In this episode of the Convergent Impact Leadership Podcast, Chief Tim Sendelbach of Loveland Fire Rescue Authority reflects on four decades in the fire service—from growing up in the shadow of the Beverly Hills Supper Club fire to leading at the national level as a speaker, editor, and now chief of a progressive Colorado department.

With humility, candor, and hard-won perspective, Chief Sendelbach shares what it means to balance vision with day-to-day leadership, set clear lines in the sand for firefighter health and wellness, and keep people at the center of every decision. His leadership journey underscores that trust, accountability, and forward-thinking aren’t just strategies—they’re standards.

🔥 Tune in to hear: ✅ How a tragic fire in 1977 set him on a lifelong path into the fire service ✅ Why humility and trust remain non-negotiables in leadership ✅ Lessons from navigating both municipal and private-sector fire leadership ✅ How LFRA is advancing proactive wildfire mitigation and firefighter wellness ✅ Why tradition should never outweigh life-safety and innovation ✅ What four decades of service have taught him about vision, pace, and balance

Whether you’re just starting your career or leading from the chief’s chair, this episode offers a grounded, people-first look at how to lead with clarity, courage, and care.

In this episode of the Convergent Impact Leadership Podcast, Chief Brycen Garrison of Brighton Fire Rescue District shares his approach to people-first leadership, organizational culture, and making mission-driven decisions that align with long-term values. With a background that spans the corporate world, volunteer firefighting, and now chief-level leadership, Chief Garrison brings a thoughtful, empowering perspective rooted in clarity, humility, and purpose.

From aligning short-term choices with long-term values to creating a workplace where people feel seen, supported, and energized—this conversation is packed with practical insight for anyone looking to lead with greater intent.

🔥 Tune in to hear:

✅ Why “people before things” is more than a motto—it’s a strategic filter

✅ How Brighton Fire rebuilt its mission, vision, and values to actually live them

✅ What belief-in looks like (not just buy-in) when it comes to decision-making

✅ How to lead without ego—and model accountability without blame

✅ Why investing in training and education creates long-term organizational strength

✅ How transparency, trust, and emotional intelligence fuel cultural momentum

If you're looking to strengthen alignment, elevate your team, and lead with heart in high-stakes environments, this episode will challenge and encourage you.

In this episode of the Convergent Impact Leadership Podcast, Chief Drew Hoehn of Red, White & Blue Fire Protection District (Breckenridge, CO) reflects on nearly 30 years in the fire service—from a post-9/11 move to Summit County to co-leading a department with a rare dual-chief model.

With thoughtful perspective and hard-won experience, Chief Hoehn shares what it means to lead with humility, shape culture through example, and make high-stakes decisions without losing your humanity. Whether navigating a medical crisis, working across cultures in Central America, or empowering future leaders, his approach is grounded, candid, and refreshingly self-aware.

🔥 Tune in to hear:

✅ What a dual-chief model looks like—and why it works for RWB Fire

✅ How medical adversity reshaped his leadership lens

✅ The importance of emotional maturity and heart-forward leadership

✅ Why judgment—not assumptions—is a critical leadership muscle

✅ Lessons from training EMS providers in Honduras

✅ How inclusion, succession, and vulnerability build long-term strength

This episode explores how to lead with clarity, care, and conscience—especially when the decisions are hard and the stakes are real.