Gary Ludwig is a well-known author, educator, speaker, and consultant who has served in three fire departments over his career. His fire, EMS, rescue, 911, and emergency management career spans a total of 46 years, including 35 years in two metropolitan cities, St. Louis and Memphis. He has been a paramedic for over 44 years. You can contact Gary through his webpage at www.garyludwig.com. ​Awards2022           International Association of Fire Chiefs - Career Fire Chief of the Year2022           International Association of Fire Chiefs - President's Award2018           James O. Page Achievement Award - International Association of Fire                     Chiefs2014           Presidential Award – Tennessee EMS Association2014           James O Page EMS Leadership Award – National Award2014           Career Fire-based EMS System of the Year - Awarded by the                                   Congressional Fire Service Institute2012           Tennessee EMS Service of the Year – Awarded by the Tennessee                            Ambulance Service Association1998           Missouri EMS Administrator of the Year - Awarded by the Missouri                           EMS Association1998           Missouri EMS Service of the Year - Awarded by the Missouri                                   Emergency Medical Service Association1996           Mayor's Award - City of St. Louis - Improved Level of Service1995           Mayor's Award - City of St. Louis - Monetary Savings1981           Mayor’s Award of Heroism - City of St. Louis1979           Mayor’s Award of Heroism - City of St. Louis   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.