NCAFC Mid-Winter Conference 2021

Presentation of the Career and Volunteer Fire Officers of the Year

SPEAKER: Jason Patton
KEYNOTE: How to Hug 101: Changing the Perception of "Manliness" in First Responders

Jason Patton is a 12-year career Firefighter/Paramedic and creator of the popular video series, Fire Department Chronicles, which has amassed 1.8 million followers and over 150 million views.
Jason is also the Vice President of Fire Department Coffee, and a board member and spokesperson for the Heroes Cup, which works with NHL teams such as the Boston Bruins and the Tampa Bay Lighting to raise money for First Responders in need. Jason also represents Banyan Treatment Centers as an advocate for First Responders seeking help for Mental Health or Substance Abuse issues.