Shae's journey in lifesaving began with a deeply personal tragedy - the sudden cardiac arrest death of her beloved grandmother in 2001. This profound loss ignited an unwavering passion for emergency preparedness that has driven her mission for nearly two decades. As a Paramedic with over 15 years of pre-hospital emergency care experience, Shae has not only saved countless lives in the field but has also empowered over 10,000 individuals with life-saving skills through her training programs. Her dedication extends beyond emergency medicine into rare disease advocacy, where she has founded multiple non-profit organizations and authored several educational books to raise awareness about rare disorders. As a proud ambassador for NORD (National Organization for Rare Disorders), Shae actively participates in their annual Rare Disease Day, using her platform to amplify the voices of rare disease patients and families. Her unique combination of emergency medical expertise and rare disease advocacy has created a lasting impact on communities nationwide, transforming tragedy into a legacy of hope and preparedness.

Dr. Aloysius Fobi graduated from Amherst College in 1995 and earned his medical degree at Oregon Health Science University (OHSU) in 1999. Over the past 20 years, he has established himself as a distinguished board-certified emergency medicine physician and associate professor at OHSU. Dr. Fobi is also dedicated to education and has taught numerous practitioners the art and science of injection techniques. His ability to impart knowledge and skills to others has earned him a reputation as a respected educator and mentor in the field.

Miguelito brings an infectious enthusiasm to every classroom, transforming complex medical concepts into engaging, memorable learning experiences. His passion for emergency medical training stems from a deep belief that every person deserves access to life-saving education. With his dynamic teaching style and genuine care for student success, Miguelito creates an environment where learners feel confident to ask questions, practice skills, and develop the competence needed to respond effectively in emergencies. His dedication to excellence in education has made him a beloved instructor among students across the Western United States, where he coordinates classes in Northern Nevada, Northern California, Oregon, Idaho, Washington, Colorado, and Utah. Miguelito's commitment to making training accessible and enjoyable has helped thousands of students gain the confidence and skills they need to save lives.

Deborah brings a unique blend of healthcare experience and business acumen to Community Responders. Her journey began in healthcare as a hospital technician in her early career, where she developed a deep understanding of medical environments and patient care standards. This foundation led her to become a certified CPR skills evaluator with Community Responders, where she assessed students' competency in life-saving techniques with precision and compassion. Now serving in Client Services, Deborah leverages her healthcare background and business administration degree to deliver unparalleled customer service. Her unwavering commitment to excellence ensures that every student who comes to Community Responders receives not just training, but a supportive, professional experience that builds confidence in their newly acquired skills. With over 10 years of dedicated service, Deborah has become the cornerstone of our client relations, transforming routine interactions into meaningful connections that reflect our organization's commitment to saving lives through education.

DeVion's journey in helping others began at a young age when he founded "DeVion's Toybox," a nonprofit organization dedicated to donating coloring books and crayons to children in hospitals. His own personal struggles with a rare disease, combined with the guidance of his mother Shae Freeman, sparked a deep passion for motivating others through lifesaving skills and community service. Today, DeVion manages our social media presence and marketing initiatives, creating engaging content that connects with our community while drawing from his personal understanding of health challenges and the importance of preparedness. His expertise in digital marketing, press releases, and media relations helps expand our reach and communicate our mission effectively across all platforms. Beyond marketing, DeVion actively contributes to our training programs as a skills evaluator when needed and is currently preparing to become a certified instructor, continuing his lifelong commitment to helping others through both philanthropy and lifesaving education.

Donovan brings a unique entrepreneurial spirit to Community Responders, having started his journey as a YouTube influencer at just 11 years old, creating engaging online gameshows for his subscribers. This early experience in content creation and audience engagement has shaped his understanding of how to connect with and motivate people. As a driven young adult, Donovan is passionate about using his growing influence to encourage others to pursue lifesaving training, recognizing the vital importance of emergency preparedness in every community. Before transitioning to his current administrative role, Donovan served as a skills evaluator for Community Responders, giving him firsthand experience in assessing student competency and understanding the training process from multiple perspectives. Now in Client Services, he combines his entrepreneurial mindset with his practical training experience to handle ecard processing, certification management, and ensure students receive their credentials promptly and accurately, all while maintaining the high standards of service that reflect his organization's commitment to helping others succeed.