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EPISODE 17-Chief Roundtable Discussion Part - 1 Aug 15, 2023

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Join us for a two part roundtable discussion with Fire Chiefs from around Ohio. These discussions include: Recruitment Retention Legalization/Medical Marijuana use Vehicle acquisition Department culture Adding services About the Chiefs Chief Jeffrey Deeks: Cambridge Fire Department 902 Gaston Ave. Cambridge, Ohio 43725 27 years of service Chief – 10 years Education – Ohio Fire Executive Graduate (OFE Class 16), Associates Degree in Fire Science and Bachelors Degree in Fire Administration from Columbia Southern University Certifications – State of Ohio Level II Firefighter, EMT, Fire Inspector, Fire Instructor (P) (740) 432-3232 deeks@cambridgeoh.org Deputy Chief Richard A Vober: Administrative subdivision City of Akron Fire Department 81 West Thornton St. Akron, Ohio 44311 330-375-2411 rvober@akronohio.gov Deputy Chief Richard Vober, EFO began his career as a volunteer and has served the Akron Fire Department since 1992. Deputy Chief Vober is the current Vice President for the Ohio Fire Chief’s Association, and serves as the Chair for the Metro and Ad hoc Legislative Peer Support Subcommittee. Additionally, Deputy Chief Vober serves on the Legislative, Health and Wellness, and Education subcommittees. Deputy Chief Vober is a Hiram College graduate and a 2016 graduate of the National Fire Academy’s Executive Fire Officer Program. He currently resides in Akron with his wife Sandy. Chief Chad Hollinger Sidney Department of Fire and Emergency Services 222 W. Poplar St. Sidney, Ohio 45365 937.498.2346 chollinger@sidneyoh.com Fire Chief Chad Hollinger began his career with the City of Sidney Department of Fire and Emergency Services in March of 2003. Prior to his appointment with the city, Chief Hollinger obtained fire certification in 1995 and volunteered with the villages of Arcanum and Pitsburg, Ohio. In early 2000, he began part-time fire and EMS work with the City of Englewood, Ohio. Prior to coming to Sidney, Hollinger had worked for the City of Monroe, Ohio has a full-time firefighter/EMT-B. After coming to Sidney, Chief Hollinger served on numerous teams and committees. He is a past-president and vice-president of Sidney Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 912. During his time as a firefighter/EMT-Paramedic, he received numerous letters of accommodation, unit citations, and records of exceptional performance. In May of 2011, Chief Hollinger was promoted to lieutenant and served in the fire prevention, training, and shift assignments. Due to retirements, Hollinger was again promoted in 2015 this time to the rank of Assistant Fire Chief where he served as A-crew Shift Commander and Chief of Technical Rescue. He was promoted to Deputy Fire Chief in 2019 and to Fire Chief in 2020. He has served in that rank since. Chief Hollinger holds an Associate Degree from Sinclair Community College in Fire Administration and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Fire and Safety Engineering Technology from the University of Cincinnati. In April of 2018, Hollinger graduated from the Ohio Fire Executive program through the Ohio Fire Chief’s Association as a member of Class 16. Chief Hollinger is a state of Ohio certified Level II Firefighter, EMT-Paramedic, Certified Fire Safety Inspector, Fire Instructor, and Continuing Education Instructor. Additionally, he has completed Hazardous Materials Technician, HazMat Officer & Safety Officer, Fire Investigator, Level 1 Technical Rescue, and Fire Officer 1, 2, and 3 training. Chief Hollinger is the Northwest District Director for the Ohio Fire Chief’s Association and serves on numerous committees for the OFCA. In 2022, Chief Hollinger was recognized as a ‘Fellow’ in the Ohio Fire & Emergency Services Foundation and became a credentialed Ohio Fire Chief. Chief Hollinger serves on numerous non-profit boards in Sidney and Shelby County in leadership roles. He and his wife Beth reside in the Sidney area along with their two daughters.

EPISODE 16 - The HERO Program - Lt. Shawn Wittkop Jul 15, 2023

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Listen in to hear about the development, implementation, and benefits of having a community paramedicine program. Lt. Shawn Wittkop has been through it all and shares his insights on how programs like the one he has helped develop may fit your department and community needs.

EPISODE 15 - The Winter Symposium - Lt. Shawn Wittkop Jun 15, 2023

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Please join us as we discuss the Winter Symposium with LT. Shawn Wittkop who was attending for the first time. Discussion aims to look at the benefits of the Winter Symposium and what some take aways were from this years symposium.

OFCA EPISODE 14- Dr. Candace Ashby - Part 2 May 15, 2023

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Dr. Candace Ashby Battalion Chief, Indianapolis Fire Department speaks from her many years of experience in the fire service. She discusses topics related to her classes presented at the Ohio Fire Chief's Association Winter Symposium. These classes titled "Listen, Learn, Lead" and "Management vs. Leadership" covered so many topics and issues that apply to fire service leaders today. Discussion items are: Organizational Leadership Staff motivation Self reflection Controlling behaviors and feelings Issues that are pressing all fire service organizations This is part 2

OFCA EPISODE 13 - Dr. Candace Ashby - Part 1 Apr 15, 2023

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Dr. Candace Ashby Battalion Chief, Indianapolis Fire Department speaks from her many years of experience in the fire service. She discusses topics related to her classes presented at the Ohio Fire Chief's Association Winter Symposium. These classes titled "Listen, LEarn, Lead" and "Management vs. Leadership" covered so many topics and issues that apply to fire service leaders today. Discussion items are: Organizational Leadership Staff motivation Self reflection Controlling behaviors and feelings Issues that are pressing all fire service organizations Join us on our journey with Dr. Ashby in this two part episode.

