International Studies

Experience
St. Louis Fire Department  2005 - Present
International Association of Fire Chiefs   2015 - 2015
The Mission Continues  2011 - 2013
Health and Safety Institute  July 2009 - July 2012
Warrensburg Fire Department   2000 - 2004

Skills
Homeland Security, Politics, Program Evaluation, Emergency Management, Public Safety, Rescue, Firefighting, Hazardous Materials, Policy, Public Policy, Leadership, Incident Command, Emergency Services, Training, Program Management, Exercises, EMS, Weapons of Mass..., Fire Protection, Disaster Response, Enforcement, Preparedness, Fire Management, First Responder, Fire Safety, NIMS, Emergency Medical, Crisis Management

Education
United States Naval Postgraduate School   2014 — 2016
Master of Arts, National Security Studies, Homeland Defense and Security

The George Washington University, School of Medicine   2008 — 2009
Master of Science, Emergency Services Management

University of Central Missouri   2000 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Double Major, Crisis Management & Criminal Justice

Experience
City of Frisco  June 1991 - Present
Siebert Analytics, Intelligence and Logistics (SAIL)   January 2013 - Present
Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service  September 2014 - Present
NFPA  September 2012 - Present
Texas Fire Chiefs Academy   June 2011 - October 2014
Texas Engineering Extension Service  March 2009 - July 2014
International Association of Fire Chiefs   July 2008 - June 2011

Skills
Emergency Services, Fire Department..., Fire Safety, Hazardous Materials, Emergency Management, Fire Investigation, Public Speaking, Technology Integration, Grant Writing, NIMS, Municipal Services, Public Safety, Preparedness, Rescue, Firefighting, Disaster Response, Homeland Security, Public Administration, Public Policy, Public Relations, Report Writing, Code Enforcement, Document Review, Plan Review, Fire Code Review, Municipal Development..., Training Delivery, Weapons of Mass..., Hands-on Training, Municipalities, Emergency Medical, CBRN, Fire Management, Fire Protection, Life Safety, Fire Suppression Systems, Exercises, Emergency Planning, Fire Service, First Responder, Incident Command, Ambulance, Contingency Planning, Crisis Management, EMS, Emergency, Enforcement, Fire Prevention, Firefighters, Investigation

Education
National Fire Academy   2015 — 2019
Executive Fire Officer Program

Texas A&M University - Mays Business School   2014 — 2014
Fire Service Chief Executive Officer, Executive Development

International Association of Fire Chiefs Fire Service Executive Development Institute   2013 — 2013
Fire Service Executive Development

West Texas A&M University   2003 — 2012
BAAS, Emergency Management Administration, 3.1

Collin County Community College   1991 — 2001

Experience
PURCHASE FIRE DISTRICT   January 2010 - Present
SCARSDALE FIRE DEPARTMENT   April 2008 - Present
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIRE CHIEFS   January 1991 - Present
HARRISON EMS   August 1982 - Present
WESTCHESTER COUNTY FIRE CHIEFS ASSOCIATION   1979 - Present
NEW YORK STATE FIRE CHIEFS' ASSOCIATION   1979 - Present
PURCHASE FIRE DEPARTMENT   September 1966 - Present
MARVAL INDUSTRIES INC.   January 1982 - January 2005

Skills
Code Enforcement, Inspection, Emergency Management, Public Safety, Fire Protection, Fire Safety, Government, EMS, Fire Management, Preparedness, Rescue, Disaster Response, Plan Review, Hazardous Materials, Emergency Services, Firefighting, Fire Inspections, First Responder, NIMS, Fire Suppression Systems, Weapons of Mass..., Ambulance, Emergency Medical, Fire Investigation, Hazmat Operations, Incident Command, Investigation, Homeland Security, Fire Prevention, Life Safety, Exercises, Enforcement, AED, CBRN, Crisis Management, Police, Private Investigations, Contingency Planning, Technical Rescue, Risk Assessment, Counterterrorism, First Aid, Command, Emergency Planning, NFPA, Physical Security, Firearms, Paramedic

Education
Pace University   1992 — 1995
MSIS, INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Purchase College, SUNY   1976 — 1978
BA, Social Science

STEPINAC HIGH SCHOOL   1961 — 1965
General Studies

Experience
City of Altamonte Springs  November 2000 - Present
Florida Building Commission Fire Technical Advisory Committee   January 2001 - Present
NFPA 1 Fire Code Technical Committee   January 1998 - Present
CPSE   December 2011 - Present
NFPA Southern Regional Fire Code Development Committee   October 2000 - January 2015
ICC Fire Code Action Committeee   July 2011 - August 2012
International Association of Fire Chiefs   June 2007 - August 2012
International Building Code Fire Safety Committee   July 2009 - May 2011
Safe Building Coordinating Council   June 2006 - June 2009
NFPA Building Code Development Committee   January 2000 - December 2008

