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Pioneering  Change, 

Fostering  Resilience


Mind the Frontline, established in June 2023, is your ally in the journey to support those who selflessly safeguard our communities. Our core mission revolves around pioneering innovation in research, education, and overall well-being specifically tailored to healthcare, military, and public service frontline first responders.

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About Us

 

Meet the Team Behind the Mission...


 

Our Founder

Chris Smetana | President & CEO of Mind the Frontline and Founder of IA MED


With over two decades of experience as a former Critical Care Flight Paramedic/HSAR Tech and a seasoned EMS Educator, Chris is dedicated to advancing research, education, and well-being in healthcare, the military, and public service.

Chris's contributions extend internationally, as he has worked closely with military and governmental agencies, providing support to various units and departments within the US government and beyond as a Department of Defense contractor.

As a national speaker and accomplished author in the medical education field, Chris has authored numerous publications covering topics such as Critical Care Medicine, Aircrew Operations, and Advanced Cardiopulmonary Transport.

Chris is a passionate advocate for positive organizational culture, mental health awareness, and professional development within the EMS industry. He is committed to driving innovation, emphasizing diversity, and fostering adaptability to propel the field forward.

Contact: President@mindthefrontline.org

 

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Our Board

Matt Regan

Matt Regan

Contact: mattr@mindthefrontline.org

About Matt

Dr. Brenda Morrissey

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Contact: bmorrissey@mindthefrontline.org

About Brenda

Dr. John vonRosenberg

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Contact: jvonronsenberg@mindthefrontline.org

About John

Michael Sugrue

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Contact: msugrue@mindthefrontline.org

About Michael

  

Our Volunteers

Jaren Jarrell

Chief Operating Officer

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Contact: jarenj@mindthefrontline.org

About Jaren

Elizabeth Travis

VP of Community Relations
and Partnerships

 

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Contact: etravis@mindthefrontline.org

About Elizabeth

Amy Wright

VP of Peer Support

 

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Contact: awright@mindthefrontline.org

About Amy

Colleen Githens

VP of Marketing and Public
Relations

 

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Contact: cgithens@mindthefrontline.org

About Colleen

Eddie Rice

Program Manager State
Ambassador Program

 

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Contact: erice@mindthefrontline.org

About Eddie

Brett Zingarelli

Asst. Director of Peer Support

 

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Contact: bzingarelli@mindthefrontline.org

About Brett

David Speciale

Director of Fundraising/ State Ambassador

 

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Contact: dspeciale@mindthefrontline.org

About David

Michael Richards

Director of Media

Michael Richards

Contact: michaelr@mindthefrontline.org

About Michael

Dan Bergman

Chaplain

Dan Bergman

Contact: dan@mindthefrontline.org

About Dan

Robert Weisbaum

State Ambassador

 

Robert Weisbaum

Contact: robert@mindthefrontline.org

About Robert

Hannah Castro

Peer Support/ State Ambassador

 

Hannah Castro

Contact: hcastro@mindthefrontline.org

About Hannah

Nick Carson

Peer Support/ State Ambassador

 

Nick Carson

Contact: ncarson@mindthefrontline.org

About Nick

Joshua Carlile

State Ambassador

 

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Contact: jcarlile@mindthefrontline.org

About Joshua

Jerin Warkentin

Peer Support/ State Ambassador

 

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Contact: jwarkentin@mindthefrontline.org

About Jerin

Karsyn Nehls

Peer Support/ State Ambassador

 

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Contact: knehls@mindthefrontline.org

About Karsyn

Kenzie Christensen

State Ambassador

 

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Contact: kchristensen@mindthefrontline.org

About Kenzie

Christopher Cox

State Ambassador

 

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Contact: ccox@mindthefrontline.org

About Christopher

Samuel Ortiz 

Peer Support/ State Ambassador

 

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Contact: sortiz@mindthefrontline.org

About Samuel

Austin Gray

State Ambassador

 

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Contact: agray@mindthefrontline.org

About Austin

Katy Hamilton

State Ambassador

 

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Contact: khamilton@mindthefrontline.org

About Katy

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Organizational Values

 

At Mind the Frontline, our organizational values shape the foundation of our mission and guide our commitment to the mental health and well-being of frontline first responders. These values define who we are and how we operate:

1. Empowerment:

  • We empower frontline first responders by providing them with the tools, resources, and knowledge needed to prioritize and enhance their mental well-being.

2. Integrity:

  • Mind the Frontline is built on a foundation of integrity, ensuring honesty, transparency, and accountability in all our endeavors.

3. Resilience:

  • Resilience is at the heart of our values, reflecting the strength and fortitude required by frontline first responders.

4. Compassion:

  • We approach our mission with deep empathy, recognizing the unique challenges faced by healthcare, military, and public service frontline first responders.

5. Innovation:

  • We foster a culture of innovation, constantly seeking new and effective ways to enhance the mental health and well-being of first responders.

6. Collaboration:

  • We believe in the power of collaboration, working hand-in-hand with individuals, organizations, and communities to achieve our shared goals.

7. Diversity and Inclusion:

  • We celebrate diversity and inclusivity, recognizing and respecting the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of all individuals.

8. Proactive Advocacy:

  • We proactively advocate for the mental health of first responders, raising awareness and challenging stigmas to create a more supportive culture.

9. Empathetic Listening:

  • We practice empathetic listening, valuing the voices and experiences of first responders to inform our initiatives.

10. Camaraderie:

  • Mind the Frontline fosters a sense of camaraderie, building a community that supports and uplifts one another in the shared journey toward well-being.

11. Community-Centric:

  • Our values are rooted in a commitment to serving and uplifting the first responder community, placing their needs at the forefront of our efforts.

12. Courage:

  • We approach our mission with courage, tackling the challenges and stigma surrounding mental health in the first responder community head-on.

13. Accountability:

  • We hold ourselves accountable for the impact we seek to make, measuring and evaluating our initiatives to ensure meaningful and positive outcomes.

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