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Smart Firefighting Podcast covers real-world deployments of smart technologies through conversations with technologists, innovators, companies, and forward-thinking public safety and government agencies. Learn from interviews with leaders as they share their insights and offer their expertise every week!

Host Kevin Sofen is a co-founding member of the Smart First Responder Community who loves to explore change management and technology in public safety.
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Episode 87: Jim Pauley CEO of the National Fire Protection Association

Smart FirefightingMay 25, 2021

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Episode 204: Commanding the Digital Battlefield: TAK's Revolution in Public Safety with Ryan McLean

Episode 204: Commanding the Digital Battlefield: TAK's Revolution in Public Safety with Ryan McLean

Let's talk TAK (Tactical Assault Kit)...

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

In this episode:

  • How TAK transforms public safety with shared awareness and strategic visualization
  • Insights around how TAK speeds up high-quality decisions for tactical end users
  • How open-source and AI advancements are setting the stage for the next evolution of TAK

Hear from Ryan McLean - the Director of TAK Product Center.

TAK (Tactical Assault Kit) is a tool that provides shared awareness and helps visualize the relationship between friendly forces and targets. It was initially developed for the Air Force but has recently been adopted by other services and agencies.

Ryan discusses the concept of information dominance and how TAK enables tactical end users to make high-quality decisions faster than their adversaries. He emphasizes the value of TAK for public safety and law enforcement, encouraging them to consider using TAK and highlighting the importance of hands-on experience to understand its benefits. McLean also explains the total cost of ownership of TAK, emphasizing its lower cost than licensed software.

So click play now to find out what he has to share!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Mar 21, 202458:43
Episode 203: Harnessing Virtual Reality for a New Era in Firefighter Training with Rick Huffman

Episode 203: Harnessing Virtual Reality for a New Era in Firefighter Training with Rick Huffman

What provides realistic experiences and allows for practicing in high-risk scenarios?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining us for our 4 part TSI Mini Series! ⁠⁠⁠The Technology Summit International (TSI)⁠⁠⁠, held in Texas from December 5-7, 2023, focused on the practical implementation of technology in fire services. Its aim was to bring together the brightest minds in the fire service to explore technologies that made a real difference in firefighter safety and decision making.

It wasn't just about new tools; it was about effectively integrating them into the everyday realities of firefighting. The summit delved into the root cause of fire service challenges while exploring new ideas and pushing the boundaries of what was possible in firefighting.

In this episode:

  • How can creating and using data effectively be easy, timely, and valuable for firefighters?
  • In what ways does implementing new data and technology solutions improve efficiency, decision-making, and safety in the fire service?
  • What potential does virtual reality and immersive learning have in fire service training?

Hear from Rick Huffman - the Division Chief of Clackamas Fire District.

Rick talks about the importance of data and technology in the fire service, highlighting the evolution of data collection. He also emphasizes the challenges of creating and using data effectively, including the need for simplicity and value proposition.

Rick shares success stories of implementing new data and technology solutions in the fire service, and also explores the role of VR and immersive learning in fire service training - particularly for high-risk scenarios.

So click play now to find out what he has to share! And thanks a ton for tuning in to our TSI Mini Series!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Mar 14, 202423:21
Episode 202: Firefighting in the Digital Age: Insights on How to Embrace Innovation with Shawn Downs

Episode 202: Firefighting in the Digital Age: Insights on How to Embrace Innovation with Shawn Downs

Embracing technology requires a mindset of evolution, not revolution...

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining us for our 4 part TSI Mini Series! ⁠⁠The Technology Summit International (TSI)⁠⁠, held in Texas from December 5-7, 2023, focused on the practical implementation of technology in fire services. Its aim was to bring together the brightest minds in the fire service to explore technologies that made a real difference in firefighter safety and decision making.

It wasn't just about new tools; it was about effectively integrating them into the everyday realities of firefighting. The summit delved into the root cause of fire service challenges while exploring new ideas and pushing the boundaries of what was possible in firefighting.

In this episode:

  • How can technology enhance firefighting without changing tradition?
  • What are the key challenges and solutions in achieving interoperability and a common operating picture?
  • How can technology firms and fire departments better work together to enhance the safety and efficiency of firefighting services?

Find out from Shawn Downs - Deputy Fire Chief of Washington DC's Fire and EMS Department.

Chief Downs talks about the transformative impact of technology in the fire service industry, highlighting his experiences at the TSI.

He emphasizes the role of tech in enhancing firefighter training, safety, and operational effectiveness. He also stresses the importance of interoperability among fire departments and advocates for a collaborative approach to problem-solving between tech companies and emergency services.

So click play now to find out what he has to share! And stay tuned for the rest of our TSI Mini Series!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Mar 07, 202459:52
Episode 201: Fight Fires, Not Software: A New Way to Embrace Fire Service Management with Marcus Edwards

Episode 201: Fight Fires, Not Software: A New Way to Embrace Fire Service Management with Marcus Edwards

How is Stationwise setting the bar for integration, efficiency, and user experience in emergency services?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining us for our 4 part TSI Mini Series! ⁠The Technology Summit International (TSI)⁠, held in Texas from December 5-7, 2023, focused on the practical implementation of technology in fire services. Its aim was to bring together the brightest minds in the fire service to explore technologies that made a real difference in firefighter safety and decision making.

It wasn't just about new tools; it was about effectively integrating them into the everyday realities of firefighting. The summit delved into the root cause of fire service challenges while exploring new ideas and pushing the boundaries of what was possible in firefighting.

In this episode:

  • How can Stationwise's approach to data integration and analysis transform fire departments’ daily operations?
  • What are the potential impacts of improved staffing and resource management for first responders’ mental health and well-being?
  • In what ways can fire departments leverage technology like Stationwise to better prepare and respond to the evolving challenges in emergency services?

Hear from Marcus Edwards - the CEO of Stationwise.

Marcus discusses the origin story of the company and its mission to provide vertical software solutions for fire departments. He highlights the pain points in the industry, such as the lack of interoperability and outdated back-office software. Edwards explains how Stationwise aims to save time and streamline processes through automation and integration.

He also emphasizes the importance of effective communication and collaboration within fire departments. Looking ahead, Stationwise plans to scale up and expand its offerings to other industries while maintaining a focus on the fire service.

So click play now to find out what he has to share! And stay tuned for the rest of our TSI Mini Series!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Feb 29, 202428:49
Episode 200: Bridging Tradition & Innovation: Chief David Povlitz on the Fire Service Evolution

Episode 200: Bridging Tradition & Innovation: Chief David Povlitz on the Fire Service Evolution

Technology should just enhance, not replace, firefighters. Here's how:

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining us for our 4 part TSI Mini Series! The Technology Summit International (TSI), held in Texas from December 5-7, 2023, focused on the practical implementation of technology in fire services. Its aim was to bring together the brightest minds in the fire service to explore technologies that made a real difference in firefighter safety and decision making.

It wasn't just about new tools; it was about effectively integrating them into the everyday realities of firefighting. The summit delved into the root cause of fire service challenges while exploring new ideas and pushing the boundaries of what was possible in firefighting.

In this episode:

  • How can fire departments balance the preservation of traditional firefighting methods with the adoption of new technologies?
  • What ethical considerations should be taken into account when implementing advanced technologies in emergency services?
  • In what ways can international collaboration contribute to the advancement of technology in fire services, and how can smaller departments keep pace with these changes?

