At a mere 46, I’m a happily married firefighter/paramedic with 26 years on the job, two lovely daughters who keep me humble, and a not-so-secret mission to take over the rope rescue world—one training course at a time. I’ve spent the last 16 years as a tactical SWAT medic, and for the past 4 years I’ve been the owner/operator of Prevail Rescue Solutions, bringing lightweight, rapid vertical mobility and practical casualty management to teams that want real-world performance, not just check-the-box certifications. Along the way, I’ve contributed to FIRESCOPE and NWCG REMS working groups, served on State Fire Training rewrite committees, spoken at educational conferences across the nation, and helped drive program development at the state level—because if we’re going to do this job, we might as well do it smarter, safer, and with a little grit baked in.

Megan helps fire and police departments improve performance and reduce preventable health risks with practical, evidence-based nutrition training designed for shift work.

Patrick Nulty serves as the EMS Battalion Chief for the Santa Monica Fire Department, where he leads multiple innovative programs focused on community risk reduction, mobile integrated healthcare, and EMS system optimization. With over two decades of experience in fire and emergency medical services, Chief Nulty has been instrumental in developing collaborative models that address high 9-1-1 utilization, improve patient outcomes, and enhance operational efficiency. He is a passionate advocate for data-driven decision-making, cross-sector partnerships, and scalable solutions that meet the evolving needs of communities.

Steven is a Registered Nurse and Paramedic with nearly 20 years of experience in various healthcare settings, including 911 EMS, Community Hospitals, Regional Trauma Centers, and Critical Access facilities. Currently serving as a Flight Nurse in the Bay Area, he also maintains his skills and versatility by working in hospital settings. Steven has actively volunteered with the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA), contributing chapters to both the 8th and 9th editions of the Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC). He serves as a Chairperson for the California ENA Trauma Committee and is the Treasurer of the Bay Area Chapter of the ENA.

Kwesi Millington was a police officer who responded to a call at an airport. What followed made national headlines, changed his life forever, and tested everything he thought he knew about justice, identity, and personal strength. He was wrongfully convicted of perjury, sentenced to prison, and stripped of his career. His story could have ended there. Instead, it became the foundation for his most powerful work. Today, Kwesi speaks to audiences who are walking through hardship of their own—students unsure of where they stand, professionals battling burnout, and first responders carrying more than most will ever understand. His message is simple: What feels broken can still make you stronger. And his goal is clear: Help people bounce back, move forward, and become unbreakable.

Michael Kaduce, MPS, NRP is the Director of the Falck Health Institute, where he leads national and international initiatives focused on EMS initial education, continuing education, and research. In this role, he oversees the development of innovative education programs designed to strengthen workforce readiness, clinical excellence, and evidence-based practice across prehospital systems. Michael previously served as the EMT Program Director at the UCLA Center for Prehospital Care within the David Geffen School of Medicine, where he led the largest EMT education program in the United States for six years. His work spans peer-reviewed publications, national research presentations, and authorship of the most widely used EMT and paramedic textbooks in the field. He serves as the West Coast Representative on the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians Board of Directors and teaches NAEMT courses globally. Michael is also a Research Associate with the UCLA Prehospital Care Research Forum. Before transitioning into education and research leadership, Michael worked as a firefighter paramedic, grounding his career in frontline EMS practice.

Samuel Crenshaw is a Fire Captain with the Sonoma County Fire District and a Helicopter Rescue Paramedic with the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office. With nearly two decades of experience spanning structural firefighting, advanced life support, wilderness medicine, and technical rescue, he has served in roles from frontline paramedic to leadership positions within local, state, and federal agencies. Previously, he worked with the National Park Service in Yosemite and Lake Mead, where he combined emergency response with program development, training, and interagency coordination. Beyond fire and EMS, Samuel has held leadership roles in education, including as a Teach For America Director and award-winning high school teacher. He holds master’s degrees from Brown University and the University of Chicago, and a bachelor’s degree with highest honors from UC Berkeley. Recognized with multiple awards for both lifesaving care and leadership, he continues to blend operational excellence with mentorship, training, and service to community.

Victoria Hall began her career with the San Bernardino County Department of Behavioral Health in 2005. Ms. Hall is committed to the health and wellness of her community as shown through her many years as a dedicated advocate for recovery and resiliency through education and compassion. As a Mental Health Education Consultant currently assigned to Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) Program for Law Enforcement and Community Partners, Ms. Hall has assisted in the delivery of trainings reaching thousands to provide education and information on ways to recognize a behavioral health crisis, communicate appropriately, de-escalate, and connect community residents and their families to appropriate resources. Ms. Hall is a certified San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Academy Instructor, a certified CIT Coordinator through CIT International, and holds additional certifications as a Mental Health First Aid Trainer, LEAP© Instructor and Trauma Informed Instructor through SAMHSA.