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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Timeline
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Joseph Holasz

Foley,AL

Summary

With over 25 years of progressive experience in emergency services, public safety, employee engagement, business and operations management, I am a dynamic and results-driven leader. Proven track record in strategic planning, organizational leadership, and process improvement in high-stakes environments. Excels at managing large teams, optimizing logistics, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance efficiency. Strong background in budget management, cross-agency collaboration, and crisis response contribute to driving operational excellence. Passionate about fostering high-performance teams and consistently striving for excellence in all aspects of work.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Manager

NAFECO
06.2024 - Current
  • Oversee and optimize daily business operations, logistics, and customer service
  • Lead and support outside sales teams, ensuring alignment with business goals
  • Manage shipping, receiving, and inventory control for streamlined operations
  • Supervise building maintenance and operational efficiencies
  • Initiate quotes and enter orders utilizing multiple CRMs
  • Manage sales, support and direct interaction for over 400 governmental, state and local agencies
  • Facilitate B2B sales, account coordination and ensure continuity of business

Battalion Chief (Retired)

City of Daphne
10.1999 - 06.2024
  • Directed operational response and strategic planning for fire and emergency services
  • Managed a team of 64 personnel, ensuring leadership development and operational readiness
  • Co-managed a multi-million-dollar budget, securing approvals and ensuring fiscal responsibility
  • Spearheaded large-scale emergency response operations and inter-agency collaboration
  • Led the planning and construction of a $1million+ training facility and fire station, delivering the project under budget
  • Serve as project manager for building renovation/restoration and construction of new buildings
  • Review building construction plans for code compliance
  • Served as a key advisor to city officials, providing emergency operations and crisis management counsel
  • Represented the city on the Baldwin County Emergency Communications District Board

Owner/Inspector

Purus Home Inspections
05.2018 - 02.2020
  • Conducted residential and commercial inspections and provided detailed reports
  • Managed scheduling, quality assurance, and compliance with regulatory standards
  • Managed CRM system

Board Member

Baldwin County Emergency Communications District
03.2016 - 01.2020
  • Developed and implemented policies to enhance public safety communications
  • Led personnel decisions, internal investigations, and strategic planning initiatives
  • Played a pivotal role in revising the employee handbook and workplace policies
  • Led and managed the development and buildout of new CAD (Computer Aided Dispatch) system to enhance emergency call processing and efficiency

Realtor

Jason Will Real Estate
07.2015 - 02.2018
  • Provided expert market analysis and client advisory services
  • Managed property transactions, negotiations, and customer relationships
  • Managed multiple CRM systems

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
03.2023

Skills

  • Leadership and team building
  • Problem resolution
  • Operations management
  • Team player
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Effective leader
  • Staff management
  • Training and development
  • Customer relations
  • Staff training/development
  • Customer relationship management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • P&L management
  • Team training and development
  • Motivation
  • Schedule management
  • Labor cost controls
  • Deadline oriented
  • Vendor relationships

Certification

  • Alabama Fire College
  • FEMA
  • U.S. Fire Administration
  • U.S. Department of Homeland Security
  • FBI Counter Terrorism
  • Pro-Board Certifications
  • EMT-Basic (University of South Alabama)
  • APCO EMD
  • InterNACHI Certified Home Inspector
  • Environmental Protection Agency

Accomplishments

  • Leadership & Crisis Management: Led major emergency operations and multi-agency response teams.
  • Strategic Budgeting & Planning: Managed and optimized a $3.8M digital communications infrastructure project.
  • Infrastructure Development: Led the successful planning and execution of large-scale fire station and training facility projects.
  • Process Optimization: Initiated and improved department policies, mutual aid agreements, and emergency response strategies.

Affiliations

  • International Association of Fire Chiefs
  • APCO International
  • Alabama Association of Fire Chiefs
  • National Association of Realtors
  • National Emergency Number Association (NENA)
  • Founding Member of DHS
  • International Association of Arson Investigators

Timeline

General Manager

NAFECO
06.2024 - Current

Owner/Inspector

Purus Home Inspections
05.2018 - 02.2020

Board Member

Baldwin County Emergency Communications District
03.2016 - 01.2020

Realtor

Jason Will Real Estate
07.2015 - 02.2018

Battalion Chief (Retired)

City of Daphne
10.1999 - 06.2024

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Western Governors University

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