Find out from David Povlitz - the Fire Chief at Arlington County Fire Department and chair-elect of the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments Homeland Security Committee Advisory Council.

Chief Povlitz’s background covers a range of areas, including budget development, information technology integration, emergency communications, training, and emergency management support. He also is an experienced incident commander, planning section chief, and operations section chief for large-scale incidents and complex events. He has more than 20 years of involvement with special operations including hazardous materials, collapsed building and rope rescue, as well as technical, marine, and dive rescue incidents.

So click play now to find out what he has to share! And stay tuned for the rest of our TSI Mini Series!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Feb 23, 202427:03
Episode 199: Innovating Policing: How Humble PD Utilizes Drone Technology with Officer Kent Guidry

Episode 199: Innovating Policing: How Humble PD Utilizes Drone Technology with Officer Kent Guidry

What are the keys to successful drone implementation?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

In this episode:

  • Discover how drone technology can further evolve to meet the unique challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in different environments
  • Learn about the journey to drone integration, including training, community engagement, and real-world success stories
  • Understand what measures can be taken to balance the use of drones in policing with concerns about privacy and civil liberties

Hear from Officer Kent Guidry of the Humble (Texas) Police Department.

The department currently has 10 drones, including DJI and Autel models, which are used for various purposes such as crime scene investigation, accident reconstruction, and search and rescue operations. The drones have significantly improved officer safety by providing real-time situational awareness and reducing the need for officers to enter potentially dangerous situations.

The department has also prioritized community engagement and communication to address any privacy concerns and showcase the value of their drone program.

So click play now to find out what he has to share!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Feb 15, 202455:38
Episode 198: Eyes in the Sky: Indiana DHS's Innovative Drone Program with Mike White

Episode 198: Eyes in the Sky: Indiana DHS's Innovative Drone Program with Mike White

What are the challenges in drone implementation?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

In this episode:

  • Understand the context into how drones enhance officer safety by providing situational awareness, recon, and overwatch capabilities
  • Learn the importance of choosing the right drone platform for a specific mission and review the advantages and capabilities of different drones
  • Find out why the future of drones in public safety includes expanding their usage for inspections, accident investigations, and law enforcement operations

Get the scoop from Mike White - CBRNE Assistant Section Chief at Indiana Department of Homeland Security and Commissioner of the Indiana Emergency Response Commission.

He delves into the innovative uses of drones for tasks ranging from mapping erosion to enhancing event security. Learn about the challenges they face, including public perception and technology considerations, and get a glimpse into the future of drones in public safety.

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Feb 08, 202439:19
Episode 197: Unseen Paths: SYSNAV’s Infrastructure-Free Positioning with the SYSNAV team

Episode 197: Unseen Paths: SYSNAV’s Infrastructure-Free Positioning with the SYSNAV team

From underground facilities to an urban canyon...

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ competition is designed to pinpoint 3D tracking technologies that provide one-meter accuracy for first responders in indoor environments, crucial for enhancing their safety during rescue operations.

The 6 finalist teams competed in localization and ruggedization tests at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center from October 23-27, 2023. Winning teams gain access to funding, business support, and live field testing opportunities to evolve their solutions for real-world application.

In this episode:

  • Discover SYSNAV's magneto-inertial technology that brings positioning accuracy to challenging environments
  • Learn how SYSNAV's PLD electronic modules and software algorithms work in tandem to guide and track critical movements without reliance on traditional localization infrastructure
  • Find out how the FRST challenge has helped drive future development of technology for first responders

Click play now to hear from the SYSNAV team!

Founded in 2008 by engineers from top French engineering schools, SYSNAV is a fast-growing French SME with innovation and deep tech at the core of its DNA.

SYSNAV is an expert in navigation, positioning, geolocation and motion capture. Their solutions provide positioning information in all conditions, even in complex environments with no GPS coverage, without the need to deploy any infrastructure.

SYSNAV’s unique technology is applied to many different sectors: medical and pharmaceutical industries, energy and petrochemical industries, manufacturing industries, mining industry, aeronautics and airports, homeland security and defense, mobility and autonomous vehicles.

And that's a wrap for our FRST Challenge Mini Series! Thanks so much for tuning in. Keep an eye out for our next episode!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Feb 01, 202412:54
Episode 196: Behind the Fire Line: First Responder Perspectives on Old & New Technology Value with Chris Moon & Seth Burton

Episode 196: Behind the Fire Line: First Responder Perspectives on Old & New Technology Value with Chris Moon & Seth Burton

Two firefighters' two cents:

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ competition is designed to pinpoint 3D tracking technologies that provide one-meter accuracy for first responders in indoor environments, crucial for enhancing their safety during rescue operations.

The 6 finalist teams competed in localization and ruggedization tests at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center from October 23-27, 2023. Winning teams gain access to funding, business support, and live field testing opportunities to evolve their solutions for real-world application.

In this episode:

  • Examine the real-world applications and value of emerging technologies as seen through the experiences of two firefighters
  • Understand the strategies for engaging with the public safety sector
  • Gain insights into the unique culture of first responders and the messages that resonate most when introducing new technology

So click play now to get the inside scoop from Chris Moon and Seth Burton - firefighters for the Columbus Fire Department in Indiana - and stay tuned for the rest of our mini series!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Jan 25, 202412:57
Episode 195: Tech Talks: The Rolfson Father-Daughter Duo on Innovation & Opportunities with Dale & Abi Rolfson

Episode 195: Tech Talks: The Rolfson Father-Daughter Duo on Innovation & Opportunities with Dale & Abi Rolfson

A father-daughter conversation:

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ competition is designed to pinpoint 3D tracking technologies that provide one-meter accuracy for first responders in indoor environments, crucial for enhancing their safety during rescue operations.

The 6 finalist teams competed in localization and ruggedization tests at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center from October 23-27, 2023. Winning teams gain access to funding, business support, and live field testing opportunities to evolve their solutions for real-world application.

In this episode:

  • Explore new technological frontiers in public safety
  • Discover how generational collaboration can foster innovation in emergency response technology
  • The unique dynamics of family partnership in pushing the boundaries of tech development

Find out from Dale Rolfson and Abi Rolfson.

Dale is the Chief Technology Officer at the Indianapolis Fire Department, and was their Information Technology Manager for more than 34 years.

His daughter Abi attends Indiana University and is currently interning with the iSite project at IU's Crisis Technologies Innovation Lab in collaboration with San Francisco Communications. She's also an Undergraduate Instructor at Indiana University's Luddy School of Informatics, Computing, and Engineering.

So click play now to hear what they have to share, and stay tuned for the rest of our mini series!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Jan 18, 202421:08
Episode 194: Safety in the Skies: Inside the Texas Public Safety Robotics Summit with Preston Culver

Episode 194: Safety in the Skies: Inside the Texas Public Safety Robotics Summit with Preston Culver

Why attend the Texas Public Safety Robotics Summit?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

We're taking a quick pause from our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series to share how attending the Texas Public Safety Robotics Summit (March 4-7, 2024) can help you stay updated on the latest technology, training methods, and best practices in public safety robotics.

In this episode:

  • Why are standard test methods crucial in the drone industry?
  • How does the Texas Public Safety Robotics Summit provide a platform for public safety professionals to learn, share knowledge, and network with industry experts?
  • Why is sharing knowledge and resources essential for the advancement of the industry and the improvement of public safety operations?

