Community Emergency Planning (CEP) was created by industry and academic professionals who are dedicated to building strong community ties and resiliency. The CEP Advisory Committee is a group of individuals with experience in emergency services, emergency management, and public education. They ensure the course curriculum is based on current science, best practices, and industry standards. They are constantly working to improve the course and its content.
Jake Shores
MS, BS, Paramedic
Jake serves as the Advisory Committee chairman. He is an experienced paramedic and emergency manager for the country's largest EMS provider. Jake also holds a Master's in healthcare administration with a focus on quality assurance.
Pete Gaynor
CEM
Pete has a wealth of experience as a veteran emergency manager working at the local, state, and federal levels. Most notably, Pete served as the FEMA Administrator and the Acting Secretary of Homeland Security. He led the Agency to respond to some 300 presidential declared disasters, including the agency's first-ever pandemic response.
Kay Collet Goss
CEM
Kay Goss is an author, educator, historian, lecturer, and emergency management official. In 1993, she became the first woman to serve as associate director of FEMA, overseeing national preparedness and directing training and exercises, as well as directing the Emergency Management Institute in Emmitsburg, Maryland.
Jason Perez
MPA, EMT
Jason has over 10 years of experience in the Emergency Medical Services and holds a Master's degree in emergency and disaster management, as well as, years of experience in public speaking and education.
Wesley Long
EMT, E911 Dispatcher
Wesley is an experienced entrepreneur, visionary, public speaker, and educator. He has over 15 years of experience in emergency medical services.
Daniel Barbuto
MEd
Daniel is a seasoned educator with over 15 years of experience in public education. He holds a New York State Public School Teaching Certification as well as a Master’s degree in Childhood Education with a focus in Math, Science, and Technology. He has a passion for making learning fun and enjoyable.
Heather Beal
PhD, CEM
Heather is an adaptive & innovative military veteran and management professional with 23+ years of strategic planning, operational management, policy development, and emergency problem-solving experience in both routine & crisis situations. Five years of large-scale operational exercise dev & execution experience.