Wildfire industry collective’s inaugural event, Circle Up.
When the term "circle up" is used within the wildfire community, it signals a moment for essential conversations, idea-sharing, and cooperative decision-making. It represents an open forum where every voice has a chance to be heard, fostering a united approach to problem-solving.
Wildfire Industry Collective warmly invites you to our 'Circle Up' event. Join us in a collaborative gathering of wildland firefighters, industry experts, agency representatives, and government decision-makers, all driven by the collective ambition to better support and equip those at the very heart of wildfire response.
Circle Up Programming
Welcome and Introduction to Wildfire Industry Collective
Presentation by Harrison Raine, NASA Project Lead, Graduate Candidate in Environmental and City Planning, and former Logan IHC crew member.
Panel Discussion featuring Deputy Chief of the Forest Service, Jaelith Hall-Rivera, Director of Utah Department of Natural Resources, Jamie Barnes, and Summit County, Utah Public Lands Manager, Jessica Kirby. Topics will focus on inter-jurisdictional wildfire mitigation, readiness, and suppression.
Independent filmmaker Gabriel Mann offers a sneak peek of his new documentary, “Hotshot.”
Engaging conversation with the co-chair of the Bipartisan and Bicameral Wildfire Caucus, Utah Representative John Curtis, addressing challenges for budding and existing industry collaborators.
A Perspective from the Frontlines: Delve into firsthand accounts with Regional Training and Workforce Development Specialist Pete Dutchick, Fire Management Officer and Complex Incident Management Incident Commander, Marcus Cornwell, and Deputy Chief of State, Private, and Tribal Forestry, Jaelith Hall-Rivera.
Industry Showcase: Unveiling 21st-Century Solutions for Today's Challenges. Get ready for revelations from Peter McNall of General Atomics Aeronautics, Korena Hallam & Summer Hurd of Green Buffalow Ltd., Lucas Mayfield of Mystery Ranch, and Andrew Dixon of Ignis Technologies
Complimentary lunch and a hosted closing reception will be provided.