Kyle is a 20-year veteran with East Montgomery County Fire Department, oversees the training division as a Battalion Chief, and is in love with engine work. 

Kyle is the owner of smoothbore cartel and founder and administrator of Engine Company Resurrection. Kyle teaches engine operations for several well-known fire service instructor groups such as FD Tactics, Brothers in Battle, and Oathkeepers Engine Cadre.

His primary objective is to share knowledge about the value of Engine work with his fellow firefighters.

He travels the country providing lectures and hands-on training on engine company skills and provides one of the most compelling lectures on fire attack in the industry.

His organization provides sponsorship opportunities for firefighters to attend conferences around the country.

His efforts are well-known, and respected, and his instructional methodology is second to none.

@smoothborecartel

@firehousevigilance

@countyfiretactics

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Chris is a Captain with the Niagara Falls Fire Department and is a passionate advocate for first responder mental health, with a unique perspective from the front lines of emergency response. Chris sheds light on what it's like for a firefighter to navigate the complexities of mental health issues and the associated stigmas and often arduous journey of recovery.

He's triumphed over addiction, celebrating 13 years of sobriety. Chris channels his own experiences into a mission of helping others by openly discussing his story, offering motivation, and providing encouragement to those grappling with similar challenges.

Chris is more than just a survivor; he's a beacon of hope and a living testament to the transformative power of recovery. 

You can find his podcast Authentic Adversity on all platforms and apps.

@_chris_howe_

@authenticadversity

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Sachin Latti is the heart of Sachinmotion. With a growing team of supporters around him, his goal is to raise money and awareness for veterans & first responders in need of help as they heal from PTSD & mental health illnesses, as these issues have been a part of his life.

Sachin comes from a Sikh community that has been in military service for hundreds of years, as well as a family with a history, in the armed forces. He runs for veterans because it’s in his blood. Lieutenant Gurbux Singh, Sachin’s great-grandfather, served in WWI under the British Indian Army with great distinction, and his son, Sachin’s great uncle, Lieutenant Colonel Bhag Singh, was awarded the Military Cross fighting in WWII.

Sachin’s grandfather, Bhajan Singh, served in the Punjab Police for many years, retiring as a Superintendent of Police. Continuing Sachin’s family’s dedication to service, Bhajan Singh was awarded the President of India Meritorious Police Medal.

After 18 years of law enforcement service, Sachin realized that he’d experienced situations that he didn’t know how to cope with mentally. Now, as he learns how to deal with his mental health, he wants to honour the memories of his forefathers and those that paved the way for him and advocate for those that have been in similar situations.

Sachin recently completed 22 marathons in 22 days in British Columbia Canada in support of Honour House, a tranquil retreat, a place of education and personal growth. Here, members of our Canadian Armed Forces, Veterans, Emergency Services Personnel, and their families can discover cutting-edge strategies in the treatment of operational stress injuries including anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The goal: empower these heroes so they are better equipped to navigate the often debilitating emotional and physical stresses of selfless commitment to service.

@sach.in.motion

https://www.sachinmotion.ca/

https://www.honourhouse.ca/

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Jesse’s impressive career has been wholeheartedly dedicated to many facets of the fire service. He not only owns and operates SFA but has also been a firefighter for fifteen years. He is a career firefighter and acting captain with a suburban fire department and serves as a captain with two rural volunteer departments. 

Beyond the fire-ground, Jesse is renowned for his exceptional skills as a fire instructor. He has a passion and enthusiasm that is truly infectious and possesses an innate ability to inspire both his colleagues and aspiring firefighters. Jesse is a dedicated natural leader and a truly remarkable person, who is devoted to helping influence the future of the fire service.

@jesse_james_bond

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Jesse Coomer is one of the foremost voices in the world of breathwork today. He is a Human Performance Specialist, Breathworker, and renowned speaker in the field of Breathwork. 

In 2009, he began a life transformation mission that led him to discover how our physiology and psychology often conflict with the modern world. In 2014, he became passionate about breath training as a method to combat his anxiety. Since then, he has trained in several breathwork techniques, certified as a personal trainer, become a leading author on the subjects of breathwork & cold exposure training, and a voice of practicality in the world of health and mental fitness on his YouTube Channel. 

