Meet our team
Curtis Massey
President/CEO
Curtis Massey, a former fire officer, is a world-renowned fire service instructor and trains many of the largest city fire departments in advanced high-rise operations. He is a frequent lecturer at fire conferences and real estate BOMA meetings. He is also recognized within media circles as an authority in fire safety and has been interviewed on TV and in newsprint many times. He was a first responder to the World Trade Center collapse on 9/11 and to New Orleans during the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. As the organization's leader, he works closely to support leading clients from many of the largest REITs and corporations in the U.S. Working with Massey's first responder leadership he also coordinates high-rise drills involving fire and police (SWAT) teams to bring the latest advances in technology to the forefront of emergency response, often involving unified command posts. Outside of the work environment, he is an avid motorcyclist and hiker/mountain climber who enjoys trips to the Smoky Mountains region of NC and TN at any time of the year.
Phil Winch
Vice President
Phil joined Massey in 2012 as the Marketing Manager focused on growing client integration with the firm's advanced mobile app technology. He became the Vice President of Sales in April 2016. In March 2017 he was appointed Vice President, with responsibility for organizational oversight and leadership. Prior to joining Massey Phil was the Manager of Corporate Development at Kids Help Phone in Canada from 2006-2011. For the previous 15 years he was the Manager, Marketing and Development at Tourism Sarnia Lambton.
Miranda Ruddick
Operations Manager
Miranda Ruddick is the Operations Manager for Massey Emergency Management. With twenty years management experience in a variety of fields ranging from sales, program management, human research subjects’ protections and real estate, she brings a unique set of skills to Massey. Throughout her career, no matter the field, her concentration on the operational aspects of her position strengthened her skills in personnel retention and training, policy development, and quality assurance and improvement.
Chuck Hampton
Production Director
Chuck Hampton serves as the Production Director at Massey, a position he accepted after serving 38 years as a Battalion Chief for Dallas-Fire Rescue.
As Production Director, he draws on years of experience as a First Responder and his years of experience pre-planning large buildings both for Dallas Fire-Rescue and for Massey Emergency Management.
Chuck leads of team of skilled project managers and together they work with clients to build the best Massey System possible for their property.
Shawn Arledge
Project Manager
Shawn joined Massey after working for the Chesapeake Police Department for 29 years and retiring as a Sergeant. Shawn works as a project manager and works fulltime on updating old Massey Plans and creating new plans.
James Johnson
Project Manager
James attended Virginia Commonwealth University studying their art foundation program, and then attended Old Dominion University with a focus in drawing and painting. After several years working at FedEx, James joined Massey as a Project Manager. James can be found assisting clients with updates, creating new marketing material, or creating brand new Massey Plans.
Emma Atwood
Client Care Specialist
Emma Atwood is the Client Care Specialist & App Coordinator for Massey Emergency Management. Having moved several times as a naval spouse, she has held several positions within the Client Care and Service Industries. At Massey, Emma uses her excellent interpersonal skills to build and nurture client relations and ensures that all users of the Massey App are armed with the most up-to-date information.
Guido Calcagno
Midwest Accounts Representative
Guido Calcagno holds a bachelor’s degree in Fire Service Administration, a master’s degree in Public Safety Administration, and is currently pursuing a PhD in Fire and Emergency Management. He has worked as a firefighter/paramedic with the Chicago Fire Department for 16 years and has been involved in Special Operations and High-rise operations program and development training.
Jacob McCoy
IT Director
Jacob McCoy is the IT Director for Massey Emergency Management. He has been in the information technology field for fifteen years. He has worked with many technology forward companies both big and small including Verizon Wireless and Boehinger Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals. His ever-growing expertise in the field makes him an essential part of the Massey team and to the growing line of products Massey offers to its clients.
Christina Herchenroder
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Coming to Massey with over 20 years experience as a security manager and trainer, Christina also has a strong background in financial management. Working with Massey as our accounts receivable specialist, she also helps to manage the office and ensures that the organization's client fulfillment needs are met post project completions.
Bryan Cornell
Subscription Services Manager
Bryan Cornell is a life long resident of Norfolk, Virginia; he comes to Massey Emergency Management from the Boy Scouts of America where he served as a District Executive. Bryan is an Eagle Scout whose career experience includes Member Relations Director of Broad Bay Country Club, Regional Manager of Swimco / Swimkare as well as Aquatics Director for the Norfolk Public School System. In his free time, Bryan enjoys outdoor activities with his wife Valerie and their dog Sal. Bryan also loves to write and conduct music as well as volunteer with the Boy Scouts. Bryan looks forward to working closely with the clients of Massey Emergency Management to insure they have the best experience possible.
