Our Team

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travis rand

Co-Founder & Managing Partner

  • Travis Rand brings more than 32 years of fire service experience and over 28 years in health and safety to EPS. A retired Deputy Chief, he led Community Risk Reduction efforts, served on regional Technical Rescue and Hazardous Materials Technical Rescue Teams, and has taught in the Fire Science Program at Maricopa Community Colleges since 1993. His background in emergency response, safety leadership, training, and large-scale exercise evaluation gives EPS clients experienced guidance, strong operational knowledge, and practical support across safety, emergency planning, training, and incident response.

    Credentials
    Adjunct Faculty, Fire Science Program, Maricopa Community Colleges
    FEMA Nuclear Evaluator, Region 9

    Certifications
    OSHA 30 | OSHA 500 | OSHA 510 | TRT | HMT | EMT | NFPA 1041 Instructor/Evaluator

    Real-World Experience
    Retired Deputy Chief | Community Risk Reduction Division | Regional Technical Rescue | Hazardous Materials Technical Rescue | Incident Commander | Southwest Deputy Chief for 15 Years | Fire Science Instructor | FEMA Nuclear

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dave dUBOIS

Co-Founder & Managing Partner

  • Dave DuBois brings more than 34 years of fire service experience and over 15 years in health and safety to EPS. A retired Deputy Chief, he served on regional Technical Rescue and Hazardous Materials Rescue Teams and holds a degree in Public Safety Management from Grand Canyon University. Dave provides clients with seasoned leadership, strong operational knowledge, and practical experience across fire watch, safety support, emergency planning, training, and incident response.

    Credentials
    Bachelor’s Degree, Public Safety Management, Grand Canyon University

    Certifications
    C.F.O.D. | Fire Inspector I | OSHA 30 | OSHA 510 | OSHA 511 | Blue Card Command Officer | IS-100 | IS-700 | IS-703 | IS-800 | AWR-160

    Real-World Experience
    Retired Deputy Chief | Regional Technical Rescue | Hazardous Materials Rescue | 1998 Yellowstone Fire | 2001 World Trade Center

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MARCUS HAYNES

Emergency Management & Hazardous Materials

  • Marcus Haynes brings near two decades of public safety, fire service, EMS, hazardous materials, and safety leadership experience to EPS. He serves with the City of Phoenix Fire Department as a Firefighter, Paramedic, and HAZMAT Technician, and has also supported health, safety, compliance, and training efforts across public and private sectors. With advanced education in emergency management and global security, Marcus provides clients with practical field experience, strong operational judgment, and specialized support in emergency response, hazardous materials, preparedness, and training.

    Credentials

    Master of Arts, Global Security, Arizona State University

    Bachelor of Science, Emergency Management, Northern Arizona University 

    Certifications

    OSHA 30 | Certified Emergency Paramedic | Certified Hazardous Materials Technician | NFPA Fire Instructor I & II | Certified Health & Safety Officer | FEMA Radiological and Nuclear Response Trainer

    Real-World Experience

    City of Phoenix Fire Department | Firefighter | Paramedic | HAZMAT Technician | Phoenix Regional Hazmat Instructor | Health & Safety Officer | U.S. Department of State | Emergency Management

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WILLIAM “BILL” BISHOP

Incident Command & Public Information

  • William “Bill” Bishop brings 27 years of fire service and incident command experience to EPS. A retired Battalion Chief and Incident Commander with the Goodyear Fire Department, Bill offers clients seasoned leadership in emergency response, public information, hazardous materials, and training. His background as a fire instructor, Hazardous Materials Technician, and Public Information Officer, combined with degrees in Public Safety Administration and Fire Science, gives EPS clients practical expertise, clear communication, and trusted support in complex incidents and high-pressure environments.

    Credentials
    Bachelor of Science, Public Safety Administration
    Bachelor of Science, Fire Science

    Certifications
    OSHA 30 | Fire Instructor | Hazardous Materials Technician (HMT) | Public Information Officer (PIO)

    Real-World Experience
    Retired Battalion Chief | Incident Commander | Goodyear Fire Department | 27 Years of Fire Service | U.S. Navy | Army National Guard

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KELSEY FORTNAM

EMS & Technical Rescue Support

  • Kelsey Fortnam brings 13 years of public safety experience to EPS. Currently serving with the Flagstaff Fire Department, Kelsey provides clients with practical support in EMS, technical rescue, and emergency response operations. Her background as an Emergency Medical Technician and Technical Rescue Technician, combined with advanced education in applied mathematics and forensic psychology, adds a thoughtful, well-rounded perspective to field operations, problem-solving, and client support.