Skills
Fire Protection, Fire Safety, Code Enforcement, Fire Management, Life Safety, Emergency Management, Firefighting, Fire Suppression Systems, Plan Review, NFPA, Public Safety, Hazardous Materials, Codes, Policy, Building Codes, NIMS, Fire Investigation, Government, Disaster Response, Emergency Services, Preparedness, Inspection, Fire Prevention, Homeland Security, Leadership Development, Process Improvement, Leadership, Public Administration, Teaching, Fire Service, Project Planning, Coaching, Fire Inspections, Code Interpretation, Critical Thinking, Interpersonal..., Regulatory Affairs, Software Development..., Legislation, Team Leadership, Code Development, Policy/Procedure..., Seeks Multiple..., Legislative Analysis, NFPA Codes, ICC Codes, Interpersonal..., Florida Building Codes, Enforcement, Investigation

Education
Harvard University Kennedy School of Government   2013 — 2013
Certificate of Completion, Leadership Decision Making: Optimizing Organizational Performance Program

Harvard University Kennedy School of Government   2011 — 2011
Certificate of Completion, Strategic Management of Regulatory and Enforcement Agencies Program

National Fire Academy   1988 — 2006
Certificate, Leadership, Management and Fire Prevention

Webster University   1997 — 2000
Masters Degree, Public Administration

State University of New York Empire State College   1993 — 1997
Bachelors Degree, Fire Service Administration

Seminole State College of Florida   1986 — 1989
Associates Degree, Fire Science Administration

Central Florida Fire Academy   1986 — 1986
Certificate, Firefighter Minimum Standards, Fire Apparatus Pump Operator

Oviedo High School   1982 — 1986
Diploma

Experience
International Association of Fire Chiefs   September 2015 - Present
JPI  July 2013 - September 2015
Various Consulting Firms in Washingtion DC Metro Area   February 2007 - July 2013

Skills
Program Management, Project Management, Management Consulting, Change Management, Strategic Planning, Business Transformation, Strategic Communications, Stakeholder Engagement, Proposal Writing, Business Process..., Meeting Design, Process Improvement, Government, Strategy, Organizational..., Meeting, Management, Leadership, SharePoint, Integration, PMO, Stakeholder Management

Education
Marshall University   2003 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Organizational Communcations

Experience
Ohio Fire Chiefs Assn   July 2015 - Present
City of Solon  February 2000 - Present
Mentor Exempted Village Public Schools  2004 - Present
Lakeland Community College  September 1992 - Present
International Association of Fire Chiefs   2006 - July 2012
Willoughby Hills Fire Department   November 1984 - February 2000
Wickliffe Police Department   1992 - 1998

Skills
Public Safety, Emergency Management, Public Safety Consulting, Local Government, Incident Command, Adult Education, Disaster Response, Firefighting, Weapons of Mass..., Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Fire Protection, Rescue, Public Speaking, Life Safety, Investigation, EMS, Preparedness, Supervisory Skills, Emergency Services, Fire Safety, Homeland Security, NIMS, Program Management, Hazardous Materials, Emergency Planning, Fire Management, Safety Management..., Policy, Public Administration, Police, First Responder, Exercises, Crisis Management, Government, Fire Investigation, Evidence

Education
Bowling Green State University   1978 — 1983
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Marketing

Lakeland Community College
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Fire Science Technology

Experience
Breckenridge Global, Inc.   July 2014 - Present
Alpha Phi Alpha  1982 - Present
International Association of Fire Chiefs   2009 - July 2014
DC Fire & Emergency Medical Services Department   April 1982 - July 2014
Sarasota County  August 2009 - December 2010
DC Fire Department   April 1982 - January 2010
DC Democratic State Committee   2009 - 2009
Mentors, Inc.   2008 - 2009
Leadership Greater Washington  2007 - 2008
Greater Washington Urban League  2003 - 2008

Skills
Strategic Planning, Emergency Management, Community Outreach, Program Evaluation, Firefighting, Program Management, Program Development, Fire Management, EMS, Public Speaking, Government, Budgets, Management, Training, Disaster Response, Nonprofits, Supervisory Skills, Homeland Security, Code Enforcement, Rescue, Investigation, Proposal Writing, Project Management, Policy, Emergency Services, Public Policy, Emergency Medical, Senior Executive..., Weapons of Mass..., Administrative..., Personnel Management, Executive Management, NIMS, Intergovernmental..., Public Safety, Preparedness, Incident Command, Life Safety

Education
The United States Naval Postgraduate School   2012 — 2013
Executive Leaders Program

Harvard University, John F. Kennedy School of Government   2011 — 2011
Certificate of Completion

LGW   2007 — 2008

University of the District of Columbia   2005 — 2006
MPA (Honors)

George Washington UniversityGraduate of the George Washington University Center   1997 — 1998
Certified Public Manager CPM

University of the District of Columbia
BS

Calvin Coolidge Sr. High   1975 — 1978
Diploma

Experience
New Mexico Tech  March 2001 - Present
Practical Solutions for Public Safety   January 1996 - Present
GPSS   March 2008 - September 2014
IAFC  March 2008 - September 2014
International Association of Fire Chiefs   March 2008 - September 2014
Emergency Services Consulting International   2008 - 2009
Arlington County Fire Department  January 1978 - March 2006