Eric Guy
Project Manager
Eric is a project manager at Massey Emergency Management. A cum laude graduate from Old Dominion University (15'), Eric has a background in journalism and digital design. Whether drafting copy or creating graphics for a high-rise building's Massey Plan, he is eager to use his skills to help bring ideas to fruition.
Scott Hill
Project Manager
Scott is currently serving as a Captain with the Chesapeake (VA) Fire Department. He has a total of thirty-one years of fire service experience including fourteen years as a Ladder Company Officer and ten years as the department’s Technical Rescue Team Manager assigned to Squad and Engine Company 15 as cross staffed units. Scott also served on Virginia Task Force 2 Urban Search and Rescue team for sixteen years as a Rescue Specialist. He deployed on several disasters including standby at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta Georgia, Ft. Walton Beach Florida after Hurricane Opal, and Orange Beach Alabama after Hurricane Ivan. Scott also deployed to the Pentagon on 9/11 and operated with VATF 2 for seven days conducting search, recovery, and shoring operations within the Pentagon.
Scott is currently a Project Manager with Massey Emergency Management. He has been employed on and off in varying capacities with Massey Emergency Management since 1992. Some of his most notable projects include 1515 Broadway NYC, 30th Street Station in Philadelphia, and The Empire State Building.
Gerard Fontana
Regional Director
New Regional Director Gerard Fontana joins the Massey team after working 36 years with the Boston Fire Department where he attained every rank until his appointment as Deputy Chief of Operations. As Chief in charge of the Office of Field Services, he facilitated many planning documents for all events and exercises held by the Boston Fire Department. He also coordinated the Special Operations Division and established the Victim’s Assistance Unit, taking care of the immediate needs of victims displaced by fires.
Gary English
Regional Director
Gary English retired from the Seattle Fire Department with the rank of Deputy Chief. During his time with the Seattle Fire Department, he spent 13 years in fire operations, specializing in high-rise building emergency response. He also spent 14 years as the Assistant Fire Marshal for Seattle Fire Department, regulating construction including plan review, new and retro fire system installation, system inspection, and testing of 29,000 fire systems. He was a crucial point of contact for fire code questions and interpretations, the liaison to city buildings, water, and DOT departments and acted as the Seattle Fire Marshal as needed. Gary is currently the NW U.S. and Western Canada Regional Manager for Massey.
Amber Uphold
App Launch Specialist
Amber is an App Contractor with Massey Emergency Management. She works remotely to help create and launch plans and ensure all information is relevant and up to date. Outside of Massey, she is an Alumna of West Virginia University and a Virginia based actress.
Meet Our Subject Matter Experts
Joseph Andrews
Senior Fire Officer, Philadelphia
Joseph Andrews is a second generation member of the fire service with over 26 years in the Philadelphia Fire Department, currently holding the rank of Battalion Chief. Joseph is assigned to Battalion 1, which services the South Philadelphia & the Center City high rise district. Battalion 1 also serves as the Branch Director for the regional HazMat Task Force. In conjunction with the Philadelphia Fire Department, Joseph serves as a Fire Officer for Massey Emergency Management assisting in the development of emergency plans for properties along the northeast corridor.
Brian Teears
Battalion Chief, Phila Fire Department
Brian Teears was born and raised in the great city of Philadelphia and he began his career in the emergency services at the age of 18 as a volunteer EMT. After working as an EMT, Brian joined the Pennsylvania Air National Guard and served in the medical services for 6 years. During his time in the Air National Guard, he became a PA state certified Paramedic.
In 2001, Brian began his career with the Philadelphia Fire Department working in all areas of the city. Currently, Brian is a Battalion Chief in the Center City district. He has served as an adjunct instructor at the Philadelphia Fire Academy as well as on multiple committees to move the Fire Service forward. He also holds multiple certifications: Firefighter Safety and Survival Instructor- Philadelphia Fire Academy- IAFF Program PA State, Pro-Broad and IFSAC Certified: Hazardous Materials- Awareness Level, Hazardous Materials- Operations Level, Hazardous Materials- Technician Level, Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Incident Safety Officer, Fire Instructor I, Fire Officer I, Fire Officer II, PA State Paramedic and NIMS- ICS- 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 800 Driver Pump operator Tiller qualified.