Find out from Preston Culver - an Adjunct Associate Research Scientist at Johns Hopkins University and a Summit organizer.

Former firefighter, lead drone pilot & videographer for the Austin Fire Department, Preston now works on the Standard Test Methods Response Robot Capabilities project at NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) via an adjunct research position at Johns Hopkins University. This project focuses on standardizing the test measures utilized in testing both pilots & technologies, geared specifically for emergency response.

Preston is also one of the primary orchestrators of the annual Texas Public Safety Robotics Summit. From content creation to marketing to being the MC at the event, Preston is involved in almost every aspect of the 4-day drone summit that continues to be an industry favorite each year.

So click play now to hear what he has to share, and register for the summit here!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Jan 16, 202440:38
Episode 193: SMART Systems for Saving Lives: A 3D Vision for First Responders with Kirk Mckinzie

Episode 193: SMART Systems for Saving Lives: A 3D Vision for First Responders with Kirk Mckinzie

How can first responders use mixed reality?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ competition is designed to pinpoint 3D tracking technologies that provide one-meter accuracy for first responders in indoor environments, crucial for enhancing their safety during rescue operations.

The 6 finalist teams competed in localization and ruggedization tests at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center from October 23-27, 2023. Winning teams gain access to funding, business support, and live field testing opportunities to evolve their solutions for real-world application.

In this episode:

  • The role of IoT, cloud computing, and mixed reality in revolutionizing first responder strategies
  • Explore how digital data advancements are empowering public education and emergency response training
  • What comes after the FRST challenge?

Hear from Kirk McKinzie - President of McKinzie SMART Technologies LLC.

Kirk is an award winning SMART First Responder Technologist, providing subject matter expertise, consultancy, strategic partnerships, and project management aimed at digitally enhanced community risk reduction.

He leverages 30+ years of hands-on and practical emergency responder and rescue experience, and more than 10 years in adjacent 3D/360 technology to support international teams such as a speaker and author to government, enterprise, academia, start-ups, and operators focused on emergency response digitization and innovation for safer and more secure SMART communities.

So click play now to hear what he has to share, and stay tuned for the rest of our mini series!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Jan 11, 202422:44
Episode 192: Frontlines of Innovation: Bridging Crisis Management and Healthcare with Ari Rosen

Episode 192: Frontlines of Innovation: Bridging Crisis Management and Healthcare with Ari Rosen

How can technology save lives?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ competition is designed to pinpoint 3D tracking technologies that provide one-meter accuracy for first responders in indoor environments, crucial for enhancing their safety during rescue operations.

The 6 finalist teams competed in localization and ruggedization tests at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center from October 23-27, 2023. Winning teams gain access to funding, business support, and live field testing opportunities to evolve their solutions for real-world application.

In this episode:

  • Ari’s journey from paramedic to innovator at the Crisis Technologies Innovation Lab
  • Understand how CTIL is accelerating the adoption of life-saving technologies in healthcare and crisis management
  • Discover the impact of interdisciplinary collaboration in solving societal challenges through tech innovation

Find out from Ari Rosen - Research Associate at Indiana University's Crisis Technologies Innovation Lab (CTIL).

Ari has been working on AI, advanced radio technology, and prototyping projects for CTIL. His diverse background includes healthcare and public safety roles, such as Paramedic and Risk Management professional, along with humanitarian work and teaching.

So click play now to hear what he has to share, and stay tuned for the rest of our mini series!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Jan 09, 202421:33
Episode 191: Collaborative Control: How TurnRock Labs is Innovating in Robotics & Automation with Brenan Lundquist

Episode 191: Collaborative Control: How TurnRock Labs is Innovating in Robotics & Automation with Brenan Lundquist

A peep into a robotics revolution:

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ competition is designed to pinpoint 3D tracking technologies that provide one-meter accuracy for first responders in indoor environments, crucial for enhancing their safety during rescue operations.

The 6 finalist teams competed in localization and ruggedization tests at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center from October 23-27, 2023. Winning teams gain access to funding, business support, and live field testing opportunities to evolve their solutions for real-world application.

In this episode:

  • Insight into TurnRock Labs' innovative approach to harmonizing human skills with robot learning
  • Learn about the ethical, people-focused ethos driving TurnRock’s cutting-edge technology
  • Explore the potential of TurnRock’s product development in revolutionizing robotics, automation, and cyber-security

Get the scoop from Brenan Lundquist - the Founder and Managing Partner of TurnRock Labs.

TurnRock's team is made up of engineers and technologists who are striving to build the future of robotics and automation.

Their innovative control systems and robotics platforms provide greater resilience, safety, and mission capability for teams of robots. TurnRock provides product development & engineering services and help their customers find and secure government contracting opportunities through SBIR and other R&D programs.

So click play now to hear what he has to share, and stay tuned for the rest of our mini series!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Jan 04, 202417:03
Episode 190: Visualizing Safety: Immersive Virtual Analytics with BadVR & Jad Meouchy

Episode 190: Visualizing Safety: Immersive Virtual Analytics with BadVR & Jad Meouchy

What are immersive analytics?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ competition is designed to pinpoint 3D tracking technologies that provide one-meter accuracy for first responders in indoor environments, crucial for enhancing their safety during rescue operations.

The 6 finalist teams competed in localization and ruggedization tests at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center from October 23-27, 2023. Winning teams gain access to funding, business support, and live field testing opportunities to evolve their solutions for real-world application.

In this episode:

  • How immersive analytics can transform public safety and emergency response visibility
  • The challenges and solutions of small cell backhaul visualization in the 5G era
  • The multi-dimensional impact of immersive technology on cyber-security and telecom

Hear from Jad Meouchy - the co-founder and CTO of BadVR.

Programming since childhood, Jad has vast experience in reverse engineering, data analytics, and all things mobile. He was the technical co-founder of Osurv, a next-generation customer feedback platform with an innovative mobile-first perspective, which sold in 2017.

BadVR is a next-generation immersive (VR/AR) data visualization and analytics platform. They give everyone at an organization the ability to “step inside their data” to discover actionable insights, faster.

So click play now to hear what he has to share, and stay tuned for the rest of our mini series!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Dec 28, 202314:19
Episode 189: Precision in Practice: First Responder Tracking & Training with Andrew Power

Episode 189: Precision in Practice: First Responder Tracking & Training with Andrew Power

The best way to train first responders:

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ competition is designed to pinpoint 3D tracking technologies that provide one-meter accuracy for first responders in indoor environments, crucial for enhancing their safety during rescue operations.

The 6 finalist teams competed in localization and ruggedization tests at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center from October 23-27, 2023. Winning teams gain access to funding, business support, and live field testing opportunities to evolve their solutions for real-world application.

In this episode:

  • Explore Ravenswood's breakthroughs in Time-Space-Position-Information (TSPI) for ultra-realistic training scenarios
  • Discover how a multi-layer TDMA network can support tens of thousands of live entities for comprehensive simulations
  • Learn about the synergy of open-architecture systems and modular software in enhancing first responder capabilities

Hear from Andrew Power - the Production Manager at Ravenswood Solutions.

Andrew manages Ravenswood's Production and Training as a Service programs, including proposals, project management, personnel management, regulatory compliance, delivery and sustainment of products.