Skills
Leadership, Incident Management, NIMS, Preparedness, Fire Protection, Fire Safety, Disaster Response, Government, Project Planning, Fire Management, Policy, Public Safety, Program Management, Crisis Management, Counterterrorism, First Responder, Leadership Development, Rescue, Paramedic, Organizational..., Hazardous Materials, Enforcement, Team Building, Private Investigations, Supervisory Skills, Command, Training, Teaching, Community Outreach, Firefighting, Public Speaking, Risk Assessment, Volunteer Management, Police, Investigation, Emergency Management, Grant Writing, Incident Command, Contingency Planning, Nonprofits, Emergency Services, Grants, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Program Development, Homeland Security, Cpr Certified, Budgets, First Aid, Public Policy

Education
Northern Virginia Community College   1982 — 1985
Public Safety

LEADVA

Experience
International Association of Fire Chiefs   August 2010 - Present
Dept Of Homeland Security, Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI)-Metro Boston   January 2003 - Present
City of Revere  2001 - Present
Contemporary International  January 1996 - Present
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Department of Fire Services   May 1990 - Present
Suffolk County Sheriff's Department  January 1987 - Present
Revere Fire Department   December 1976 - Present
International Assoc. of Fire Chiefs/Terrorism & Homeland Security Committee   August 2010 - 2011
FEMA, Urban Search & Rescue, MA Task Force I   April 1994 - 2008
New England Security Group   May 1994 - February 2000

Skills
Public Safety, Disaster Response, Emergency Management, Investigation, Private Investigations, Crisis Management, Security, Emergency Services, Enforcement, Homeland Security, Firefighting, Preparedness, NIMS, Weapons of Mass..., Incident Command, Rescue, Hazardous Materials

Education
North Shore Community College   1978 — 1980
A.S., Fire Science

Revere High

Experience
NFPA Fire Service Executive Board   June 2009 - Present
La Crosse Fire Department   May 2006 - Present
NFPA North Central Regional Code Committee   May 2000 - Present
Wisconsin State Fire Chiefs Association   June 1987 - Present
NFPA  May 1987 - Present
International Association of Fire Chiefs   December 1979 - Present
Marshfield Fire and Rescue Department   July 1991 - May 2006
Town of Menasha Fire Department   April 1987 - July 1991

Skills
NIMS, Public Safety, Preparedness, Emergency Services, Firefighters, Fire Investigation, Risk Assessment, Interrogation, Fire Service, Training, Plan Review, Ambulance, Incident Management, Fire Inspections, Policy, Emergency Medicine, Disaster Response, EMT, Law Enforcement, Emergency Planning, Emergency Medical, Firefighting

Education
Fox Valley Technical College
Fire Protection

Lakeland College
BA, Business Administration

National Fire Academy
EFO

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
Masters, Public Administration

Experience
Rocky Mount Fire Department   March 2015 - Present
International Association of Fire Chiefs   May 2015 - Present
NC Emergency Management Domestic Preparedness Region 4   March 2015 - Present
Nash Community College  September 2013 - Present
United Way Tar River Region  2010 - Present
Commission on Fire Accreditation International   January 2009 - Present
NC Fire Service   1996 - Present
Rocky Mount Fire Department   July 2010 - March 2015
Rocky Mount Fire Department   January 2008 - July 2010
Rocky Mount Fire Department   2002 - 2008

Skills
Preparedness, Public Safety, NIMS, Enforcement, Disaster Response, Homeland Security, Government, Fire Safety, Firefighting, Emergency Management, Emergency Services, Fire Management, First Responder, Rescue, Fire Suppression Systems, Policy, EMS, Incident Command, Weapons of Mass..., Hazardous Materials, Cpr Certified, Training, Criminal Justice, Supervisory Skills, Police, Budgets, Firearms, Local Government, CBRN, AED, Life Safety, Fire Protection, Emergency Planning, Emergency Medical, Contingency Planning, EMT, Exercises, Emergency, Crisis Management, NFPA

Education
Grand Canyon University   2009 — 2011
Master's degree, Fire Service Leadership

US National Fire Academy   2003 — 2007
Executive Fire Officer Graduate

Mt. Olive College   2000 — 2002
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Business Administration and Management, Magna Cum Laude

Wilson Technical Community College   1990 — 1992
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Fire Protection Technology

Experience
IEEE  April 2013 - Present
International Association of Fire Fighters  February 2007 - November 2012
International Association of Fire Chiefs   2005 - February 2007
The AES Corporation  January 2000 - July 2004
Philadelphia City Sail   2003 - 2004
The Philadelphia Trade Office   September 1999 - June 2002

Skills
Grant Administration, Grant Writing, Code of Federal..., OMB Circular A-133, OMB A-123, OMB, Homeland Security, Internal Controls, Federal Agencies, Federal Procurement, Internal Audit, Project Finance, Department Budgeting, Federal Grant Management, Grant Monitoring, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Grants

Education
University of Maryland University College   2005 — 2008
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General

Drexel University   1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Area Studies, 3.2

