Lucian Mirra has two decades of experience as an EMS provider, leader, and educator. He has served as a firefighter/paramedic, EMS supervisor, emergency management coordinator, training officer, and paramedic program director. He has presented at numerous conferences including EMS World Expo and the International Association of Emergency Managers Conference, and has authored several textbook chapters and journal articles. He holds a master’s degree in education and is currently a doctoral candidate at the University of Virginia. He is the EMS Coordinator for Albemarle County (VA) Fire Rescue and is a life member of the Western Albemarle Rescue Squad.