He now leads workshops, lectures, and training sessions around the USA while training athletes, CEOs, first responders, military, and people from every walk of life who seek to optimize their performance, reduce their anxiety levels, and live healthier lives.

Jesse is also the founder of The Language of Breath Collective and the founder of Breathwork Tactics.

https://www.jessecoomer.com/

@jessecoomerbreath

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Based in Toronto Canada, Marie Bodine facilitates powerful breath and meditation events and Wim Hof Method workshops throughout North America. 

Marie's workshops along with talks about cultivating more inner peace provide audiences with lifelong skills that create confidence, improve physical and mental resilience, and deepen self-respect.

In addition to consulting with corporations, Marie has worked with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Emergency Task Force, the Canadian Special Operations Regiment, and the Department of National Defence.

@marie.bodine

https://innerpeaceportal.com/

bodinemarie@gmail.com 

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Tyler was born and raised in the Bruce Peninsula and now lives in beautiful central-northern Ontario.

Exposed to emergency services at a young age by his grandfather who was a dedicated Ontario Provincial Police officer he developed a love and devotion for helping his community. Through his years of service as a Paramedic in rural Ontario, and a decade as a volunteer firefighter, he has maintained that selfless, caring, people-first mentality.

Tyler continues to make strides in the emergency services profession, through leadership, professionalism, training, advocacy, and interpersonal relationships. He promotes a strong mental health foundation of resilience and has a deep love for his young family. 

Instagram: Olmy4122 

Email: tjolmstead22@gmail.com

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Chris is a 9-year veteran of the FDNY. A pitcher on the FDNY Baseball team, an athlete of the FDNY CrossFit team, and part owner of IGY6 Fitness. His goal is simple, to motivate, build, push, and be a means to a fitter more well-rounded first responder. 

@chris_igy6fitness 

@nyc_igy6fitness 

@next_rung 

Co-Owner IGY6 Fitness

FDNY

ISSA Strength and Conditioning

CrossFit Level-1 & 2

CrossFit Aerobic Capacity

CrossFit Anatomy

CrossFit Weightlifting

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Scott Heywood is a Battalion Chief and has been with the Buffalo Fire Department for 26 years. He has been married for 29 years and he and his wife have 3 grown children and 2 dogs. One of his sons has carried on the fire service tradition as a Firefighter with Memphis.

@scottbfd33

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Jenny worked as an Advanced Care Tactical Paramedic for the Region of Peel. After 22 years on the job, she was diagnosed with PTSD as a result of her exposure to cumulative trauma. She has remained a strong advocate for first responder mental health and continues to openly share her personal story of post-traumatic growth and recovery. She has participated as a public speaker at various fund-raising events in an effort to continue to raise mental health awareness, encourage a shift in the current emergency services culture, and contribute towards ending the stigma associated with PTSD and OSIs in the workplace.

In 2021, she began a retraining program through the University of Guelph-Humber, where she is currently obtaining a Bachelor of Health Sciences Degree, with a focus on health, wellness, and holistic nutrition. Jenny is passionate about creating health and wellness strategies that are rooted in healthier nutrition, movement, breathwork, writing, nature, and a supportive community – and most recently, cold plunging! She is a certified Sherpa Breath & Cold Instructor.

Outside of her advocacy work and her focus on obtaining her degree, Jenny is a wife, mother, and seasoned musician.

For the past 8 years, she has been working alongside her husband as the lead singer of their acoustic duo. She has also joined a new project, lending her talents as a backup singer and percussionist in a signed Canadian band. Their record is projected to be released later this year.

Instagram: @jenni_fromthe_blok

Instagram: @jennyhowesduo

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jenny.howes.5/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JennyHowesMusic/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-ralph-8aa3b1235/

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Jeff's a retired JTF2 sniper (tier 1 special forces) and now focuses on sharing the science and possibilities of a forgotten theory called post-traumatic growth. 

He and his wife Jessica Lee Depatie are producing a documentary on PTG titled ‘Dark Night of Our Soul’. 

This film examines post-traumatic growth beyond the clinical setting, to ask the question: how can we make it an option for everyone?

Dark Night of Our Soul explores emerging scientific breakthroughs in neuroscience and mental health, as well as ancient mythology, and the evolution of our species.

It is written by Rick Alexander and directed by Luke Zachariah Montgomery. 

