William R. TERRELL III
Roseville,MI
Summary
Results-driven Fire Service Executive with leadership in community relations, engaging 20,000 residents annually through innovative safety programs. Managed an $800K budget and built strategic partnerships with government and community stakeholders. Holds an MBA in Executive Leadership, targeting Director-level roles in public relations or community engagement.
Overview
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Certification
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Coordinator & Logistics
Sodalis Productions LLC
01.2017 - Current
- Coordinated event logistics, enhancing guest satisfaction through meticulous execution.
- Managed vendor relationships to secure services and supplies for events.
- Managed vendor relationships, securing essential services and supplies for successful events.
- Developed comprehensive event timelines, facilitating efficient planning and execution.
Lieutenant, Community Relations Division
Detroit Fire Department
01.2000 - Current
- Functioned as Public Information Officer, engaging with media outlets and city officials while directing messaging for community events and public-safety initiatives to boost community involvement.
- Served as Public Information Officer, engaged media outlets and city officials while directing messaging for community events and public-safety initiatives, enhancing community engagement.
- Administered $800K division budget, developed DFD's original social media program, expanding it to four dedicated staff positions, strengthening outreach and communication efforts.
- Directed incident response operations during emergencies as a team member or incident commander across a 25-year career. (previously Sergeant, Ladder Co. 23; Firefighter/Fire Officer)
Education
MBA - Executive Leadership
Cleary University
Howell, MIBBA - Business Administration
Cleary University
Howell, MIAAS - Fire and Emergency Services
Macomb Community College
Warren, MICoursework
Detroit College of Business
Dearborn, MICoursework
Alabama State University
Montgomery, ALSkills
- Program logistics
- Budget management
- Crisis Management
- Crisis response
- Stakeholder engagement
- Public relations strategy
- Team Leadership & Staff Development
Certification
Public Information Officer, Fire Instructor I, Health & Safety/Incident Safety Officer, Leadership I–III, Fire Company Officer I & II, Fire Fighter I & II (MFFTC), EMT, CPR/AED/First Aid, Hazardous Materials Technician (DHIS/FEMA), NIMS/ICS Command & Strategy
Activities and Honors
- Region 2 South Advisory Board
- NAACP, Detroit Chapter
- Black Men's Wellness Day Committee
- IAFF
- National Society of Leadership & Success
- Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society
Personal Information
Title: Community Engagement & Public Relations Executive — Fire Service Leadership
Awards & Affiliations
Detroit Fire Department Executive Fire Commissioner's Commendation Award
Timeline
Event Coordinator & Logistics
Sodalis Productions LLC
01.2017 - Current
Lieutenant, Community Relations Division
Detroit Fire Department
01.2000 - Current
Coursework
Alabama State University
Coursework
Detroit College of Business
AAS - Fire and Emergency Services
Macomb Community College
BBA - Business Administration
Cleary University
MBA - Executive Leadership
Cleary University