Author: Sam DiGiovanna

SAM DIGIOVANNA is a 35-year fire service veteran. He started with the Los Angeles County Fire Department, served as Fire Chief at the Monrovia Fire Department, and currently serves as Chief at the Verdugo Fire Academy in Glendale. He is also a Senior Consultant for Lexipol’s Cordico wellness solution.

September 4, 2023

One Degree Off Course – Policies and Course Correction

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August 14, 2023

Shaking Things Up as a Fire Service Leader

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May 17, 2023

Testing Your Leadership: How to Handle People Who Mishandle You

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November 14, 2022

Buckle Up! National Seat Belt Day Reminds Firefighters About Seat Belt Use

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September 12, 2022

National Fire Prevention Week 2022: Prepping for the Big Event

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August 10, 2022

Firefighting and the Homeless – The New Norm

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June 25, 2021

“Heads Up and Clear Out”: Firefighter Safety Around Air Drops

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September 11, 2019

The Price for Freedom: Fire Service Lessons from September 11

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August 9, 2019

When the Call Has No Address: Fire Department Response to Homeless Encampments

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July 12, 2019

Why Chief Officers Need to Be Especially Concerned about Firefighter Stress Reduction

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May 24, 2019

Rekindling the Flame: The Secret to Job Satisfaction in the Fire Service

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February 8, 2019

Firefighter Freedom of Speech: Right AND Responsibility

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