So click play now to hear what he has to share, and stay tuned for the rest of our mini series!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Dec 21, 202317:22
Episode 188: Law Enforcement & Localization: Bridging the Technical Gaps with Officer John Newcomer

Episode 188: Law Enforcement & Localization: Bridging the Technical Gaps with Officer John Newcomer

How should law enforcement integrate new technologies?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ competition is designed to pinpoint 3D tracking technologies that provide one-meter accuracy for first responders in indoor environments, crucial for enhancing their safety during rescue operations.

The 6 finalist teams competed in localization and ruggedization tests at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center from October 23-27, 2023. Winning teams gain access to funding, business support, and live field testing opportunities to evolve their solutions for real-world application.

In this episode:

  • How technology must further adapt to support law enforcement needs
  • The importance of including law enforcement in the conversation on indoor localization tech
  • Strategies for entrepreneurs to integrate new technology into public safety

So click play now to hear what Officer John Newcomer of the Ellettsville Police Department has to share, and stay tuned for the rest of our mini series!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Dec 14, 202320:06
Episode 187: Navigating Safety: Innovation at the Frontline with Michael IIsbroux

Episode 187: Navigating Safety: Innovation at the Frontline with Michael IIsbroux

How can you use your smartphone as a safety tool?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ competition is designed to pinpoint 3D tracking technologies that provide one-meter accuracy for first responders in indoor environments, crucial for enhancing their safety during rescue operations.

The 6 finalist teams competed in localization and ruggedization tests at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center from October 23-27, 2023. Winning teams gain access to funding, business support, and live field testing opportunities to evolve their solutions for real-world application.

In this episode:

  • The importance of privacy-protected location intelligence for worker safety
  • Discover wearable tech solutions that offer safety for first responders and industry workers
  • Learn how Epic Blue’s Guardian app is transforming smartphones into advanced safety tools

Hear from Michael IIsbroux - the Co-founder and CEO of Epic Blue.

Epic Blue is a Belgian software company specialized in inertial navigation technology for people in GPS-denied environments.

With Guardian, they launched the most advanced Lone Worker Safety application for localization, alerting and critical communication. Powered by their award-winning indoor positioning technology, Guardian is a trusted solution by industry leaders and first responders all over the world.

So click play now to hear what he has to share, and stay tuned for the rest of our mini series!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Dec 12, 202311:56
Episode 186: TechXEvents: Experiencing Innovation in Action with Tammy McLean

Episode 186: TechXEvents: Experiencing Innovation in Action with Tammy McLean

Why does hands-on tech experience matter?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ competition is designed to pinpoint 3D tracking technologies that provide one-meter accuracy for first responders in indoor environments, crucial for enhancing their safety during rescue operations.

The 6 finalist teams competed in localization and ruggedization tests at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center from October 23-27, 2023. Winning teams gain access to funding, business support, and live field testing opportunities to evolve their solutions for real-world application.

In this episode:

  • Understand the significance of the immediate feedback loop for innovation
  • Learn how collaboration and integration are key to advancing technological solutions in emergencies
  • The importance of technology trial and adoption in critical scenarios.

Find out from Tammy McLean, the CEO of TechXEvents.

Backed by extensive experience and education in the marketing and events industries, Tammy launched TechXEvents to host and support custom public sector event and trade show projects.

TechXEvents specifically places innovative technology in first-responders hands in real-life and virtual emergency scenarios, plus provides end-to-end event management and marketing services for those projects.

So click play now to hear what she has to share, and stay tuned for the rest of our mini series!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Dec 07, 202330:44
Episode 185: Augmented Reality: A New Vision for First Responders with Yohan Baillot

Episode 185: Augmented Reality: A New Vision for First Responders with Yohan Baillot

What is the value of AR for first responders?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠⁠ competition is designed to pinpoint 3D tracking technologies that provide one-meter accuracy for first responders in indoor environments, crucial for enhancing their safety during rescue operations.

The 6 finalist teams competed in localization and ruggedization tests at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center from October 23-27, 2023. Winning teams gain access to funding, business support, and live field testing opportunities to evolve their solutions for real-world application.

In this episode:

  • How is ARCortex using augmented reality to provide real-time support on the fire scene?
  • What does the evolution of tech mean for tomorrow's firefighters?
  • Explore ARCortex’s unique expertise in eyewear, AR cloud, and unique value for the emergency services sector

Hear from Yohan Baillot, the CEO and Founder of ARCortex.

As a pioneer for more than two decades in the field of Augmented Reality (AR), Yohan started his AR focused career working with the US Navy (BARS Program) and Army developing early prototypes.

He leveraged this experience and started ARCortex, a consulting practice focused on AR, which, over last 7 years, has supported various eyewears companies, AR startups, and enterprise clients.

So click play now to hear what he has to share, and stay tuned for the rest of our mini series!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Nov 30, 202323:58
Episode 184: Firefighting's Front Line: Technology Meets Tradition with Bryan Bailey

Episode 184: Firefighting's Front Line: Technology Meets Tradition with Bryan Bailey

Why actually listen to first responders?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠⁠ competition is designed to pinpoint 3D tracking technologies that provide one-meter accuracy for first responders in indoor environments, crucial for enhancing their safety during rescue operations.

The 6 finalist teams competed in localization and ruggedization tests at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center from October 23-27, 2023. Winning teams gain access to funding, business support, and live field testing opportunities to evolve their solutions for real-world application.

In this episode:

  • How does the Columbus Fire Department integrate new tech with traditional firefighting values?
  • Examples of frontline scenarios that test the limits of indoor localization technologies
  • How can entrepreneurs best serve first responders?

So click play now to hear what Columbus Fire Department's Lieutenant Bryan Bailey has to share, and stay tuned for the rest of our mini series!

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Nov 22, 202314:46
Episode 183: Designing the Present & Future Network: Meeting the Needs of First Responders with Gary McCarraher

Episode 183: Designing the Present & Future Network: Meeting the Needs of First Responders with Gary McCarraher

A peek inside FirstNet Authority:

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠⁠FRST Challenge⁠⁠ competition is designed to pinpoint 3D tracking technologies that provide one-meter accuracy for first responders in indoor environments, crucial for enhancing their safety during rescue operations.

The 6 finalist teams competed in localization and ruggedization tests at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center from October 23-27, 2023. Winning teams gain access to funding, business support, and live field testing opportunities to evolve their solutions for real-world application.

In this episode:

  • How is FirstNet addressing the critical operational needs of first responders post-deployment?
  • What are the challenges and solutions in creating networks tailored for emergency services?
  • A look inside FirstNet’s journey and its ongoing mission to support public safety

Get the scoop from Gary McCarraher - one of FirstNet Authority's Senior Public Safety Advisor for the Fire Service.

The FirstNet Authority advances public safety communications tools and innovations. Through a combination of government, commercial, and public safety partnerships, they work to deliver a public safety broadband network and to support an ecosystem of apps, devices, and capabilities that are innovative, reliable, accessible, and secure.

So click play now to hear what he has to share, and stay tuned for the rest of our mini series!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Nov 16, 202322:28
Episode 182: From Data to Wisdom: Unlocking Operational Insights with Alex Gorsuch

Episode 182: From Data to Wisdom: Unlocking Operational Insights with Alex Gorsuch

“Potatoes sit in the barn until you have a recipe.” → It's not just about collecting data, but about making it meaningful for real-world applications...

