With a background in risk management and safety compliance, I possess a strong record of accomplishment in business development and operational excellence. Following my retirement from public service in 2024, I now offer my expertise as a consultant, providing guidance to organizations on regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and operational efficiency. Throughout my career, I have successfully established and sold businesses specializing in the maintenance and compliance of protective equipment. As a current voting member of the NFPA committee, I am recognized for my contribution in shaping workplace safety policies and best practices. My primary focus is on guiding organizations through training, speaking engagements, and strategic consulting to enhance their safety and compliance programs.
Work History
Captain
Town of Addison Fire Department
09.1999 - 11.2024
Led emergency response and recovery operations, overseeing up to 18 firefighters during local fire, medical, and disaster incidents
Served in an Incident Command role for local emergency and recovery efforts, ensuring coordinated response and resource allocation
Conducted post-incident assessments to improve response strategies, reduce risks, and enhance recovery planning
Worked with local, state, and federal agencies to implement emergency preparedness and recovery initiatives
Provided data-driven reports to municipal leaders on emergency incidents, recovery efforts, and risk mitigation strategies
CEO & Founder
Gear Cleaning Solutions
04.2006 - 10.2024
Built and led a compliance-driven business, ensuring firefighter PPE met NFPA safety standards and OSHA regulations
Spearheaded risk management initiatives to reduce firefighter exposure to carcinogens and hazardous materials
Provided consultation and training on post-incident decontamination procedures and recovery planning for fire departments nationwide
Analyzed safety data to create compliance strategies that improved workplace and operational safety
Engaged with government agencies, municipalities, and emergency response teams to ensure compliance with national safety and recovery protocols
Education
Master of Legal Studies - Business Law, Contracts, and Risk Analysis
Texas A&M Law
College Station, TX
01.2023 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Arts & Applied Sciences - Business Administration
University of North Texas
Denton, TX
09.2021 - 05.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medicine (Paramedic)
North Central Texas College
Gainesville, TX
01.1996 - 05.2025
Skills
Risk Management & Mitigation
Regulatory Compliance (OSHA, NFPA, etc)
Safety & Emergency Response Planning
Contract Negotiation & Business Law
Firefighter PPE Maintenance & Compliance
Business Strategy & Development
Operational Efficiency & Process Optimization
Quality Assurance & Control
Workplace Safety Training & Implementing
Public Speaking
Certification
FEMA ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, ICS-800
FEMA IS-00242, IS-00240a, IS-00907, IS-00200a
Department of Justice's Office for State and Local Domestic Preparedness Support - Terrorism Awareness
Department of Health Services Licensed Paramedic
National Fire Academy Incident Safety Officer
NFPA 1851 PPE Compliance & Risk Management
Incident Command System (ICS) Training
Emergency Medical Hazmat Operations for CBRNE Incidents
Department of Homeland Security WMD Response (100)
Department of Homeland Security EMD Incident Management / Unified Command
Business Law & Compliance GR Certificate
Timeline
Master of Legal Studies - Business Law, Contracts, and Risk Analysis
Texas A&M Law
01.2023 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Arts & Applied Sciences - Business Administration
University of North Texas
09.2021 - 05.2023
CEO & Founder
Gear Cleaning Solutions
04.2006 - 10.2024
Captain
Town of Addison Fire Department
09.1999 - 11.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medicine (Paramedic)
North Central Texas College
01.1996 - 05.2025
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