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Joe Schumacher
Joe Schumacher is FCSN’s state director for Virginia and a member of FCSN’s education committee. Joe is an engine captain with the City of Fairfax (VA) Fire Department. “I lost both of my parents to cancer, and I am a two-time survivor myself. I want to help prevent other firefighters from having to endure a fight against cancer.”
Read More »Andy Dina
Hi, my name is Andy Dina, and I have been a member of the fire service for 30 years. I currently work as a Division Chief for the Naperville (IL) Fire Department, where I have just completed my 27th year of service. The Naperville Fire Department employs more than 200 personnel and operates out of 10 fire stations.
Read More »Joe Nestor
Hi, my name is Joe Nestor. I started with the Pasadena (CA) Fire Department on March 27, 1972. In 1974, I was the second firefighter from Pasadena Fire Department to go to paramedic training. In 1979, I was promoted to fire captain, and as a captain I served as the city’s disaster preparedness coordinator. In 1981 I was promoted to fire captain II, and I was on a truck company until my promotion to battalion chief in 1987.
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