Leadership Accountability
2026-05-26 13:15 - 14:30 UTC | Marseille, Red Deer Resort & Casino, 3310 50 Ave, Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 3X9, Canada
I’m bringing my class – Leadership Accountability: Leading with Trust, Not Micromagement – to the 2026 Alberta Fire Chiefs Association Conference!
This class will give current and aspiring company officers, formal and informal leaders, with the tools to lead without falling into the trap of micromanagement. Participants will explore the balance between oversight and autonomy, learning how to foster trust, accountability, and high performance within their teams. Through practical strategies attendees will gain confidence in managing personnel while developing future leaders in the fire service.

How Fast is Your Rescue - 2026 NFPA Conference and Expo
2026-06-24 09:15 - 10:15 | Mandalay Bay Convention Center, 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegaa, 89119, United States
🚨 Exciting news! I’ll be presenting at the 2026 NFPA Conference & Expo in Las Vegas, June 22–24. My session, “How Fast is Your Rescue: Using NFPA 350 for Safer Confined Space Operations,” will explore practical strategies for applying NFPA 350 guidance to improve safety, efficiency, and rescue readiness in confined space incidents.
This premier event brings together thousands of fire and life safety professionals from around the world — I’m honored to contribute to the conversation on advancing safer operations.
🎯 About the NFPA Conference & Expo

Premier Fire & Life Safety Event: The NFPA Conference & Expo is one of the largest gatherings of fire, electrical, building, and life safety professionals worldwide.
Educational Program: Over 130 live sessions, workshops, and on-demand opportunities covering fire prevention, hazardous materials, electrical safety, community risk reduction, and more.
Expo Hall: 420+ exhibitors showcasing the latest products, technologies, and solutions for safety professionals.
Networking: Attendees include fire service leaders, engineers, contractors, building managers, and safety experts from more than 60 countries.

Learn more and register: LINK

Leadership Accountability: Leading With Trust, Not Micromanagement - 2026 NFPA Conference and Expo
2026-06-24 14:00 - 15:00 | Mandalay Bay Convention Center, 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegaa, 89119, United States
Join Alex Zielinski, Deputy Chief & Division Chief for a powerful session on leadership in the fire service.
This session will explore:
This session equips company officers with essential tools to lead effectively without falling into the trap of micromanagement. Participants will learn how to balance oversight with autonomy, foster trust, and maintain high performance. Through focused discussion and real-world examples, officers will gain confidence in managing personnel while encouraging leadership growth within their teams.
About the NFPA Conference & Expo
The NFPA Conference & Expo is the premier annual event for fire, electrical, and building safety professionals.
Attendees gain access to:

Educational sessions led by industry experts.
Expo floor showcasing the latest products, technologies, and solutions for safety and emergency management.
Networking opportunities with peers, thought leaders, and innovators from around the world.
Standards development sessions that shape the future of codes and practices.
