Steven A. Locke
Fire Chief, South Burlington Fire Department (VT)
Steven Locke serves as the 150th President of the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC). He recently retired as Fire Chief of the City of South Burlington, Vermont, following a distinguished 35-year career in the fire service. Throughout his career, Chief Locke has been committed to advancing the fire service, strengthening community safety, and supporting the leadership and professional development of fire service organizations.
Locke has an associate's degree in fire science, a bachelor's degree in fire administration and a master's degree in fire service leadership. He completed the National Fire Academy's Executive Fire Officer program in 2007.
Professionally, Chief Locke has served on the Board of Directors for the International Association of Fire Chiefs since 2016. This includes three years as the Director representing New England and five years as the Treasurer. Chief Locke has also served as President of the Vermont Career Fire Chiefs’ Association and of the New England Division of the International Association of Fire Chiefs.
Chief Locke is married to Suzan Locke, and has two adult children.