Guy Fortt

• Developed and implemented a Firefighter Mentorship Program for senior students pursuing careers in fire service, emergency management, and public safety
• Partnered with the Belltown/Springdale Fire Department (Stamford) to place students into volunteer firefighter roles
• Delivered individualized career guidance and workforce readiness training to enhance student employability
• Bridged classroom learning with real-world emergency response exposure while implementing business learning strategies as part of a capstone initiative
• Developed curriculum for drama club participants to improve performance skills and engagement
• Facilitated workshops for student organizations to enhance leadership skills and outreach capabilities

• Coordinated citywide COVID-19 testing sites and NAACP mask distribution, enhancing community access during pandemic response.
• Established public-private partnerships with local businesses, improving delivery of critical services to vulnerable populations.
• Led fundraising campaign raising $23,000 in 9 days.
• Developed data tracking systems, improving accuracy of information and reducing errors by 10%.
• Managed timelines, budgets, and personnel training under high-pressure conditions.

● Developed and implemented Federal civil rights statutes, ensuring fair and ethical disaster support services.

● Conducted investigations into civil rights complaints to identify and resolve concerns effectively.

Enforced compliance measures with

civil rights obligations for public-facing FEMA programs and services.

• Designed and contributed to curriculum development focused on sports business, leadership, and organizational management
• Developed curriculum focused on sports business, leadership, and organizational management, enhancing student understanding of practical applications
• Planned and executed experiential learning trips to major events and venues across New York City, fostering real-world connections for students
• Organized large-scale student experiences and logistics for off-campus learning

Expanded program reach through community and student outreach initiatives

• Coordinated logistics for large-scale off-campus learning experiences, facilitating impactful student engagement and learning
• Taught “Beyond the Game: The Business of Sports” to high school students in a collegiate setting
• Developed programs to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

• Led a comprehensive rebranding initiative to improve school culture and student engagement
• Organized and promoted large-scale events, including Stamford High School Pride Day, fostering community engagement and school spirit
• Successfully assembled over 3,000 students, alumni, educators, media, and professional athletes

Developed programs that encouraged youth engagement and fostered positive school involvement, contributing to a vibrant school culture

• Transformed school culture and strengthened student pride and identity
• Built community partnerships, enhancing outreach efforts and strengthening connections with local organizations
• Impact:

Led emergency response operations for 26+ years in high-stakes, time-sensitive crises, ensuring effective outcomes.

● Responded to World Trade Center rescue and recovery and Hurricane Katrina operations.

● Managed daily operations of the

Emergency Operations Center, coordinating multi-agency crisis response.

● Participated in national security meetings and briefings, understanding federal regulatory frameworks.

● Successfully raised $150,000 for WTC victims through a strategic fundraising initiative (NYC to Pentagon bike ride).