The Fire Service Scoop: IAFC New CEO, Tablet Command Team Expansion and More Fire Service Updates
Here is a look at updates around the fire service including a team expansion for Tablet Command, a new International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) CEO and updates on INTERSCHUTZ 2026.
Below is a roundup of recent news headlines:
IAFC Names Donna Black as New CEO
- The International Association of Fire Chiefs appointed Donna Black the next CEO.
Tablet Command Adds Four Fire Service Professionals to its Team
- The four new additions to Tablet Command's team brings 120 years of combined fire service experience to the table.
Continental Girbau West Changes Name to Continental West
- Rebranding to Continental West signifies a unified brand identity, maintaining its full-service support including equipment, financing and training.
INTERSCHUTZ Presents the Firefighting World of Tomorrow
- At INTERSCHUTZ 2026, industry leaders will present innovations in firefighting, rescue and civil protection, focusing on digital integration, safety equipment and strategic leadership.
OroraTech Names New CTPO to Lead the Next Era of Global Thermal Intelligence
- OroraTech's new CTPO is Ignacio Zuleta and will help lead the development of a thermal data space infrastructure for persistent intelligence.
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Ryan Baker is a writer and associate editor with prior experiences in online and print production. Ryan is an associate editor for Firehouse with a master's degree in sciences of communication from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. He recently completed a year of teaching Intro to Public Speaking at UW-Whitewater, as part of his graduate program. Ryan acquired his bachelor's degree in journalism in 2023 from UW-Whitewater, and operates currently out of Minneapolis, MN. Baker, also writes freelances for the Ultimate Frisbee Association (UFA) in his free time, while also umpiring baseball for various ages across the Twin Cities Metro Area.