Society of Research Administrators International
Certificate-Grantsmanship

Experience
Maricopa County Attorney's Office  January 2014 - Present
Arizona Department of Education  February 2013 - January 2014
The Leona Group  March 2012 - February 2013
Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections  October 2011 - March 2012
Arizona Criminal Justice Commission  August 2004 - October 2011
International Association of Fire Chiefs   July 1999 - July 2004
Congressional Quarterly  June 1998 - June 1999
Capitol Advantage  January 1995 - June 1998
U.S. Congress Handbook   October 1993 - December 1994
Broward Community College  June 1992 - August 1993

Skills
Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Public Policy, Speech Writing, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Crisis Management, Lobbying, Public Affairs, Editing, Message Development, Press Releases, Government, Research, Crisis Communications, Spokesperson, Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Legislative Relations, Politics, Copy Editing, Policy Analysis, Policy, AP Style, Political Campaigns, Communication Training, Communications Planning, Journalism, News Writing, Internal Communications, Publicity, Newsletters, Community Development, Nonprofits, Press Conferences, Grassroots Organizing, Coalitions, International Relations, Newspapers, Breaking News, Copywriting, Web Content, Content Development, Publications, Legislation, Storytelling, Blogging, Political Consulting, Investigative Reporting

Education
Florida International University   1992 — 1993
BS, Mass Communication, Political Science

University of Florida   1991 — 1992
Journalism

Experience
Palatine Rural Fire Protection District   August 2001 - Present
IAFC  August 2010 - August 2014
International Association of Fire Chiefs   2010 - 2010
Cook County Fire Chiefs Association   2007 - 2010
IAFC  August 2007 - August 2009

Skills
Disaster Response, Preparedness, NIMS, Emergency Services, Public Safety, Rescue, Incident Command, Emergency Management, Homeland Security, First Responder, Firefighting, Hazardous Materials, Fire Suppression Systems, Weapons of Mass..., EMS, Fire Safety, Fire Protection, Fire Management, Life Safety, Exercises, Crisis Management, Code Enforcement, NFPA, Public Speaking, Policy, Cpr Certified, Enforcement, Law Enforcement

Education
Louisiana State University   1969 — 1972
Bachelor's degree studies, Electrical Engineering

Northern Illinois University
Bachelor's degree

Experience
City of Alexandria, Virginia  June 2014 - Present
Louisa County  March 2011 - May 2014
Grand Canyon University  2009 - 2014
Louisa County Fire & EMS   April 2008 - February 2011
International Association of Fire Chiefs   2004 - February 2011
City of Clearwater, Florida   May 2004 - March 2008
Fairfax County Fire & Rescue  January 1977 - April 2004

Skills
Emergency Management, NIMS, Public Safety, Emergency Services, Preparedness, Firefighting, Disaster Response, Weapons of Mass..., Rescue, Fire Safety, Homeland Security, Hazardous Materials, Fire Management, EMS, Fire Protection, Incident Command, First Responder, Policy, Life Safety, Government, CBRN, Emergency Planning, Enforcement, Investigation, Crisis Management, Ambulance, Exercises, Emergency Medical, Program Management, Training, Emergency, Public Administration, Police

Education
Grand Canyon University   2007 — 2009
MS, Executive Fire Service Leadership

National Fire Academy   2006 — 2009
EFO

Grand Canyon University   2005 — 2007
BS, Public Safety Administration

Virginia Planning Commissioner   2002 — 2003
Certificate, Planning

Northern Virginia Community College   2000 — 2002
AAS, Fire Science Administration

Experience
International Association of Fire Chiefs   August 2015 - Present
International Association of Fire Chiefs   June 2014 - Present
Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton Volunteer Fire Department   October 2008 - Present
U.S. House of Representatives   June 2013 - August 2013
James Madison University  August 2012 - May 2013
U.S. House of Representatives   June 2012 - August 2012
Episcopal Diocese of Western Louisiana   July 2011 - July 2011
River Oaks Veterinary Clinic & Boarding Kennels   September 2007 - June 2008

Skills
Homeland Security, International Relations, Legislative Issues, First Responder, National Security, Long Distance Running, Healthcare, Politics, Public Policy, Spanish, Emergency Medical, Crisis Management, Emergency Management, Disaster Response, Policy, Government, Policy Analysis, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Research, Microsoft Office

Education
James Madison University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Intelligence Analysis Major, Natonal Security Concentration

Karl-Franzens-Universität Graz (Austria)
Identity and Conflict in Austria, Croatia and Bosnia

Northern Virginia Community College   2009 — 2010
Woodbridge, VA

Freedom High School (Woodbridge, VA)   2006 — 2010
HS Diploma, Cum Laude, Environmental Science, 3.79 GPA

Experience
George Mason University  August 2012 - Present
National Art Education Association  September 2011 - Present
Self Employed  September 2005 - September 2011
American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics  June 2000 - May 2004
International Association of Fire Chiefs   August 1998 - September 1999

Skills
Editing, Publishing, Copy Editing, Magazines, Newsletters, Proofreading, Press Releases, Copywriting, Strategic Communications, Social Media, Public Relations, Social Networking, Publications, Nonprofits, Freelance Writing