Brian holds a masters degree in Emergency Management from Millersville University and received his bachelors degree from Neumann University.
Brian is currently an App trainer for Massey Emergency Management where he demonstrates and explains the many features and uses of the Massey App to property managers, building engineers and security staff. Brian explains in detail how the fully customized App is the most powerful emergency tool at their disposal and how it will keep staff, tenants and first responders safe.
John Miller
Battalion Chief, LA Fire Department
John Miller joined the Los Angeles City Fire Department in 1978 and recently retired after 35 years of service. During his career with the LAFD, he held the positions of Firefighter, Apparatus Operator, Captain I (Engine), Captain II (Truck) and Battalion Chief. He also held several administrative assignments including the Commander of the Recruit Training Section and Commander of the Arson/Counter-Terrorism Section. John’s experience includes as the chairperson of the Department's high-rise committee, and as an adjunct instructor for the LAFD. He has authored and/or co-authored several LAFD operational manuals, training bulletins and provided training in various disciplines including high rise firefighting, brush firefighting, and the incident command system. Recognized as a high rise subject matter expert, John actively represented the LAFD on the National Fire Protection Association’s “High-Rise Building Safety Advisory Committee,” FIRESCOPE’s “High Rise Specialist Group", and as a technical specialist with the Fire Protection Research Foundation. For over 8-years, John was also a Director and President of the Los Angeles Chief Officers Association.
Dan Bunch
SWAT, LA Police Department
Dan Bunch has three decades of service with the LAPD including as officer in charge of LAPD’s elite SWAT team directing tactics and negotiations on hundreds of incidents along with dynamic and high-risk warrants; a police diver for the LAPD dive unit; a K-9 handler; and also in the undercover narcotics and patrol divisions. Dan assisted with the development of MACTAC (Multiple Assault Counter-Terrorism Action Capabilities), used by the LAPD in response to a Mumbai-style terror incident and now being adopted by police departments across the United States.
Josh DaFoe
Sgt, San Diego PD - Mass Threat Unit
Sgt Josh DaFoe has been with the San Diego Police Department for twenty-six years and spent fifteen years assigned to the SWAT Team. Sgt. DaFoe currently runs the Mass Threat Unit. He is in charge of managing, supervising, directing and leading all active shooter and mass casualty related training and programs. Sgt. DaFoe develops training and facilitates drills, training exercises and contingency plans for both law enforcement and the private sector. Sgt DaFoe is also one of the lead instructors at the regional academy specializing in tactics and officer safety.
Mike O'Keeffe
Deputy Chief, FDNY
Mike is a 27-year veteran of the FDNY, retiring as a Deputy Chief in Division 1, which oversees FDNY operations and administration in lower Manhattan. Division 1 is a diverse area that includes high-rise office buildings, subways, bridges, tunnels, and some of the oldest buildings in New York City. Previously, Mr. O’Keeffe worked as the Captain of Engine 8, located in the center of the midtown Manhattan business district. He was involved in planning and operations for NYFD's role in the 2004 Republican National Convention, held in Manhattan. He has worked on revisions to the NYFD hurricane response policy, was part of a group that wrote a procedural manual for NYFD operations in under-river rail incidents, and has been involved in writing articles for With New York Firefighters (WNYF)
Tom Calabro
SWAT veteran, Houston PD
Tom Calabro is a 37-year veteran for the Houston Police Department and has been assigned to the SWAT team for the last 20 years. Tom is responsible for responding to special threat situations and managing large scale tactical operations.
Tom has multiple areas of expertise, most notably: Critical Infrastructure Protection, Civil Unrest, Active Shooter Response, WMD LE Operations, Hostage Rescue, and Undercover Criminal Investigations.
Tom has also served through several significant events such as the civil unrest riots in 2020, multiple active shooter incidents, and assisted in multiple hurricanes and tropical storms, such as Tropical Storm Allison, and Hurricane Rita, Ike, and Harvey.
Robert Drennen
Battalion Chief, Phila Fire Department
Robert Drennen retired from the Philadelphia Fire Department as a Battalion Officer after 24-years of service. He has also worked with volunteer fire departments. Since then, training others has been his focus. He was the Director of the Public Safety Institute at Saint Joseph's University, as well as the Director of the Graduate Programs in Homeland Security and Environmental Protection/Safety. He is currently a tenured faculty member in the Fire Science Program at Montgomery County Community College where he has been an instructor for more than 30 years.
