My name is Robert, and I am the owner of Crew 58 Training Solutions. My journey into emergency services began with the events of September 11th. Inspired by 9/11 and the courage I saw on TV from our First Responders, at the age of 16, I applied for and was accepted into the Cadet program with my local fire department. At eighteen, I was accepted into my fire academy and became a certified IFSAC Level 1 Firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician by the end of 2004.

I worked as a Resident Firefighter for three years while also holding full-time positions with two EMS organizations. During this time, I received additional training in firefighter rescue, became a regular member of my fire department's Rapid Intervention Team (RIT). I also expanded my medical training to include Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), intubation training and became certified in IVs.

After spending eight years in the Fire Service, I resigned in 2010 due to injuries. I then worked for another eight years as a full-time EMT and Emergency Medical Examiner (ESE), collaborating with Airlift Northwest and teaching EMT courses while maintaining the training and certifications of about 30 EMTs.

After leaving EMS, I worked in both corporate and private security, obtaining certifications through the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission. I also volunteered as an Underwater Search and Rescue SCUBA diver. Currently, my work focuses on the casino industry, where I apply my degree in Criminal Justice.

In my free time, I give back to my community as an Amateur Radio Operator, focusing on emergency radio communications for Kitsap County. I organize and participate in motorcycle funeral escorts for our military personnel and first responders, a commitment I have upheld for the past 16 years. Additionally, I am active in motorcycle ministry, where I strive to connect with and provide support to this amazing group of people.