Education
George Mason University   1990 — 1993
MFA, Creative Writing

University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa   1987 — 1988
Creative Writing

Radford University   1985 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English

Experience
Stroud Water Research Center  January 2014 - Present
Payton Communications LLC   November 2008 - November 2014
National Drowning Prevention Alliance  2010 - 2012
MediMedia Health  May 2005 - September 2007
StayWell Custom Communications - now dba Krames StayWell  January 2003 - May 2005
The Intelligencer Record   June 1998 - January 2003
International Association of Fire Chiefs   August 1997 - January 1998
The Philadelphia Inquirer  May 1992 - June 1995
Bucks County Courier Times  June 1989 - May 1992
Colonial Penn Insurance Company  1975 - 1978

Skills
Writing, Media Relations, Newsletters, Magazines, Ghostwriting, Public Relations, Copy Editing, Editorial Project..., Journalism, Publications, New Media, Editing, Press Releases, Copywriting, Social Media, Newspaper, Proofreading, Event Management, Crisis Communications, Corporate Communications, Event Planning, Brochures, Publicity, Marketing Communications, Strategic Communications, Web Content, Community Relations, Editorial, Issues Management, Crisis Management, Community Outreach, Feature Articles, Reputation Management, Newspapers, Marketing Strategy, Nonprofits, Social Networking, Storytelling, Creative Direction, Internal Communications, AP Style, Content Development, Speech Writing, Creative Writing, Content Strategy, Blogging, Books, Facebook, Message Development, Spokesperson

Education
Penn State University   1981 — 1984
MA, Journalism

Arcadia University
BA, English

Experience
American Apparel & Footwear Association  1999 - Present
AAFA  1999 - Present
Marketing Evolutions   1993 - 1999
International Association of Fire Chiefs   1987 - 1993
American Society of Landscape Architects  1986 - 1987
Thompson Publishing Group  1984 - 1986

Skills
Meeting Planning, Program Development, Strategic Partnerships, Sponsorship Relations, International..., Event Management, Retail, Public Relations, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Apparel, Marketing Communications, Copywriting, Event Planning, Program Management, Strategy, Footwear, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Training, Creative Direction, Management, Product Development, New Business Development

Education
Canisius College   1978 — 1982
B.A., Communication, Marketing

Experience
ESCI   March 2015 - Present
DCQ Consulting LLC   January 2015 - Present
Colorado Fallen Firefighter Foundation   1989 - Present
International Association of Fire Chiefs   1979 - Present
South Metro Fire Rescue Authority  October 2014 - January 2015
South Metro Fire Rescue  May 2008 - October 2014
Parker Fire Protection District   August 1983 - May 2008
Leawood (KS) Fire Department   1978 - July 1983
King Radio   1974 - 1978

Skills
Emergency Services, Public Safety, Rescue, Disaster Response, Firefighting, Homeland Security, Preparedness, Crisis Management, Government, EMS, Hazardous Materials, Leadership, Emergency Management, First Responder, Fire Suppression Systems, Policy, Ambulance, Fire Management, Incident Management, Emergency Medical, Fire Investigation, Fire Safety, Investigation, First Aid, NIMS, Public Administration, Fire Protection, Paramedic, Technical Rescue, NFPA, Incident Command, Command, Life Safety, Emergency Planning, Code Enforcement, Risk Assessment, Fire Service, Enforcement, Cpr Certified, Emergency, Exercises, Contingency Planning, Counterterrorism, Firefighters, Plan Review, Supervisory Skills, Weapons of Mass..., CBRN, Team Leadership, Ethical Leadership

Education
University of Colorado Denver   1990 — 1994
MPA, Public Administration

National Fire Academy   1989 — 1993
Executive Fire Officer

John Brown University   1969 — 1974
BS, Engineering

Roy C. Start High School   1965 — 1969

Experience
CoStar Group  September 2014 - Present
CoStar Group  August 2012 - September 2014
CGI Federal  April 2011 - August 2012
HireStrategy  June 2010 - April 2011
HireStrategy  September 2009 - August 2010
International Association of Fire Chiefs   June 2006 - September 2009
George Mason University Child Development Center   September 2004 - June 2006

Skills
Non-profits, Technical Recruiting, Human Resources, Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Outlook, Customer Service, Networking, Program Management, Social Networking, Training, Leadership, Management, Analysis, Interviews, Project Planning, College Recruiting, Nonprofits, Policy, Talent Management, Marketing, SDLC, Employee Benefits, Security, Sales, Applicant Tracking..., Onboarding, Internet Recruiting, Recruiting

Education
George Mason University   2003 — 2007
Bacelors of Arts, Communications

Experience
IAFC  November 2013 - Present
IAFC  July 2008 - October 2013
IAFC  July 2008 - June 2012
IAFC  July 2008 - November 2009
International Association of Fire Chiefs   July 2008 - November 2009

Skills
Management, Customer Service, Fire Safety, Firefighting, Leadership, Training, Leadership Development, Policy, Government, Public Speaking, First Aid, Preparedness, Cpr Certified, Nonprofits, Member Relations, Customer Retention, Customer Satisfaction, Emergency Services, CPR Certified

