Samuel W. Richesson
WORCESTER,MA
Summary
Experienced executive manager and Deputy Fire Chief skilled in leadership and team-building. Successfully managed firefighting teams, coordinated emergency response, and developed organizational procedures. Proficient in strategic planning and resource allocation to enhance efficiency and ensure public safety.
Experienced business professional with a successful track record in operating and growing an ecommerce company. Skilled in cultivating strong business relationships and adapting to dynamic business environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Fire Chief
City of Worcester, MA
Worcester, MA
03.2023 - Current
- Provided leadership, direction and management of the Fire Department personnel and operations.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve safety, efficiency and effectiveness of fire department services.
- Coordinated emergency response activities with other local, state, and federal agencies.
- Organized training programs for firefighters in accordance with NFPA standards.
- Monitored budgeting processes to ensure fiscal responsibility within the department.
CEO / Manager
Soaring Eagle Ecommerce
, MA
08.2021 - Current
- Create and maintain an E-commerce health and wellness company to source and sell health and wellness products on multiple e-commerce sales channels.
- Created and maintained relationships with key retail partners, including customers, suppliers, and industry partners.
- Developed and monitored key performance metrics and administrative processes for all business activities.
Property Manager
Brownstone Condominium Trust
Worcester, MA
01.2019 - Current
- Established policies regarding tenant relations and enforcement of rules and regulations within the properties.
- Organized regular meetings between owners and tenants to discuss any issues or concerns they may have.
- Implemented cost-cutting measures where appropriate in order to reduce overhead costs without compromising quality standards.
District Fire Chief
City of Worcester Fire Department
Worcester, MA
06.2010 - 03.2023
- Managed daily operations of the Fire Department by developing policies and procedures related to safety, training, recruitment and retention, records management, discipline and administrative issues.
- Provided leadership and direction to department personnel in the development and implementation of fire prevention, suppression, hazardous materials, emergency medical services, technical rescue and public education programs.
- Reviewed reports from subordinate staff regarding operational performance metrics such as response times.
- Ensured proper maintenance of vehicles and equipment used by firefighters.
- Liaison to Partner Emergency Medical Services Agencies
Education
Professional Development And Leadership Studies -
Endicott College
Beverly, MA05-2022
Organizational Leadership
UMass Boston Collins Center For Public Management
Boston, MA05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Fire/Emergency Mangement
Rivier University
Nashua, NH06-2000
Skills
- Operational leadership
- Personnel Management
- Emergency Management
- Organizational Development
- Staff Development
- Resources Allocation
- Public Speaking
- Problem Solving
Certification
- Independent Insurance Adjuster - 2019-2021
- Condominium Association President – 2016-2020
Affiliations
- Pianist
- Member of the Fire Bell Club of the New York City Fire Department
Accomplishments
- Led the Operational Staffing Committee to assist in the formulation of the Department Strategic Plan
- Directed and implemented a firefighter Line of Duty Death Board of Inquiry Commission to investigate and provide a written report of findings to fire service and community stakeholders
- Implemented the delivery of a multi-media educational presentation program to a 400 + member organization of firefighters for the purpose of releasing Board of Inquiry findings
- Developed and implemented a complete program of K-12 student fire safety education
- Created and implemented a public fire sprinkler education program utilizing an innovative demonstration trailer as an educational tool
- President of Professional Firefighters Union Local 3057 (1995-2000) representing the interests of 14 career fire fighters and negotiating two successive collective bargaining agreements
Timeline
Deputy Fire Chief
City of Worcester, MA
03.2023 - Current
CEO / Manager
Soaring Eagle Ecommerce
08.2021 - Current
Property Manager
Brownstone Condominium Trust
01.2019 - Current
District Fire Chief
City of Worcester Fire Department
06.2010 - 03.2023
- Independent Insurance Adjuster - 2019-2021
- Condominium Association President – 2016-2020
Professional Development And Leadership Studies -
Endicott College
Organizational Leadership
UMass Boston Collins Center For Public Management
Bachelor of Science - Fire/Emergency Mangement
Rivier University
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