Firefighters Incorporated for Racial Equality

08/31/2026

08/31/2026

We had a great start to F.I.R.E.’s Hands on Training Week with today’s fire ground bailout class. Firefighters from several front range departments came to learn and train together. Technician Jonathan Timms led the class with a cadre of great instructors.

08/28/2026

F.I.R.E. will be hosting Chief Scott Thompson, author of The Functional Fire Company:Positioning Small Groups for Success and Survival. Chief Thompson will speak on Functional Leadership At The Company Level. Sign Up Today.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/leadership-at-every-level-functional-leadership-chief-scott-thompson-tickets-1998161875960

08/19/2026

F.I.R.E.’s Leadership at Every Level series continued with part 3. Captain Mike Evans presented on Team Leadership: Leading With Purpose. We had members from Denver, South Adams, and West Metro who took time attend and learn about core values, building a leadership philosophy, team dynamics, and leading with purpose.

08/13/2026

Registration for the 2026 F.I.R.E. Hands on Training Week is now open. Five classes taught by great instructors. You can sign up for one or more classes.

06/11/2026

Just in time for summer days by the pool, at the lake, or around the campsite!

Our June book drawing will feature your choice of one of two outstanding books by renowned fire service author Frank Viscuso.

The available titles are:
35 Things Every Fire Officer Must Know and Do
35 Things Every Firefighter Must Know and Do

Both books serve as practical guides for new and experienced firefighters and company officers alike. Each contains 35 chapters centered on a core lesson, providing real-world context, leadership insights, and reflection prompts designed to help readers evaluate their strengths and identify opportunities for growth.

Winners of the June drawing will be able to choose either book. F.I.R.E. members check your email for sign up link.

06/11/2026

Congratulations to the winners of the May book drawing for Quiet Professionalism: A Way to Work by Rob Shaul.

While this book is newly published, Rob Shaul has been developing the concept of Quiet Professionalism for years through a series of essays available on the MTI website. The result is a collection of concise, thought-provoking passages designed to be read and reflected on over time—not rushed through cover to cover.

This is a book you return to in small doses. Each entry reinforces a simple but demanding standard: control what you can, execute without noise, and let consistency—not identity or emotion—carry performance.

Book Drawing Winners:
Taylor Bradford
Lacy Burke
Nick Coster
Alejandro De Luna
Ashaun Drumgo
Wesley Morgan
Jacob Perez
Alex Rowe
Mitchell Sprague
Sean Urbshot

05/22/2026

Leadership at Every Level Line up for the remainder of 2026.