    Credentials
    Master of Science, Applied Mathematics
    Master of Science, Forensic Psychology

    Certifications
    OSHA 30 | Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) | Technical Rescue Technician (TRT)

    Real-World Experience
    Flagstaff Fire Department | 13 Years in Public Safety | EMS Support | Technical Rescue Support | Emergency Response Operations

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Manny leon

Hazmat & Technical Rescue Support

  • Manny Leon brings 25 years of Phoenix Fire Department experience to EPS, including 20 years as a paramedic and extensive operational work in hazardous materials and technical rescue. A retired Phoenix firefighter, Manny provides clients with practical field knowledge, steady emergency response experience, and trusted support across fire service, EMS, rescue operations, and incident readiness. His background in HazMat, technical rescue, and FEMA-supported logistics and water operations adds strong real-world capability to EPS field support and response services.

    Credentials
    Retired Firefighter, Phoenix Fire Department
    20 Years of Paramedic Experience

    Certifications
    OSHA 30 | Paramedic | Hazardous Materials Technician | Technical Rescue Technician | FEMA Logistics | FEMA HazMat | FEMA Technical Rescue | FEMA Boat Operations | FEMA Water Operations

    Real-World Experience
    Phoenix Fire Department | 25 Years of Fire Service | 20 Years as a Paramedic | Hazardous Materials Response | Technical Rescue Operations | FEMA Logistics Support | Boat Operations | Water Operations

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michael mcghee

Incident Command & Crisis Leadership

  • Michael McGhee brings more than 43 years of fire service experience to EPS. With service spanning Mayer, Salt River, and Rural Metro fire organizations, Michael has served in roles ranging from Firefighter/Engineer/EMT to Captain, with hands-on experience in fire suppression, emergency medical response, fire prevention, inspections, training, and personnel leadership. His background in incident command, rescue operations, and code enforcement gives EPS clients seasoned judgment, steady leadership, and practical support in emergency response, fire safety, and field operations.

    Credentials
    Bachelor of Science, Fire Science
    Professional Development Series, Federal Emergency Management Agency
    National Fire Academy Fire Service Leadership

    Certifications
    OSHA 30 | Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) | Arizona Firefighter I, II, III | CPR | Rope Rescue Technician (RRT) | Extrication Rescue | Vertical Rescue | Hazardous Materials First Responder | Incident Commander (IC)

    Real-World Experience
    Captain, Salt River Fire Department | Firefighter/Engineer/EMT, Rural Metro | Firefighter/Engineer/EMT, Borger Fire Department | 43 Years of Fire Service | Fire Prevention & Inspections | Incident Command | Emergency Medical Response | Training & Personnel Development

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SHAUN DUBOIS

Incident Command & Risk Preparedness

  • Shaun DuBois brings 20 years of fire service and emergency management experience to EPS. Serving as a Fire Captain with the Phoenix Fire Department, he provides clients with strong operational leadership, practical field experience, and specialized support in incident command, hazard assessment, public safety planning, and emergency preparedness. His background in paramedicine, hazardous materials, field training, public information, and CBRNE/public health preparedness gives EPS clients trusted guidance in complex and high-risk environments.

    Credentials
    Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology, Arizona State University

    Certifications
    Paramedic | Paramedic Instructor | Hazardous Materials Technician | Field Training Officer | Incident Safety Officer | Public Information Officer | Threat Liaison Officer | CBRNE/Public Health Preparedness Coordinator

    Real-World Experience
    Phoenix Fire Department | Fire Captain | 20 Years of Fire Service | Incident Command | Emergency Management | Threat & Hazard Identification and Assessment | Public Safety Planning | Emergency Preparedness

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Rob kalinowski

Emergency Coordination, Special Events Security & Threat Assessment

  • Robert “Rob” Kalinowski brings nearly two decades of law enforcement, counterterrorism, and emergency coordination experience to EPS. A Deputy Sheriff with the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office and current member of the Arizona Counter Terrorism Information Center and FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force, Robert supports large-scale event security, interagency planning, protective operations, and threat-informed coordination across public and private partners. His background in drills, exercises, field intelligence, and emergency response planning gives EPS clients seasoned judgment and practical support in preparedness, incident coordination, and high-risk event operations.