Watch the trailer and short:

https://www.posttraumaticgrowth.film/ 

Help support the completion of the film: 

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jessicadepatie/dark-night-of-our-soul-documentary

@jeffdepatie_

@jessicasepatie_

@rickalexander_

@zachariah_montgomery

@darknightofoursoul_

MCP 

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Kevin is a fire service captain and Instructor with almost 20 years on the job.  In 2021, he was diagnosed with a stress injury that had been clearly accumulating for many years.  He chose to explore alternative methodologies in treating his injury and has had great success.  Hopefully, his story can shed light on what is becoming an increasingly recognized hazard of our profession (stress-related injuries) and some of the options firefighters have to work through them.

@bigkkapitan

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David is a Fire Captain at Santee Fire Department with 24 years of service. His passion in the fire service is training and cancer awareness. Being a survivor of work-related cancer has inspired him to make others aware of the dangers of cancer in the fire service and how to protect against it. Spending time with family is most important to David; he has been happily married for 29 years and raised two adult children. His son is now interested in pursuing a career in the fire service, and his married daughter is in the science field.  He enjoys running, hiking, kayaking, and finding new adventures to share with family and friends.

@dleask_72

leaskfour@twc.com

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Steve Is an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys pushing his limits and has always been drawn to the mountains and water. He is a 14-year Firefighter and student of the fire service, exploring efficiencies and tactics with a focus on aggressive professional performance, safety, and situational awareness. He instructs in fire-ground and marine operations within his department and part-time at a fire school. His goal in teaching is to grow and learn and leave students with a better understanding of the "why" behind tactics. He is also a peer support program co-lead and uses therapy, good friends, sarcasm and fitness keep him balanced.

higginssd@hotmail.com

@higgyp0p

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Ricky is a Firefighter with the London Fire Brigade and was one of over 250 first responders who were called to the fire at Grenfell Tower, on the 14th of June 2017. The fire tragically claimed the lives of 72 residents and injured over 70 more.

He suffered from PTSD as a result of the life-changing decisions he had to make that night, as well as carrying the weight of previous traumatic incidents over a long career.With a new perspective, He’s now a mental health advocate and public voice, focusing on raising awareness of the importance of social and workplace mental health and well-being.

https://www.justrick.co.uk/

@rickynuttallofficial

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Manny is a nozzleman with San Antonio Fire. Born, raised, and still lives and works in the city's inner west side close to his home. Engine and Nozzle work is his passion and is a true believer that the basics are where the fight is won. A Marine Corps combat veteran and first-generation college graduate. He is a proud husband and father of 3 and a field training officer with his dept.

@manny_b210

@andyfredericksghost

Manuelbarajas210@gmail.com

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Brent is a tenured Firefighter with thirty years of emergency service experience. He has served twelve years with the Office of the Fire Marshal as an Emergency Response Specialist., coordinating the provincial deployment of emergency response for hazardous materials and urban search and rescue emergencies. He has investigated illegal grow-ops, clandestine drug labs, and countless fire scenes and operated in a safety officer role at major emergency operations across the province. He is also a District Chief with Tay Township Fire Department, an instructor at Southwest Fire Academy for many years, and as of late 2022 accepted the role of Principal coordinating daily operations. 

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Dr. Jody Burnett is a Registered Doctoral Psychologist with the Saskatchewan College of Psychologists, providing service to the general public, specializing in service provision to first responders/public safety personnel and their families for the past 20 years.  She is a Clinical Research Associate and Therapist at PSPNET with the Canadian Institute for Public Safety Research and Treatment (CIPSRT) and supports outreach and engagement of these services across Canada. An Adjunct Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Regina, Jody pursued both her academic and professional career in Regina, Saskatchewan, completing her Ph.D. in Educational Psychology and successfully establishing her own consulting firm (J. Burnett Consulting) specializing in high-performance training, counseling and research/evaluation within various sectors including health, education, and justice.  

PSPNET, a clinical research unit in partnership with the Canadian Institute for Public Safety Research and Treatment (CIPSRT), delivering online services tailored to Public Service Personnel in need of mental health support. PSPNET also provides families of PSP with mental health support through PSPNET Families, which delivers a rich foundation and understanding of what it means to be “on the job” for the family members of PSP. 

@pspnetcanada

www.pspnet.ca

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