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the ⁠FRST Challenge⁠ competition is designed to pinpoint 3D tracking technologies that provide one-meter accuracy for first responders in indoor environments, crucial for enhancing their safety during rescue operations.

The 6 finalist teams competed in localization and ruggedization tests at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center from October 23-27, 2023. Winning teams gain access to funding, business support, and live field testing opportunities to evolve their solutions for real-world application.

In this episode:

  • What is cognitive load theory?
  • What technology doesn’t distract from real-time situations / the task at hand?
  • How is Ascent building technology to get a “dot on the map” that helps incident commanders know where their people are?
  • Explore Ascent’s commercial launch with fire departments in Q4 2024

Learn from returning guest Alex Gorsuch - the co-founder and CTO at Ascent Integrated Tech.

The Ascent team builds the Common Operational Picture (COP) dashboard for firefighters and warfighters by providing actionable insight on the health and location of the operator while mapping the battlespace.

Alex leads the development of tools to measure and optimize both cognitive and physiological readiness of first responders and warfighters as well as lead the development of ATAK (Android Tactical Assault Kit) integration.

So click play now to hear what he has to share, and stay tuned for the rest of our mini series!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Nov 14, 202322:38
Episode 181: Rethinking Public Safety Funding: Integrating Safety as a KPI with Stefan Truthän

Episode 181: Rethinking Public Safety Funding: Integrating Safety as a KPI with Stefan Truthän

How can I explain the sea to a frog that has never left its pond?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 16 part FRST Challenge Mini Series recorded at the competition! Tracking and situational awareness has long been a problem for first responders. That's why the FRST Challenge competition is designed to pinpoint 3D tracking technologies that provide one-meter accuracy for first responders in indoor environments, crucial for enhancing their safety during rescue operations.

The 6 finalist teams competed in localization and ruggedization tests at Muscatatuck Urban Training Center from October 23-27, 2023. Winning teams gain access to funding, business support, and live field testing opportunities to evolve their solutions for real-world application.

In this episode:

  • How to transform public safety from a cost burden to a vital, value-adding factor
  • The paradigm shift in funding public safety and its impact on urban environments
  • Insights on maintaining vigilance in safety, even when the immediate dangers are not visible

Hear from returning guest Stefan Truthän - the CEO of hhpberlin.

With customized fire protection concepts, effective solutions and future-oriented engineering methods, hhpberlin accompanies their customers from the idea to the finished building.

So click play now to hear what he has to share, and stay tuned for the rest of our mini series!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Nov 09, 202320:55
Episode 180: Cleanse the Risk: Harnessing Nature to Combat Firefighter Carcinogens with Dee Howard

Episode 180: Cleanse the Risk: Harnessing Nature to Combat Firefighter Carcinogens with Dee Howard

Is your shower soap good enough?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the ⁠⁠⁠Fire-Rescue International (FRI)⁠⁠⁠ conference which was hosted by the ⁠⁠⁠International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC)⁠⁠⁠. Each summer, thousands of the most prominent fire and emergency service leaders from around the globe come to FRI. This year, we headed to Kansas City, Missouri at the Kansas City Convention Center, August 16 - 18, 2023 to learn, network, and collaborate together!

In this episode:

  • Showers within the hour is great, but not when the soap doesn’t work!
  • Why standard soap does not work with carcinogen and smell removal
  • Integrating charcoal and science based tactics to support carcinogen removal

Get the inside scoop from Dee Howard - the co-founder and Chairperson of SOOTSOAP Supply Co.

SOOTSOAP is an all natural, industrial-strength line of detoxifying, deodorizing and sanitizing products lab-developed for the toughest jobs.

Designed for firefighters and proven to eliminate more toxins, SOOTSOAP harnesses the power of Binchotan White Charcoal and other natural powerhouse ingredients to draw out harmful chemicals, pollutants and impurities to provide the deepest clean for those exposed to contaminants.

SOOTSOAP is all natural, 100% biodegradable, firefamily owned and operated and proudly made in Canada. A portion of proceeds go to the Firefighter Cancer Support Network to assist firefighters dealing with cancer.

So click play now to hear what she has to share, and that's a wrap for our FRI Mini Series! Thanks a ton for tuning in!

Head to ⁠⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Oct 31, 202313:07
Episode 179: Beyond the Data: Gaining Operational Insights for Enhanced Risk & Response with Robert Edson

Episode 179: Beyond the Data: Gaining Operational Insights for Enhanced Risk & Response with Robert Edson

A company that's changing the fire service:

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the ⁠⁠Fire-Rescue International (FRI)⁠⁠ conference which was hosted by the ⁠⁠International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC)⁠⁠. Each summer, thousands of the most prominent fire and emergency service leaders from around the globe come to FRI. This year, we headed to Kansas City, Missouri at the Kansas City Convention Center, August 16 - 18, 2023 to learn, network, and collaborate together!

In this episode:

  • What does a common operating picture look like in 2023?
  • How to manage Risk–Response–Resilience
  • How to turn pre-planning efforts into actionable insights

Find out from Intterra's Chief Sales & Marketing Officer Robert Edson!

Rob calls himself a "rainmaker with purpose" and an "enterprise sales Jedi Master" given his extensive experience growing revenue with enterprise strategic accounts direct and through channels, building teams, and foundations for substantially increased sales velocity.

Intterra's mission is to bring focused, SaaS and cloud-based workflows and services together in one accessible location so firefighters have the information that they need – when they need it.

So click play now to hear what he has to share, and stay tuned for the rest of the Mini Series!

Head to ⁠⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Oct 26, 202316:58
Episode 178: An Audacious Effort to End Destructive Wildfires with Jay Stalnacker

Episode 178: An Audacious Effort to End Destructive Wildfires with Jay Stalnacker

$11 MILLION PRIZE!

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

We're taking a quick pause from our FRI Mini Series to tell you why you should join a team for XPrize's upcoming competition!

In this episode:

Find out from XPrize's Technical Lead Jay Stalnacker!

The $11M XPRIZE Wildfire is a 4-year competition to innovate firefighting technologies that will end destructive wildfires. The space-based track closes October 31st and the autonomous response track closes on January 31, 2024. Visit www.xprize.org/wildfire to learn more and register.

XPRIZE Wildfire is offered in partnership with Co-Title Sponsors Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation and Pacific Gas & Electric, Presenting Sponsor Minderoo Foundation, Bonus Prize Sponsor Lockheed Martin and Supporting Sponsors Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, Costa Navarino, and individual benefactors.

Head to ⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Oct 23, 202352:10
Episode 177: Silent Signals: Reimagining Alert Systems to Safeguard Firefighter Health with Blake Richardson

Episode 177: Silent Signals: Reimagining Alert Systems to Safeguard Firefighter Health with Blake Richardson

How can you prevent line of duty death by heart attack?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the ⁠Fire-Rescue International (FRI)⁠ conference which was hosted by the ⁠International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC)⁠. Each summer, thousands of the most prominent fire and emergency service leaders from around the globe come to FRI. This year, we headed to Kansas City, Missouri at the Kansas City Convention Center, August 16 - 18, 2023 to learn, network, and collaborate together!

In this episode:

  • Creative methods to reduce first responder stress levels
  • Differences between audible & haptic alarms for first responder alerting
  • Peer reviewed science that proves the effectiveness of heart smart alerting system

Learn from Blake Richardson - the co-founder and CEO of EaseAlert.