Education
The Ohio State University   1996 — 1998
Special Education

Experience
Vinson Hall Retirement Community   July 2011 - Present
The Astra Group  June 2010 - August 2010
International Association of Fire Chiefs   June 2009 - August 2009
Bed Bath and Beyond  June 2008 - August 2008

Skills
Marketing, Customer Service, Project Planning, CRM, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Market Planning

Education
University of Kansas   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science Business, Marketing Major

Westfield High School   2003 — 2007
Advanced High School Diploma

Experience
Colorado State Fire Chiefs   July 2013 - Present
WS Darley Company   2010 - Present
Briese & Associates, LLC   2002 - Present
Center for Homeland Security, University of Colorado - Colorado Springs   2009 - July 2013
Denver Wide Area Resiliency & Recovery Program (WARRP)   2010 - 2013
Cubic Applications  2010 - 2013
FEMA  April 2008 - January 2009
ICF International  February 2007 - March 2008
International Association of Fire Chiefs   May 1985 - February 2007

Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Homeland Defense, Emergency Services, Organizational..., resource alignment, Fire Service, emergency medical..., New Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Homeland Security, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Public Safety, Emergency Management, Disaster Response, Preparedness, Government, CBRN, DoD, Defense, Project Planning, Crisis Communications, Crisis Management, Performance Management, Training, Policy, Governance, Federal Government, Public Administration, Analysis, Emergency Medical, Security, Weapons of Mass..., Incident Command, Hazardous Materials, Proposal Writing, Counterterrorism, Policy Analysis, Exercises, Enforcement, Organizational..., Security Management, Fire Management, Rescue, Incident Management, Security Clearance, Risk Assessment, Leadership Development, National Security

Education
Nova Southeastern University   1980 — 1983
MPA, Public Administration

University of South Florida   1965 — 1971
Bachelor of Science, International Relations and Affairs

Robinson Senior High School   1962 — 1965
HIgh School, History, Russian Language, Political Science

Experience
National Association for College Admission Counseling  October 2013 - Present
National Association for College Admission Counseling  February 2009 - Present
International Association of Fire Chiefs   January 2004 - January 2009
Northern Virginia Technology Council  September 2000 - October 2003

Skills
Event Management, Media Relations, Meeting Planning, Volunteer Management, Public Speaking, Program Management, Budgets, Contract Negotiation, Sponsorship, Leadership, Event Planning, Management, Non-profits, Vendor Management, Project Planning, Team Leadership, Customer Service, Corporate Events, Strategic Communications, Negotiation, Public Relations, Trade Shows, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Association Management, Logistics, Fundraising, Sales, Social Media Marketing

Education
James Madison University   1995 — 1999
B.A., Media Arts & Design

Bishop Denis J. Oconnell   1991 — 1995

Experience
NAIOP  October 2014 - Present
International Association of Fire Chiefs   January 2008 - September 2014
Fairfax County Public Schools  September 1998 - December 2007
Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce  September 1995 - December 1998
Performance Engineering Corporation  September 1992 - December 1995

Skills
Non-profits

Education
Sorensen Institute   2004 — 2004
University of Virginia, Political Leadership Program

George Mason University   1989 — 1992
MPA, Public Administration

University of Richmond   1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Communication

Phoebus High School   1984 — 1985

Experience
The Coalition for Government Procurement  August 2012 - August 2013
1105 Media  June 2012 - June 2012
International Association of Fire Chiefs   June 2011 - September 2011
International Association of Fire Chiefs   January 2010 - June 2011
Consumer Electronics Association  June 2007 - January 2010
Convention Management Group  September 2006 - June 2007
Water Environment Federation  October 2003 - September 2006
NTP   2002 - 2003

Skills
Social Media, Budgets, Sales Operations, Event Planning, Strategy, Trade Shows, Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Event Management, Business Development, Sales, Customer Service, Management

Education
Longwood University   1998 — 2002
BA, Communication Studies

Lake Braddock   1993 — 1998

Experience
National Fire Sprinkler Association  August 2014 - Present
National Fire Academy  January 2001 - Present
South Carolina Division of Fire and Life Safety   August 2012 - August 2014
International Association of Fire Chiefs   August 2010 - August 2013
South Carolina Fire Academy  October 2011 - July 2012
National Fire Sprinkler Association  March 2006 - September 2011
Pleasant View Volunteer Fire Department   December 1998 - September 2011
International Association of Fire Chiefs   August 2007 - August 2010
City of Brentwood  1997 - 2006

Skills
Fire Management, Fire Protection, Life Safety, Leadership, Fire Service, Risk Management, Disaster Response, Emergency Services, Preparedness, Rescue, NIMS, Firefighting, Public Safety, Incident Command, Fire Safety

Education
Eastern Kentucky University   1990 — 1993

Experience
U.S. Department of Energy   November 2008 - July 2010
International Association of Fire Chiefs   January 2008 - November 2008
U.S. Senate Commitee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs   November 2005 - October 2007
U.S. Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs   June 2003 - October 2005
U.S. Senator Susan Collins   June 2001 - June 2003

