With more than 30 years of fire service experience, a master’s degree, and professional credentials as a CFAI Peer Assessor, Chief Fire Officer, and Certified Public Manager, I am committed to advancing the mission of the IAFC Safety, Health and Survival Section.
The loss of a firefighter to occupational cancer has profoundly shaped my commitment to improving firefighter health and safety. Throughout my career, I have worked to reduce occupational exposures and strengthen the culture of safety through innovative station design, clean-cab practices, policy development, and firefighter health initiatives.
I have helped lead award-winning station design improvements and am currently involved in developing a regional decontamination apparatus—an innovative, first-of-its-kind initiative in the Phoenix metropolitan area designed to reduce firefighter exposure and improve post-incident decontamination.
As a presenter at the Station Design Conference, I have shared practical strategies for creating safer, healthier work environments. I believe the most meaningful progress occurs when research, best practices, and real-world experience come together.
Serving as an At-Large Director provides an opportunity to bring my experience and passion to a broader audience while learning from and collaborating with leaders across the fire service. I am honored to contribute to the IAFC Safety, Health and Survival Section and its continued efforts to protect those who serve.