The scholarship recipient receives a free registration and travel expenses to the 2023 Pinnacle EMS Leadership Forum
CARLSBAD, Calif. 鈥� The , endowed by , is now open and accepting applications through May 1. Created in partnership with the Fitch EMS Foundation, the scholarship program is named after the late Jim Page, regarded by many as the father of modern EMS. It is designed to broaden the perspective and sharpen the skills of new and aspiring leaders to help formulate the future of EMS here and abroad.
鈥淚 worked with Jim in the early years of JEMS and EMS Today,鈥� said Gary Williams, President and CEO of Hartwell Medical. 鈥淗e made a tremendous impression on me personally and on my career. Jim was passionate about mentoring young leaders with a consistent message of making the patient the priority. We are proud to endow this scholarship and continue Jim鈥檚 vision.鈥�
The scholarship recipient receives a free registration and travel expenses to the 2023 Pinnacle EMS Leadership Forum, hosted by Fitch & Associates. The core of the scholarship is a structured six-part mentorship program, facilitated by Dr. Jay Fitch himself, founding partner of the firm named after him and well-known speaker, author and educator.
The mentorship, which begins at Pinnacle, will tackle tough leadership questions over the course of six months, such as ethical decision making, effective communication skills and the use of personal vs. positional power.
A fire chief, attorney, state EMS director, writer, publisher and speaker, Jim Page dedicated his life to serving others. Go to learn more about the James O. Page Legacy Scholarship and the man himself.
About Hartwell Medical
For over 30 years, has offered innovative product design, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service. Products include vacuum splinting, airway management, and immobilization devices designed to meet the new (SMR) spinal motion restriction protocols. Products have been subjected to real-life field tests and are designed and tested to meet the highest clinical standards and protocols.
About the Fitch EMS Foundation
The was created by the EMS consulting firm and others who believe the future of the EMS profession requires the aggressive development of its future leaders. By providing scholarships, the Foundation opens the door to a community of high-performing emerging leaders who need a helping hand for a national perspective.
About the Pinnacle EMS Leadership Forum
is the only leadership-focused national meeting that serves all EMS service models. Always located in a retreat-like setting, the conference is renowned for its networking, mentoring and cutting-edge program. This year鈥檚 Pinnacle will be at the JW Marriott Hill Country Resort in San Antonio, Texas July 24th-28th.