Eric Barron has 28 years of service across five fire departments on two continents. He has developed expertise in firefighting tactics, heavy rescue, technical rescue, emergency medical services, and hazardous materials, culminating in a specialization in Heavy Urban Search and Rescue (HUSAR). As a leader in numerous disaster deployments, Eric has navigated complex environments to deliver effective disaster mitigation. He oversees budget management, strategic planning, and operations and has designed and led complex training exercises. Known for a commitment to collaboration and teamwork, Eric excels in high-pressure situations, effectively coordinating resources to ensure safety and a cooperative environment where all team members’ skills are fully utilized. Eric holds credentials from the University of Toronto, the University of Texas A&M, British Columbia Institute of Technology, and the Justice Institute of British Columbia, with studies spanning human biology to fire service leadership.