EaseAlert is a novel firefighter alerting system which uses vibrating wearable devices to gently alert crew members. This tactile alert is designed to reduce stress and improve efficiency by mitigating the harmful startle response associated with the alarm and improving quality of sleep.

So click play now to hear what he has to share, and stay tuned for the rest of the Mini Series!

Head to ⁠www.smartfirefighting.com⁠ to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Oct 19, 202310:42
Episode 176: Character First: Redefining Recruitment in the Modern Fire Service with Dave Robertson

Episode 176: Character First: Redefining Recruitment in the Modern Fire Service with Dave Robertson

What are character-led hiring practices?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the Fire-Rescue International (FRI) conference which was hosted by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC). Each summer, thousands of the most prominent fire and emergency service leaders from around the globe come to FRI. This year, we headed to Kansas City, Missouri at the Kansas City Convention Center, August 16 - 18, 2023 to learn, network, and collaborate together!

In this episode:

  • How do we hire for character?
  • Should we focus less on operational readiness and more on moral fiber?
  • Creative recruitment strategies to find the best members in the fire service

Find out from Dave Robertson - a Deputy Chief and the owner of FireEDGE - a career fire service one-on-one coaching company.

As Deputy Chief, Dave leads and manages the direct training of the members and staff of the Lambton Shores fire department. And as the owner of FireEDGE, Dave coaches clients through some of the hardest to navigate job waters out there: the fire service.

So click play now to hear what he has to share, and stay tuned for the rest of the Mini Series!

Head to www.smartfirefighting.com to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Oct 17, 202319:31
Episode 175: Frontline Communication: Amplifying Mesh Networks for Resilient Outreach with Andrew Delaney

Episode 175: Frontline Communication: Amplifying Mesh Networks for Resilient Outreach with Andrew Delaney

How can you quickly operate independently when networks are down?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the Fire-Rescue International (FRI) conference which was hosted by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC). Each summer, thousands of the most prominent fire and emergency service leaders from around the globe come to FRI. This year, we headed to Kansas City, Missouri at the Kansas City Convention Center, August 16 - 18, 2023 to learn, network, and collaborate together!

In this episode:

  • How first responders can use mesh networks to create resilient and redundant communications networks
  • How reliable real-time updates and location from firefighters boosts situational awareness for command
  • How to share data in real-time when operating beyond the reach of existing networks

Hear from Andrew Delaney, the President of US Operations for HyphaMESH.

Andrew works with industry partners and public safety customers to solve communications failures documented over and over again in incident after action reports.

HyphaMESH allows first responders to communicate and share data where they can't today, increasing safety and improving outcomes. Hypha's pop-up mesh networks are purpose built for first responders to extend the range of existing broadband communications assets to areas where they don't reach today.

So click play now to hear what he has to share, and stay tuned for the rest of the Mini Series!

Head to www.smartfirefighting.com to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Oct 12, 202313:05
Episode 174: On-the-Spot Intel: Modern Tools for Immediate Response & Accountability with Rob DeVaun

Episode 174: On-the-Spot Intel: Modern Tools for Immediate Response & Accountability with Rob DeVaun

Why is it important to know what's on-scene during emergency operations?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the Fire-Rescue International (FRI) conference which was hosted by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC). Each summer, thousands of the most prominent fire and emergency service leaders from around the globe come to FRI. This year, we headed to Kansas City, Missouri at the Kansas City Convention Center, August 16 - 18, 2023 to learn, network, and collaborate together!

In this episode:

  • Asset tagging and tracking for optimal inter-agency responses
  • Seamless oversight through a system of Tag - Track - Report
  • Different forms of accountability

Learn from Rob DeVaun - the VP of Sales for Salamander.

As a strategic sales and business development executive with 13 years of multi-vertical, software, hardware, and service sales management experience to US and global markets, Rob is known for driving results-focused sales, teams, and partners to succeed.

So click play now to hear what he has to share, and stay tuned for the rest of the Mini Series!

Head to www.smartfirefighting.com to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Oct 05, 202311:48
Episode 173: Beyond the Call: Redundant & Resilient Fire Service Communications with Rory McCabe

Episode 173: Beyond the Call: Redundant & Resilient Fire Service Communications with Rory McCabe

What does the Canadian Olympic torch relay have to do with our guest?🧐

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the Fire-Rescue International (FRI) conference which was hosted by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC). Each summer, thousands of the most prominent fire and emergency service leaders from around the globe come to FRI. This year, we headed to Kansas City, Missouri at the Kansas City Convention Center, August 16 - 18, 2023 to learn, network, and collaborate together!

In this episode:

  • The importance of a multi pronged approach for communications redundancy
  • How blending multiple LTE networks creates resilient communication throughput
  • New ways Dejero’s technology can integrate into stationary and mobile platforms

Find out from Rory McCabe - the current Channel Sales Manager for Dejero.

With years of successful experience consulting on multifaceted projects, streamlining training, and identifying/building positive relations with a wide range of clients, stakeholders, and key business partners, Rory brings passion and creativity to every aspect of business.

So click play now to hear what he has to share, and stay tuned for the rest of the Mini Series!

Head to www.smartfirefighting.com to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Sep 28, 202314:10
Episode 172: Balancing Tech & Tactic: The Fire Service’s AI Ethical Compass with Bart van Leeuwen

Episode 172: Balancing Tech & Tactic: The Fire Service’s AI Ethical Compass with Bart van Leeuwen

How can we offload human cognition if we do not fully understand the tasks yet?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the Fire-Rescue International (FRI) conference which was hosted by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC). Each summer, thousands of the most prominent fire and emergency service leaders from around the globe come to FRI. This year, we headed to Kansas City, Missouri at the Kansas City Convention Center, August 16 - 18, 2023 to learn, network, and collaborate together!

In this episode:

  • The importance of informational architecture in artificial intelligence (AI)
  • Ethical and practical implications of AI
  • International perspectives on the American Fire Service’s capabilities

Learn from Bart van Leeuwen - a Situational Awareness Master Instructor, owner of Netage B.V. and Amsterdam Fire Department's Fire Captain.

Bart combines more than 20 years of experience as an operational firefighter at various fire departments in the Netherlands with 20 years of leading Netage B.V. - a SME delivering Smart Data for Smarter Firefighters. This unique combination gives him the opportunity to identify relevant research and its application in real world scenarios.

So click play now and stay tuned for the rest of the Mini Series!

Head to www.smartfirefighting.com to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Sep 21, 202323:05
Episode 171: Guarding Our First Responders: The Evolution of Health & Wellness Protocols with Cindy Ell

Episode 171: Guarding Our First Responders: The Evolution of Health & Wellness Protocols with Cindy Ell

How does technology relate to health and wellness?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the Fire-Rescue International (FRI) conference which was hosted by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC). Each summer, thousands of the most prominent fire and emergency service leaders from around the globe come to FRI. This year, we headed to Kansas City, Missouri at the Kansas City Convention Center, August 16 - 18, 2023 to learn, network, and collaborate together!

In this episode:

  • How protocols and procedures directly impact first responder exposures
  • Lessons applied to community risk reduction (CRR)
  • How to implement new technologies that support firefighter health and wellness

Hear from Cindy Ell who wears many hats!