    Credentials
    Deputy Sheriff, Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office | Arizona Counter Terrorism Information Center | FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force

    Certifications
    Terrorism Liaison Officer Training Program | MCSO Detective Certification | FBI Crisis Negotiations School | AZPOST General Instructor Certification | Field Intelligence Team Training | Operational Response to HAZMAT/WMD | Advanced Threat Assessment | Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) | FBI Weapons of Mass Destruction Investigations and Operations Course | Threat Vulnerability Assessment Certification | Enhanced ALICE Instructor Certification | Dignitary Protection School

    Real-World Experience
    19+ Years with MCSO | FBI Special Events Co-Coordinator | Mass Gathering and Large-Scale Event Security | Palo Verde Exercise Planning | Wildfire Response and Recovery Exercises | Emergency Management Coordination | Dignitary Protection and Motorcade Security | Field Intelligence Teams | Public Health and Election Event Coordination

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DAVE EWING

EMS & Technical Rescue Support

  • Dave Ewing brings 25 years of fire service experience to EPS. A longtime member of the Phoenix Fire Department, Dave provides clients with practical field knowledge, steady operational support, and real-world experience in fire service, EMS, and technical rescue. His background as a Paramedic, Technical Rescue Technician, and Physical Fitness Program Instructor adds valuable strength to EPS in emergency response, rescue support, and workforce readiness.

    Credentials

    25-Year Member, Phoenix Fire Department

    Certifications

    OSHA 30 | Paramedic | Technical Rescue Technician (TRT) | Physical Fitness Program Instructor

    Real-World Experience
    Phoenix Fire Department | Fire Service | EMS Response | Technical Rescue Support | Physical Fitness Program Instructor

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joe rivera

Incident Safety & Fire Investigations

  • Joe Rivera brings 20 years of fire service experience to EPS. A longtime member of the El Mirage Fire Department, Joe provides clients with strong operational support in fire service, EMS, incident safety, and emergency response. His background as a Paramedic, Incident Safety Officer, Incident Command Officer, Rope Rescue Technician, and Hazardous Materials First Responder, combined with a degree in Fire Administration and Fire Investigation, gives EPS clients practical field experience, sound judgment, and dependable support in high-risk environments.

    Credentials
    Bachelor of Science, Fire Administration/Fire Investigation

    Certifications
    OSHA 30 | Paramedic | Incident Safety Officer (ISO) | Incident Command Officer (ICO) | Rope Rescue Technician (RRT) | Hazardous Materials First Responder (FRO)

    Real-World Experience
    El Mirage Fire Department | 20 Years of Fire Service | EMS Response | Incident Safety Support | Incident Command Support | Rope Rescue | Hazardous Materials Response | Paramedic of the Year

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ryan montgomery

Emergency Management, Planning & Coordination

  • Ryan Montgomery brings frontline fire service experience together with current emergency management work at the state and federal level. He serves as an Emergency Management Specialist with FEMA and supports Arizona emergency operations through the Arizona Department of Emergency and Military Affairs, with additional public health preparedness experience through AmeriCorps. His background in incident planning, COOP development, HSEEP exercises, situational reporting, and interagency coordination gives EPS clients practical support in preparedness, response, recovery, and operational planning.

    Credentials
    Bachelor of Science, Homeland Security and Emergency Management, Grand Canyon University
    Associate’s degree, Fire Science, Scottsdale Community College

    Certifications
    NQS Qualified Planning Specialist | All-Hazards Operations Section Chief (L958) | Intermediate Emergency Operations Center Functions (G2300) | HSEEP | Advanced Incident Command System (G400) | Intermediate Incident Command System (G300) | ICS/EOC Interface (G191) | Professional Development Series, Emergency Management Institute | ICS 100–800 Coursework

    Real-World Experience
    Emergency Management Specialist, FEMA | Disaster Operations Coordinator, Arizona Department of Emergency and Military Affairs | Emergency Management Coordinator, Public Health Emergency Preparedness | Firefighter/Paramedic, Mayer Fire District | Firefighter/EMT, Tonto Basin Fire District | COOP and EOP Development | Incident Action Planning | Interagency Coordination | Disaster Response and Recovery Support

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FRANK SALOMON

Emergency Management & Incident Command

  • Frank Salomon brings more than 37 years of fire service, emergency management, and community education experience to EPS. A retired Deputy Chief with the Phoenix Fire Department, Frank has led public affairs, community education, district operations, homeland security, and incident command functions at a high level. His background in emergency response, bilingual public information, training, and large-scale event coordination gives EPS clients seasoned leadership, practical judgment, and trusted support in preparedness, public safety communication, and incident operations.

    Credentials
    Bachelor of Science, Emergency Management and Public Safety, Grand Canyon University
    Executive Education, School of Public Affairs, Arizona State University

    Certifications
    Certified Public Manager (CPM) | Hazardous Materials Technician | NIMS/ICS 100–800 | National Fire Academy Coursework | FEMA Emergency Management Institute Coursework | Adult Teaching and Learning (EDU 250)

    Real-World Experience
    Retired Deputy Chief, Phoenix Fire Department | District Commander | Public Affairs & Community Education | Homeland Security | Battalion Chief | Paramedic | Hazardous Materials Technician | Bilingual Public Information Officer | Recruit Training Officer | FEMA US&R Blue Incident Support Team