Todd Hinman-Briscoe, Clarion Fire & Rescue Group

On this episode of The Fire Break, Steve Wolf interviews Todd Hinman-Briscoe about his experience in the fire service and his transition to public safety sales. They discuss the importance of networking on LinkedIn and the challenges of attracting and retaining firefighters. They also explore innovations in fire suppression technology, including the use of AI and the challenges posed by electric vehicle fires.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Connection on LinkedIn
01:21 Building Connections and Networking on LinkedIn
04:17 Todd's Background in the Fire Service
08:51 Transition to Public Safety Sales
09:34 Innovations in Fire Suppression Technology
13:30 The Role of AI in Fire Suppression
14:46 Takeaways from Todd's Experience
17:30 Challenges in Attracting and Retaining Firefighters
19:09 The Role of Technology in Fire Mitigation
20:54 The Importance of Training and Knowledge Sharing
23:55 Mitigation and Preparedness for Homeowners
25:45 Challenges and Innovations in Electric Vehicle Fires
28:06 Innovations in Fire Suppression Technology (Continued)
31:12 Adoption of New Technologies in the Fire Service
36:17 Changing Attitudes and Adaptation in the Fire Service
39:31 The Role of Online Education and Training
40:21 Physical Barriers and Fears
41:37 Tight-knit Community
42:14 Sharing Knowledge and Experience