Cindy is a Certified Health Coach, cancer advocate, plus the Founder & President of the Fire Fighter Cancer Foundation since 2004. Her diverse experience in firefighter / first responder public relations, health, safety, benefits, cancer research and legislative issues has also led her to become the Chief Executive Officer for Enviro Ethos which seeks solutions to toxic exposures.

So click play now and stay tuned for the rest of the Mini Series!

Head to www.smartfirefighting.com to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Sep 14, 202321:38
Episode 170: Unlocking Community Resilience: The Power of CRR Technologies with Brent Faulkner

Episode 170: Unlocking Community Resilience: The Power of CRR Technologies with Brent Faulkner

Here's a few ways to integrate simple technologies for Community Risk Reduction:

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Thanks for joining our 10 part FRI Mini Series recorded at the Fire-Rescue International (FRI) conference which was hosted by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC). Each summer, thousands of the most prominent fire and emergency service leaders from around the globe come to FRI. This year, we headed to Kansas City, Missouri at the Kansas City Convention Center, August 16 - 18, 2023 to learn, network, and collaborate together!

In this episode:

  • What is Community Risk Reduction (CRR)?
  • How can we deploy CRR strategies to strengthen our communities' resilience?
  • How to accelerate CRR efforts across the USA

Get the scoop from Brent Faulkner - aka "The CRR Guy"!

Brent has always worked on the operations side of the house, yet has also always been a huge CRR champion and educator. As a safety professional, his goal is to help others understand that it's the little things that make a big difference in your overall safety.

That's why he's also CEO of Virtual CRR - virtual community risk reduction which allows fire departments, emergency management, and other organizations to have a platform to make their CRR programs work.

So click play now and stay tuned for the rest of the Mini Series!

Head to www.smartfirefighting.com to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Sep 07, 202318:58
Episode 169: The Soul Moves First - A Spotlight on the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Hospital in Chicago with Allen Heinemann

Episode 169: The Soul Moves First - A Spotlight on the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Hospital in Chicago with Allen Heinemann

Help Kevin reach his fundraising goal before the Chicago Marathon on 10/8/23! (link below:)

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

In this episode:

  • Where do your donations to Kevin's Chicago Marathon fundraiser go?
  • What makes Shirley Ryan AbilityLab the top rehab hospital in the world?
  • Examples of using technology to support & empower each patient throughout the road to recovery

Find out from Dr. Allen Heinemann - the Director of the AbilityLab's Center for Rehabilitation Outcomes Research (CROR)

Dr. Heinemann conducts health services research with a focus on developing and applying outcome measures in rehabilitation care. His team developed the Rehabilitation Measures Database to help clinicians and scientists select instruments for patient care and research applications.

Hit play now to discover a broader perspective on what it means to empower people in need!

And don't forget to DONATE TO THE SHIRLEY RYAN ABILITYLAB by visiting this link!

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Aug 31, 202331:32
Episode 168: Enhancing the Learning Journey in the Fire Service with Immersive Learning with Ken Willette

Episode 168: Enhancing the Learning Journey in the Fire Service with Immersive Learning with Ken Willette

What's the difference between tools and toys?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

In this episode:

Learn from Ken Willette!

As the Executive Director of the North American Fire Training Directors (NAFTD), Ken is an experienced Business Development & Segment Director with a demonstrated history of working in the non-profit organization management industry. To say he has strong product management and professional skills in Government, Emergency Management, Fire Protection, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and Risk Assessment puts it lightly!

So start the episode to find out more!

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Aug 10, 202329:28
Episode 167: Practical Research & Implementation to Move the Fire Service Forward with Paul Siebert

Episode 167: Practical Research & Implementation to Move the Fire Service Forward with Paul Siebert

How can we progress when much of what we do is rooted in tradition?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

In this episode:

Get the scoop from Paul Siebert!

Since 1991, Paul has been in progressive positions within the Frisco Fire Department, retiring in 2017. He's now working for the Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service Emergency Services Training Institute as the Public Sector Program Director. Prior to that, he managed response technology development for the TEEX Product Development Center.

So hit that play button to hear more!

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Aug 03, 202330:22
Episode 166: Practice How You Play - Leveraging Technology for Future Training & Incident Command Operations with Scott Yurczyk
Jul 27, 202345:58
Episode 165: A Positive Attitude & Good Data for the Fire Service with Eddie Buchanan

Episode 165: A Positive Attitude & Good Data for the Fire Service with Eddie Buchanan

What lessons has this drummer learned & applied to firefighting?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

In this episode:

  • How to blend evolving tactics and a data mindset
  • How to leverage data before, during, and after an incident
  • Why an open mind is crucial for using technology

Hit play now to hear from retired Chief Eddie Buchanan - a man of many things.

Chief Buchanan got his start in 1982 and retired as an Assistant Chief with Hanover Fire & EMS in Richmond, Virginia. He's a past President of the International Society of Fire Service Instructors, recipient of the George D. Post, Instructor of the Year Award, plus has served on a range of technical committees.

Buchanan now hosts the new “Fire Service Data & Tech Talk” Podcast for Fire Engineering, and currently works as the Business Development Manager for Deccan International.

Head to www.smartfirefighting.com to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!

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Jul 20, 202346:53
Episode 164: Leveraging TAK to Develop a Shared Consciousness for the Fire Service with Andreas "AJ" Johansson

Episode 164: Leveraging TAK to Develop a Shared Consciousness for the Fire Service with Andreas "AJ" Johansson

What does situational awareness really mean?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

In this episode:

  • What is the Team Awareness Kit (TAK) and how can the fire service use it?
  • Tips for avoiding cognitive overload during first responder operations
  • Why will a shared consciousness boost the fire service's effectiveness?

Get the scoop from Andreas "AJ" Johansson! With 29 years of experience across federal, state, and local government, AJ is Corona Fire Department's current Fire Captain - and a big champion for the use of the ⁠Team Awareness Kit (TAK)⁠.

TAK is the core of a suite of georeferenced imagery and communications tools that allow for scaled operational planning, data sharing, visualized elevation data, and target management.

Start the episode now to hear what AJ has to share...

Episode Resources:

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Jul 13, 202345:07
Episode 163: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Emmanuel Joel & Cyril Ajayi

Episode 163: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Emmanuel Joel & Cyril Ajayi

Part 12 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series:

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

In this episode:

  • How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable
  • What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety?
  • What are the end goal aspirations for the FRST Challenge?

Hosted at the Muscatatuck Urban Training Center, the FRST Challenge is a competition focused on producing marketable prototypes that demonstrate indoor localization tracking and tracking of first responders within 1-meter accuracy without any pre-deployed infrastructure. The challenge is administered by the Indiana University Crisis Technologies Innovation Lab and funded by the NIST Public Safety Communications Research (PSCR) division.

Find out from Emmanuel Joel - founder and CEO of Rescunomics - plus co-founder Cyril Ajayi.

Rescunomics is a provider of innovative solutions to Global safety for emergency responders. Emmanuel immigrated from Nigeria, served six years in the army, obtained a Masters Degree in Safety, Security and Emergency Management, with specialty in Occupational Safety, joined the Houston Fire Department in 2006, and retired as a Captain.

Cyril is a NEBOSH graduate, a creative thinker, an Ex-Marine Chief Engineer/ Technical Superintendent, and a Fleet Manager who has sailed on and managed various types of Marine vessels and other assets.