EPISODE 12 - Part 2 - Captain Brad French - The Company Officer as an Instructor Mar 15, 2023

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Join us for part 2 as Captain Brad French continues our discussion on the importance of the company officer and their role in motivating and educating those around them. Captain French calls this topic "The Company Officer as an Instructor". Discussion revolves around: The necessity for ongoing training Having passion for the job How motivational an officer can be How this can affect all different ranks Those in an acting role And much more

EPISODE 11 - Part 1 - Captain Brad French - The Company Officer as an Instructor Feb 15, 2023

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Join us for part 1 of Captain Brad French and our discussion on the importance of the company officer and their role in motivating and educating those around them. Captain French calls this topic "The Company Officer as an Instructor". Discussion revolves around: The necessity for ongoing training Having passion for the job How motivational an officer can be How this can affect all different ranks Those in an acting role And much more

OFCA EPISODE 10 - Winter Symposium Jan 15, 2023

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Chief O'Brien, Hartbarger, and Frey discuss the upcoming Winter Symposium. Winter Symposium Join the Ohio Fire Chiefs' Association for the 2023 Winter Symposium on March 7-8, 2023! Registration http://www.ohiofirechiefs.com/aws/OFCA/pt/sp/symposium Hotel Information: The hotel information for the Sheraton Columbus at Capitol Square is listed below. Use our event name and reference number to arrange your hotel accommodations. Name of Event: Ohio Fire Chiefs Association Winter Symposium 2023 Reference #: M-NU5BYFA To make your hotel reservations online, http://www.ohiofirechiefs.com/aws/OFCA/pt/sp/symposium or you can also call Marriott reservations at (614) 365-4500 to make your hotel reservation over the phone. 2023 Winter Symposium Agenda Tuesday, March 7, 2023 1:00 PM - Welcome (Deputy Chief Rick Vober, OFCA Vice President) 1:00 PM - Listen, Learn, Lead! (Dr. Candace Ashby, IAAI-CFI, CFEI, CFII, CVFI, MIFireE, Battalion Chief, Indianapolis Fire Department) 3:30 PM - Legislative Update (OFCA Legislative Committee Chair, Chief Steve Agenbroad; OFCA Legislative Agent, Michelle Fitzgibbon) 4:00 PM - Conclusion 4:45 PM - Photo in front of the Ohio Statehouse 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM - Legislative Reception at the Ohio Statehouse Atrium Wednesday, March 8, 2023 7:30 AM - Breakfast 8:00 AM - Welcome 8:00 AM - Management vs. Leadership (Dr. Candace Ashby, IAAI-CFI, CFEI, CFII, CVFI, MIFireE, Battalion Chief, Indianapolis Fire Department) 9:30 AM - Types of Stress Experienced by First Responders (Dr. Kathleen M. Chard, Associate Chief of Staff for Research and Director of Trauma Recovery at the Cincinnati VA Medical Center) 11:30 AM - Conclusion About the Speakers: Dr. Candace Ashby - Dr. Candace Ashby has over 33 years of fire service experience and is a Battalion Chief with the Indianapolis Fire Department. Her educational background includes a Doctorate of Management in Organizational Leadership. She is President of Key Fire Investigations and ELITE Public Safety Consulting. Dr. Ashby enjoys making a positive impact on the fire service through coaching and mentoring fire officers in all areas of management and leadership. Dr. Kathleen M. Chard - Dr. Chard is the Associate Chief of Staff for Research and Director of Trauma Recovery Center at the Cincinnati VA Medical Center. She is also a Professor of Clinical Psychiatry and Director of the UC Health Stress Center at the University of Cincinnati. Dr. Chard is an international expert on the assessment and treatment of stress related disorders including PTSD. Dr. Chard is an active researcher and she has received over 20 million dollars in funding to examine stress epidemiology, assessment and treatment in Veterans, first responders and civilians. She frequently provides trainings on the causes of stress, stress management and PTSD to first responders throughout the United States. Follow this link to learn more about the classes. http://www.ohiofirechiefs.com/aws/OFCA/pt/sp/symposium

OFCA EPISODE 9 - State Fire Marshal Kevin Reardon - The Task Force on Volunteer Fire Service Dec 15, 2022

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State Fire Marshal Kevin Reardon talks about the challenges that are facing the volunteer fire service in Ohio. In this podcast there is discussion on: What The Task Force on Volunteer Fire Service is What the goals and objectives of the task force is Reasons why volunteers are declining Importance of volunteer fire departments Ideas to start the conversation of change Finances and Budget Important links: Main webpage that has fact sheets, meeting minutes, raoundable recordings, and announcements can be found at https://com.ohio.gov/divisions-and-programs/state-fire-marshal/about-state-fire-marshal/task-force-volunteer-fire-service To see many related articles and research please visit the National Volunteer Fire Council's website at https://www.nvfc.org/press-room/

Episode 8 - Part 2 - Chief Josh Hartbarger and Chief Doug Meyer - The W3 Cooperative Nov 15, 2022

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Part 2 - Chiefs Doug Meyer and Josh Hartbarger talk about the W3 cooperative. They discuss many different aspects of forming the cooperative such as benefits, relationships, and hardships. Talking points: Formation of the W3 Cooperative Relationships Budgeting Teamwork

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