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Learn About Us
Mission Statement
"To empower and equip aspiring emergency management professionals through accessible, high-quality education, community support, and career development opportunities, fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce prepared to meet the challenges of a rapidly evolving global landscape."
Vision Statement
"To be the premier online platform for aspiring emergency managers, recognized globally for cultivating a diverse, skilled, and resilient workforce capable of leading and innovating in the face of complex emergencies and disasters."
AEMO History
Aspiring Emergency Managers Online (AEMO) was founded by Brandi M. Hunter in June 2020 as an online group on LinkedIn. The group was conceived out the idea that those seeking to enter the Emergency Management profession, as well as experienced mid-career and late-career individuals could find better ways to support one another in their pursuit of education, training, and job search. Since its inception, the AEMO community has grown to over 4,500 members.
In late 2023, the organization pivoted to expand its reach based on feedback from its online members. The organization began working on a plan to re-launch AEMO as 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
By mid-2024, AEMO announced its official non-profit status. Today, AEMO continues to work toward its mission to empower aspiring emergency managers through education, mentorship, and career development, fostering a resilient and prepared community of professionals.
Strategic Plan Key Pillars
The Three Pillars of AEMO—Educational Resources, Community Building, and Career Development—play a vital role in supporting its mission to empower aspiring emergency managers. Together, these pillars align with AEMO's mission to educate, mentor, and support future leaders in emergency management, ensuring a resilient and prepared workforce.
2024 - 2027 Strategic Plan
AEMO's 2024-2027 Strategic Plan focuses on empowering aspiring emergency managers through innovative education, mentorship, and professional development initiatives. By fostering inclusivity, enhancing accessibility to resources, and building strategic partnerships, the plan aims to strengthen the future of the emergency management field.
C.E.O. & Founder
AEMO's Visionary Leader Empowering the Next Generation of Emergency Managers
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors Consists of Diverse Professionals - Dedicated to Serving Our Members
Vincent B. Davis
Chairperson
Communications Chair
Elyzabeth Estrada
Vice Chairperson
Savannah English
Board Secretary
Operations Chair
Mathews Athiyal
Board Treasurer
Finance Chair
Ryan Caughill
Board Member
Governance Chair
Garry Briese
Board Member
Fundraising Chair
Dr. Kesley Richardson
Board Member
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging and Access (DEBIA) Chair
Rick Christ
Board Member
Courtland Ballou
Board Member
Advisory Board Members
Our Advisory Board Members guide AEMO's mission by offering strategic direction and mentorship to aspiring emergency managers. Their expertise shapes programs and resources that empower future leaders in the field.
Michele L. Turner
Advisory Board Member
Tyler Peet
Advisory Board Member
Anthony A. Frank
Advisory Board Member
MK Youngblood
Advisory Board Member
Katy Wolf
Advisory Board Member
Alison Buchanan
Advisory Board Member
Ginny Katz
Advisory Board Member
Andrea Davis
Advisory Board Member
501(c)(3)
Aspiring Emergency Managers Online is registered as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law, tax identification number 92-1506457.
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