Education
The Johns Hopkins University   2004 — 2005
M.A., Government

University of Southern Maine   1997 — 2001
B.A., Political Science

Experience
Tunnell Government Services  September 2014 - Present
Homeland Security Consultant   September 2012 - Present
Homeland Security Studies and Analysis Institute  January 2006 - September 2012
ANSER  2004 - 2006
HAZMED  September 2003 - July 2004
National Safety Council  1990 - 2002
Booz Allen Hamilton  November 1988 - May 1990
International Association of Fire Chiefs   1980 - 1987

Skills
Homeland Security, Analysis, Research, Strategic Planning, Policy Analysis, Emergency Management, Government, Data Analysis, Business Continuity, Operations Analysis, Policy, Preparedness, Capability Based..., Acquisitions, CONOPS Development

Education
University of Pittsburgh
MPIA, international relations

University of Wisconsin-Madison
ba, history

Experience
Infina, Ltd.   September 2015 - Present
Reston Community Center  October 2014 - September 2015
Airlie Center  November 2013 - October 2014
International Association of Fire Chiefs   2006 - October 2013
Callahan & Associates  2004 - 2006
CAI  2002 - 2004

Skills
Dreamweaver, Illustrator, PowerPoint, InDesign, Photoshop, Photography, Illustration, Print, Web Design, Logo Design, Brand Development, Advertising, Graphic Design, Identity, Creative Direction, Corporate Branding, Graphics, Newsletters, Layout, Brochures, Digital Photography, Adobe Creative Suite, Image Manipulation, HTML, Flyers, Email Marketing, Typography, Catalogs, Branding, Corporate Identity, Trade Shows, Business Cards, Invitations, Art Direction, Mac, Pre-press, Banners, Vector Illustration, Book Design, Web Development, Direct Mail, Concept Development, Image Editing, Stationery, Digital Illustration, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Publications

Education
James Madison University   1997 — 2001
BFA, Graphic Design

Experience
Voices For Progress   May 2014 - Present
National Council For Adoption  August 2012 - June 2013
Community Preservations and Development Corporation   August 2011 - April 2012
International Association of Fire Chiefs   November 2009 - June 2011
The Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS)   August 2008 - May 2009
Bread for the City  January 2008 - May 2008

Skills
Event Planning, Case Management, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Prospect Research, Program Development, Case Managment, Problem Solving, Google Office, Organizational..., Operations Management, PAC management, Administrative..., Meeting Scheduling, Executive..., HR Project Management, Team Building, Social Justice, Advocacy

Education
The Catholic University of America   2011 — 2013
Master of Social Work (M.S.W.), Social Justice and Social Change, 3.6 GPA

The Catholic University of America   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Social Work

Experience
City of Keller Fire-Rescue   March 2009 - Present
IAFC SHS   2006 - Present
International Association of Fire Chiefs   1988 - 2009
Commission on Fire Accreditation   2004 - 2008

Education
Western Michigan University   1995 — 2002
MPA, Public Administration

University of Cincinnati   1986 — 1994
Bachelor of Science, Fire Safety Engineering and Technology

Community College of the US Air Force   1974 — 1981
Associates in Applied Sciences, Fire Science

Experience
American Health Care Association  June 2009 - Present
International Association of Fire Chiefs   February 2009 - May 2009

Education
George Mason University   2005 — 2009
Communication, Public Relations

Experience
Upper Pine River Fire Protection District   November 2012 - Present
The State Emergency Medical and Trauma Services Advisory Council   July 2014 - Present
Institute of Medicine  January 2013 - Present
National Association of EMTs  December 2011 - Present
NAEMT  January 2010 - Present
JEMS & Elsevier Publishing   2007 - Present
Fitch and Associates   October 2007 - Present
Fire Chief Magazine   January 1997 - Present
International Association of Fire Chiefs   1990 - Present
City of North Las Vegas  November 2006 - September 2011

Skills
Public Health, Toxicology, Injury Prevention, EMS, Incident Management, Curriculum Development, Public Speaking, NIMS, Public Safety, Strategic Planning, Teaching, Command, Instructional Design, Emergency Services, Disaster Response, Homeland Security, Fire Protection, Emergency Management, Preparedness, Incident Command, Firefighting, Rescue, Fire Safety, Hazardous Materials, Crisis Management, Fire Management, First Aid, Public Administration, Risk Assessment, Policy, Supervisory Skills, Weapons of Mass..., Cpr Certified, Government, Program Management, Grants, Emergency Medical, Leadership, Life Safety, Emergency Planning, Emergency, First Responder, Ambulance, Paramedic, Exercises, Enforcement, Contingency Planning, Investigation, Public Policy, Training

Education
National Fire Academy   1995 — 2011

University of Nevada-Las Vegas   1986 — 1995
MPA, Public Administration

College of Southern Nevada   1990 — 1993
AAS, Fire Science Technology

University of Nevada-Las Vegas   1990 — 1990
BS, Education

Iowa State University   1982 — 1985
Biology/Forrestry

Experience
International Association of Fire Chiefs   2010 - 2011
Chelmsford Fire Department   1991 - 2010

