Brandon Whitaker
Marion,TX
Summary
Results-focused team-player with proven expertise and consistent success in all aspects of communications, problem solving, leadership, and customer service. Skilled in collaborating with all members of an organization to achieve mission objectives. Utilizes adaptability to undertake complex assignments, meet deadlines, and deliver superior performance. Instrumental in streamlining and improving processes, enhancing productivity, and implementing solutions. Collaborative communicator continually focused on building relationships and promoting synergy across the organization to drive positive change, cohesiveness, and efficiency.
Professional emergency response specialist with experience in fire suppression, rescue operations, and hazardous material handling. Strong focus on teamwork, ensuring safety, and achieving operational goals. Reliable and adaptable with skills in emergency medical response, incident command, and community education. Known for effective communication, physical stamina, and quick decision-making.
Firefighting professional with comprehensive experience in emergency response and life-saving techniques. Known for strong focus on collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments. Reliable team player skilled in equipment maintenance and fire prevention strategies.
Overview
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1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter
City Of Austin Fire Department
Austin, TX
01.2020 - Current
- Responded to emergency calls, assessing situations and determining optimal response strategies.
- Operated fire suppression equipment and maintained readiness of firefighting tools and vehicles.
- Conducted fire prevention inspections, educating community members on safety protocols and hazard awareness.
- Collaborated with team members to execute rescue operations during multi-alarm incidents, ensuring effective coordination.
- Developed training programs for new recruits, enhancing skills in firefighting techniques and safety measures.
- Analyzed past incident reports to identify trends, implementing changes that improved departmental response times.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
Subject Matter Expert (SME)
1Prospect Technologies/AHTNA/Strategic Defense LLC
Fort Sam Houston, TX
03.2018 - Current
- Serve as the Subject Matter expert (SME) in the development of collective training product encompassing all phases of the ADDIE process while incorporating instructional principles, theories, concepts, and best practices into collective training products.
- Serve as the SME for the following: needs, mission, job analyses, collective task analysis (CTA), individual task analysis (ITA)
- Developing Basis of Issue Plans (BOIP)
- Developing training strategies
- Developing training requirements and important documents for course direction.
- Developing a short-range individual training strategy for a specific proponent enlisted, warranted, commissioned officer, or Department of the Army Civilian jobs
- Developing Course Management Plans (CMP)
- Maintaining Inventory for multiple locations including Fort Sam and Camp Bullis (only myself and one other have keys)
- Developing strategy for use of simulations and simulations technology in training products and programs
- Direct communication and continued relationship with the customer (military)
Founder and CEO
BACK 2 BASICS
OK and San Antonio, TX
01.2015 - Current
- During off-season, built, managed and operated personal training business. Developed and implemented strategies aimed to educate adult and youth on proper nutrition and training practices for healthier lifestyles.
- Responsible for the growth, stability, direction and daily operations
- Identify problems, make decisions and interpret results based on quantitative techniques
- Develop and implement personalized exercise and diet programs to assist individual clients
- Counsel clients about fitness, exercise, and injury management
- Instruct clients how to use equipment and ensure all equipment is well maintained
- Designed and implemented cross-training classes to match the fitness level and abilities of all participants
Professional Athlete
TORONTO ARGONAUTS
Toronto, ON
01.2008 - 01.2018
- Excelled at time management, interpersonal communication skills, creative thinking and problem solving.
- Developed a strong sense of discipline, work ethic and excellent time management and people skills.
- Consistently took the initiative required in a team setting to achieve designated goals:
- Demonstrated ability to embrace adversity and perform in stressful situations
- Accepted constructive criticism from coaches and teammates to improve skills
- Demonstrated commitment and responsibility toward teammates and coaches through genuine respect and dedication to the sport
- Exercised strong leadership skills and practiced self-discipline on and off the field
- Balanced professional activities with community involvement
- Canadian Football League (CFL)
- Key Accomplishments: Recognized as the 2017 Grey Cup Champions; Voted to the CFLPA 2016, which consisted of serving as a representative for all players in the CFL; Voted Division All-Star and CFL All-Star in 2015, 2016
Professional Athlete
MONTREAL ALOUETTES (CFL)
Montreal,QC
05.2008 - 06.2015
- Key Accomplishments: Recognized as the 2009 and 2010 Grey Cup Champions; Served as the CFL Leading Rusher in 2011; Voted Division All-Star and CFL All-Star in 2011 and 2014.
- Analyzed game footage to identify strengths and weaknesses, informing tactical adjustments.
- Collaborated with coaching staff to develop and implement effective game strategies.
- Mentored junior athletes, fostering skill development and teamwork on and off the field.
- Supported teammates during challenging moments or setbacks in competition play by offering encouragement and constructive feedback.
- Consistently demonstrated exceptional work ethic both individually and within a team setting, motivating others toward collective success.
- Pursued ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, or additional training sessions aimed at enhancing performance.
- Represented the organization with professionalism and integrity during media interviews, public appearances, or other events in which interaction with external stakeholders occurred.
- Enhanced team cohesion by actively participating in team-building activities and fostering positive relationships with teammates.
- Strengthened physical endurance through disciplined adherence to strength conditioning programs designed by professional trainers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
BAYLOR UNIVERSITY
Waco, TX12.2007
Skills
- Communications
- Project Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Relationship Management
- Collaborative Leadership
- Performance Optimization
- Customer Service
- Staff Training & Mentoring
- Operations Management
- Team Building
- Problem Resolution
- Process Improvement
- Structural firefighting
- First aid certified
- Fire safety
- Stress tolerance and resilience
Affiliations
Member, Eagle Ridge Outreach Program
Certification
- EMT-B
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Section name
- Keynote Speaker, Concordia University Basketball Camp
- Keynote Speaker, 2017 Army U.S. All American High School Game
Timeline
Firefighter
City Of Austin Fire Department
01.2020 - Current
Subject Matter Expert (SME)
1Prospect Technologies/AHTNA/Strategic Defense LLC
03.2018 - Current
Founder and CEO
BACK 2 BASICS
01.2015 - Current
Professional Athlete
MONTREAL ALOUETTES (CFL)
05.2008 - 06.2015
Professional Athlete
TORONTO ARGONAUTS
01.2008 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
BAYLOR UNIVERSITY