John McKenna
Detective, ESU Team NYPD
John McKenna retired as a detective and member of NYPD's elite ESU team in Manhattan. Over his career, McKenna responded to incidents such as the 1993 WTC bombing, 9/11, Miracle on Hudson plane crash and the 2018 Statue of Liberty protestor.
Josh Baedke
Captain, VA Beach Fire Department
Josh is a Captain with the Virginia Beach Fire Department and has been with Massey since 2017. He holds a Masters in Public Administration from Old Dominion and a bachelors in Fire Administration from Hampton University. He is also a member of several local and National emergency response teams. In his down time, Josh enjoys spending time with his three daughters, traveling, and working on his culinary skills.
Roger Ng
Lt., San Fran. Fire Department
Roger is a Lieutenant with the San Francisco Fire Department and has 18 years in the fire service. He is a HazMat Specialist and was a Fire Inspector before being promoted to his current position. Roger also holds a business administration degree with a focus in accounting and management information systems from California State University, East Bay. In addition, Roger has an extensive background in managing enterprise logistics and financial services projects for numerous corporations.
Freddie Fernandez
Deputy Chief, Miami Fire Department
Chief Freddie has proudly served with the City of Miami Department of Fire Rescue since March of 1983 as a Firefighter/Paramedic, Engine Company Driver-Engineer, Rescue Squad Paramedic and Company Officer of both Engine and Ladder Companies. Freddie was a recruit instructor in 1990 conducting minimum standards training for 55 new hires. He began his teaching career in 1985 conducting EMS training at all levels from First Responder through Paramedic. He worked at Miami Dade College and the Miami Dade School of Criminal Justice from 1986 through 2001. In 1999 Freddie was promoted to Chief Fire Officer and oversaw 14 fire stations with shift strength of 149 members averaging 250 emergency calls per day. On September 19th, 2009 Freddie was promoted to Deputy Fire Chief (Operations) for Miami Fire Rescue overseeing the Emergency Response Division, the Training Division and the Fire Marshal's office.
Chief Freddie's extensive teaching background in Public Safety includes training firefighters, police officers and corrections officers. Freddie has also trained driver-engineers, developed strategy & tactics courses as well as Officer Development programs. He has A.S. degrees from Miami Dade College in EMS and Fire Science.
Since 1999 Chief Freddie has specialized in test preparation courses for entry and promotional level candidates in the Fire Service. During this time he has facilitated, prepared, assessed or participated in hundreds of examination processes. Additionally, he has conducted seminars and private training sessions for hundreds of candidates with spectacular results. Over 85 of Chief Freddie's candidates have achieved a number one score on their promotional process and hundreds have scored in the top 5.
Timothy DiNardo
Lieutenant, Phila Fire Department
Timothy DiNardo is a Lieutenant with the Philadelphia Fire Department and a fourteen year member of the fire service. His first six years were spent with the Upper Darby Fire Department. Timothy is currently assigned as an instructor at the Philadelphia Fire Academy, and is a Pro Board certified Fire Officer IV, Fire Instructor III, and Hazardous Materials Technician. Timothy holds a master’s degree in emergency management from Millersville University.
Massey is Embedded with First Responders Across the Nation
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Major Event Case Studies
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01After river water flooded old coal train tunnels beneath the Loop, the Chicago Fire Department assigned personnel to go through the Massey Plans at the command post for buildings that were connected to the tunnels which possessed these pre-plans. This allowed them to gather key data on sublevels that could be affected by these devastating floodwaters.
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02In January 2002, a light plane piloted by a teenager bent on suicide flew into the 28th floor of the 42-story Bank of America Plaza building in Tampa, Florida. The Massey Plan was used by first responders in bringing the unique and challenging event under control which included burst/free flowing fire protection water, dangling/arcing overhead electrical wires and a fuselage implanted into the 28th floor windows.
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03The Houston Fire Department battled a major multiple-alarm late night fire in a downtown office high-rise. The building’s Massey Plan provided on-scene incident commanders with vital building information, increasing the efficiency and safety levels of the scores of firefighters operating in the incredibly dangerous environment which affected five floors of the 45 story tower. Astonishingly, the building reopened for business the next morning.
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04The Toronto Fire Services responded to a late-night fire in a CBD office tower. The upper-level mechanical deck fire commanded a two-alarm contingent to bring the incident under control. The Massey Plan proved invaluable in the on-scene commander’s efforts to gain crucial information regarding the contents of the room on fire, standpipe locations and methods to ventilate smoke from the building.
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