Jeff T DyarJeff Dyar began his career in the fire service in Brighton, Colorado in 1971 as a volunteer EMT. Since then, he has worked in private, public, academic, military, and federal capacities and has authored four books. Mr. Dyar held the position of Progrm Chair for EMS, Firefighter Health and Safety, and Counter-terrorism at the National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg, MD for 12 years. Jeff has worked at some of the largest events in modern history, assisting local response agencies on behalf of FEMA and the U.S. Fire Administration, including both World Trade Center events, 18 hurricanes, the Columbine School shooting, and the 2002 Winter Olympics. Jeff was the Chief of Operations for National Emergency Operation Center for FEMA and oversaw dozens of national events. He was recognized by the White House in two administrations for outstanding service, and is a recipient of the James O. Page Award for his national contribution to Fire Service EMS by the International Association of Fire Chiefs. Jeff currently resides in southern Colorado and serves as a Fire Commissioner and President of the Board for the Upper Pine Fire Protection District in Bayfield, CO. Read More Read Less