Skills
NIMS, Emergency Services

Education
State University of New York Empire State College
MBA, Management

University of Cincinnati
BS, Fire Engineering

North Shore Community College
AS, Fire Science

Experience
Symantec  April 2012 - Present
Guident Technologies  May 2010 - January 2012
America's Most Wanted  February 2010 - May 2010
International Association of Fire Chiefs   May 2009 - February 2010

Skills
Government, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Editing, Program Management, Social Media, Telecommunications, Public Relations, Project Management, Time Management, Event Management, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Strategic Communications

Education
George Mason University   2005 — 2009
Communication, Public Relations B.A., Communication, Public Relations

Experience
Ferrara Digital Art   March 2012 - Present
United States Air Force  March 2010 - Present
International Fire Service Training Association   2013 - 2015
Honor Flight Historic Triangle Virginia   2013 - 2015
Penn State University  2012 - 2014
International Association of Fire Chiefs   2008 - 2013
University of Maryland University College  2011 - 2011
International Fire Service Training Association   2005 - 2011
US Air Force  April 2007 - February 2010
International Fire Service Training Association   2006 - 2008

Skills
Command, Military, Emergency Services, Firefighting, Rescue, Hazardous Materials, Fire Management, Incident Command, Emergency Management, Disaster Response, Fire Safety, Training, First Responder, Airports, NIMS, DoD, Preparedness, Public Safety, Homeland Security, Air Force, Government, Enforcement, Digital Photography, Weapons of Mass..., Fire Protection, Counterterrorism, EMS, Exercises, Life Safety, Fire Suppression Systems, CBRN, Special Operations, Force Protection, NFPA, Security Clearance, Crisis Management, Risk Assessment, Emergency Planning, Hazmat Operations, Leadership, Policy, Management, National Security, Military Operations, Team Building, Defense, Operational Planning, Military Experience, Program Management, Public Speaking

Education
Penn State University   2013 — 2014
Master's Professional Studies, Community & Economic Development

University of Maryland University College   2006 — 2012
Bachelor, Fire Science / Business Administration

Community College of the Air Force   2007 — 2010
Associate, Fire Science

Experience
Talley Management Group, Inc.   2008 - 2013
Association Management Group  2004 - 2008
Tech Serve Alliance (formerly National Association of Computer Consultant Businesses)   2002 - 2003
Tech Serve Alliance (formerly National Association of Computer Consultant Businesses)   1999 - 2002
Congressional Fire Services Institute  1996 - 1999
International Association of Fire Chiefs   1990 - 1996
International Management Group, Inc.   1988 - 1990

Skills
Association Management, Event Management, Program Development, Policy

Education
Howard University

Experience
U.S. Department of State   April 2014 - Present
U.S. Department of State   April 2012 - April 2014
U.S. Department of State   January 2012 - April 2012
International Association of Fire Chiefs   September 2011 - January 2012

Skills
Policy, Public Policy, Government, International Relations, Research, Federal Government, Program Management, Editing, Public Speaking, Social Media, Strategic Communications, Event Planning, Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, Analysis, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Project Management, Microsoft Word, Writing, Spanish, Community Outreach

Education
George Mason University   2010 — 2013
Master of Public Administration (MPA), International Management

University of Virginia   2004 — 2008
B.A., Foreign Affairs

Experience
International Association of Fire Chiefs   August 2013 - Present

Skills
Budgets, Strategic Planning, Financial Reporting, Process Improvement, Financial Analysis, Internal Controls, Project Management, Policy, Managerial Finance, Microsoft Excel, Non-profits, Accounting, Fundraising, Program Management, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Change Management

Education
Michigan Technological University
BS, Business Administration

Experience
The United States World War One Centennial Commission  April 2015 - Present
The United States World War One Centennial Commission  December 2014 - April 2015
Prince William County Public Schools  June 2013 - November 2013
George Mason University Athletics  December 2012 - June 2013
Prince William County Public Schools  June 2012 - September 2012
International Association of Fire Chiefs   January 2012 - May 2012

Skills
Research, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Writing, International Relations, History, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Teamwork, Analysis, Social Media, Political Science, Work Well Independently, Highly Organized &...

Education
George Mason University   2012 — 2014
Master of Arts (M.A.), History

George Mason University   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Government and International Politics

George Mason University   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History

Experience
ManTech  2013 - Present
Westwood College  2013 - Present
TEKsystems  2013 - 2013
Germanna Community College  2011 - 2013
Culpeper County Public Schools  2010 - 2013
Information Management Group, Inc.   2010 - 2010
Dewberry  2010 - 2010
International Association of Fire Chiefs   2009 - 2009

Skills
Education, American History, Instructional Design, Political Science, American Politics, Text Editing, Learning Management, Distance Learning, Speech Writing, Ghostwriting, Political Strategy

Education
Northcentral University
Doctor of Education (EdD), Curriculum and Instruction

Radford University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Political Science and Government

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Master of Arts (M.A.), Political Science and Government