Anthony Coleman
Summary
Dynamic battalion chief with expertise in emergency response and project management. Demonstrated success in leading operations and improving training programs, resulting in enhanced efficiency and regulatory compliance. Strong team-building skills foster collaboration and high performance within units.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
President
IHB Enterprises, Inc./Self
Indian Harbour Beach
02.2018 - Current
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and ethical standards.
- Oversaw technological improvements, successfully reducing waste and eliminating business bottlenecks.
- Executed on-time, under-budget project management to adhere to project road map.
Battalion Chief
City of Indian Harbour Beach
Indian Harbour Beach
10.1989 - Current
- Led incident command during large-scale emergencies, ensuring effective communication among teams.
- Supervised emergency response operations across various incidents, ensuring timely and effective responses.
- Coordinated training programs for fire personnel, resulting in improved operational readiness and skill proficiency.
- Conducted training drills on proper use of firefighting equipment and techniques for firefighters.
- Maintained station facilities by inspecting equipment and personnel regularly for optimal performance.
- Assisted in preparation, review, and monitoring of department budget to ensure fiscal responsibility.
- Established strong relationships with subordinates, peers, and superiors, fostering collaboration and facilitating successful task completion.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Firefighter 2/ Fire Science
Eastern Florida State College
Palm Bay05-2026
Skills
- Emergency response management
- Strategic planning
- Project management
- Operational efficiency
- Regulatory compliance
- Leadership and team building
- Decision-making and motivation
- Time management
- Employee relations
Certification
- Firefighter 1 - Florida
- Aerial Operator (40Hours) - Florida
- Apparatus Operator - Florida
- Instructor 1 - Florida
- EMR - National Registery
- Firefighter 2 - Florida *Graduation 6-24-2026
Accomplishments
- Indian Harbour Beach Firefighter of the Year 1995, 1998, 2019, 2022
- Indian Harbour Beach Corporation Man of the Year 1998, 2022
- Indian Harbour Beach Fire Department Medal of Honor 2023
Timeline
President
IHB Enterprises, Inc./Self
02.2018 - Current
Battalion Chief
City of Indian Harbour Beach
10.1989 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Firefighter 2/ Fire Science
Eastern Florida State College