So hit play to find out what they have to share!

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Jul 06, 202320:30
Episode 162: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Jason Pennington

Episode 162: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Jason Pennington

Part 11 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series:

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

In this episode:

  • How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable
  • What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety?
  • What are the end goal aspirations for the FRST Challenge?

Hosted at the Muscatatuck Urban Training Center, the FRST Challenge is a competition focused on producing marketable prototypes that demonstrate indoor localization tracking and tracking of first responders within 1-meter accuracy without any pre-deployed infrastructure. The challenge is administered by the Indiana University Crisis Technologies Innovation Lab and funded by the NIST Public Safety Communications Research (PSCR) division.

Hear all about it from Jason Pennington, the Executive Director at Indiana IoT Lab.

The IoT Lab brings together forward thinkers, academia, and established organizations to support the Hoosier state's core competencies - make things, move things, and grow things.

With their partners and members, the lab supports and pursues connected technology deployment, projects of interest, and development initiatives in the IoT space.

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Jun 29, 202315:15
Episode 161: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Chris Moon

Episode 161: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Chris Moon

Part 10 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series:

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

In this episode:

  • How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable
  • What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety?
  • What are the end goal aspirations for the FRST Challenge?

Hosted at the Muscatatuck Urban Training Center, the FRST Challenge is a competition focused on producing marketable prototypes that demonstrate indoor localization tracking and tracking of first responders within 1-meter accuracy without any pre-deployed infrastructure. The challenge is administered by the Indiana University Crisis Technologies Innovation Lab and funded by the NIST Public Safety Communications Research (PSCR) division.

Hear all about it from Chris Moon, a firefighter for the Columbus Fire Department.

Join our SFF Community!

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Jun 26, 202309:47
Episode 160: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Michael Mendolia & Jonathan Szabo-Bodennec

Episode 160: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Michael Mendolia & Jonathan Szabo-Bodennec

Part 9 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series:

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

In this episode:

  • How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable
  • What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety?
  • What are the end goal aspirations for the FRST Challenge?

Hosted at the Muscatatuck Urban Training Center, the FRST Challenge is a competition focused on producing marketable prototypes that demonstrate indoor localization tracking and tracking of first responders within 1-meter accuracy without any pre-deployed infrastructure. The challenge is administered by the Indiana University Crisis Technologies Innovation Lab and funded by the NIST Public Safety Communications Research (PSCR) division.

Get the inside scoop from Michael Mendolia - the CEO at Business Crescendo - & Jonathan Szabo-Bodennec - the Pre-Sales Manager - Personal Location Devices for SYSNAV.

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Jun 08, 202312:46
Episode 159: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Sterling Folden

Episode 159: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Sterling Folden

Part 8 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series:

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

In this episode:

  • How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable
  • What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety?
  • What are the end goal aspirations for the FRST Challenge?

Hosted at the Muscatatuck Urban Training Center, the FRST Challenge is a competition focused on producing marketable prototypes that demonstrate indoor localization tracking and tracking of first responders within 1-meter accuracy without any pre-deployed infrastructure. The challenge is administered by the Indiana University Crisis Technologies Innovation Lab and funded by the NIST Public Safety Communications Research (PSCR) division.

Take a listen to hear from Associate Consultant for Emergency Services Consulting International: Deputy Chief Sterling Folden!

Having worked in the fire service for 31 years, the experienced Deputy Chief focuses on organizational leadership and professional development. His favorite question to ask is, "What if we..." - so click play to discover his insights!

Join our SFF Community!

Head to www.smartfirefighting.com to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is or review our curated resources!

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Jun 01, 202311:20
Episode 158: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Officer John Newcomer

Episode 158: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Officer John Newcomer

Part 7 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series:

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

In this episode:

  • How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable
  • What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety?
  • What are the end goal aspirations for the FRST Challenge?

Hosted at the Muscatatuck Urban Training Center, the FRST Challenge is a competition focused on producing marketable prototypes that demonstrate indoor localization tracking and tracking of first responders within 1-meter accuracy without any pre-deployed infrastructure. The challenge is administered by the Indiana University Crisis Technologies Innovation Lab and funded by the NIST Public Safety Communications Research (PSCR) division.

So click play to hear from Officer John Newcomer from Ellettsville Police Department in Frankenmuth, Michigan now!

Join our SFF Community!

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May 25, 202308:49
Episode 157: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Andrew Power

Episode 157: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Andrew Power

Part 6 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series:

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

In this episode:

  • How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable
  • What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety?
  • What are the end goal aspirations for the FRST Challenge?

Hosted at the Muscatatuck Urban Training Center, the FRST Challenge is a competition focused on producing marketable prototypes that demonstrate indoor localization tracking and tracking of first responders within 1-meter accuracy without any pre-deployed infrastructure. The challenge is administered by the Indiana University Crisis Technologies Innovation Lab and funded by the NIST Public Safety Communications Research (PSCR) division.

Learn from Andrew Power who manages the Production and Training as a Service programs at Ravenswood Solutions - including proposals, project management, personnel management, regulatory compliance, delivery and sustainment of products. So play the episode to find out more now!

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May 18, 202312:03
Episode 156: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Michael Ilsbroux

Episode 156: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Michael Ilsbroux

Part 5 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series:

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

In this episode:

  • How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable
  • What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety?
  • What are the end goal aspirations for the FRST Challenge?

Hosted at the Muscatatuck Urban Training Center, the FRST Challenge is a competition focused on producing marketable prototypes that demonstrate indoor localization tracking and tracking of first responders within 1-meter accuracy without any pre-deployed infrastructure. The challenge is administered by the Indiana University Crisis Technologies Innovation Lab and funded by the NIST Public Safety Communications Research (PSCR) division.

Find out more from Michael Ilsbroux, the co-founder and CEO of EPIC Blue.

Michael envisions a future where people enter into an effective and complementary partnership with state of the art technology, which led him to create EPIC Blue. Driven by customer feedback, EPIC Blue found industry-wide location capability gaps impacting safety and efficiency in the field. This discovery led to developing two complementary workforce solutions to address those gaps and substantially improve operations. So start the episode to learn more now!

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May 11, 202313:52
Episode 155: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Eric Steimle

Episode 155: Breaking Down Z-Axis Tracking During Phase 4 of the FRST Challenge with Eric Steimle

Part 4 of our FRST Challenge - Phase 4 Mini Series:

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

In this episode:

  • How to create solutions that are affordable, scalable, flexible, and usable
  • What are the most important factors when implementing technology into public safety?
  • What are the end goal aspirations for the FRST Challenge?

Hosted at the Muscatatuck Urban Training Center, the FRST Challenge is a competition focused on producing marketable prototypes that demonstrate indoor localization tracking and tracking of first responders within 1-meter accuracy without any pre-deployed infrastructure. The challenge is administered by the Indiana University Crisis Technologies Innovation Lab and funded by the NIST Public Safety Communications Research (PSCR) division.

Hear from Eric Steimle - the Hardware Engineering Lead for Banc3.

Since 2000, BANC3 Engineering, Inc. has been providing professional engineering and consulting services to a diverse range of public and private clients. They focus on hardware and software technology solutions for the A/E/C industry, and have a history and expertise in engineering, surveying, and consulting. Eric focuses specifically on augmented reality headset design, so start listening to learn more!

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May 04, 202313:24