Cornerstones of Leadership for Real World Success - On & Off the Fireground

Join us with Chief Leeb as he shares over 40 years of leadership wisdom gained from his remarkable journey in the fire service, both in career and volunteer departments. Delving into his philosophy centered around training, teamwork, and mentorship, Chief Leeb will discuss the foundational principles that guided him as he rose through the ranks of the FDNY.

During this presentation, Chief Leeb will showcase multiple case studies, drawing from real-life fire and emergency incidents, many of which he was personally on the scene. He will emphasize the importance of the winning mindset, playing to win, training, teamwork, fireground strategy and tactics, extinguishment, search, and safety cultures, and how they coexist for optimal outcomes. These case studies will be dissected to provide attendees with fireground tactical and strategic insights, as well as time-tested leadership lessons that will prepare you for the possible, serving as powerful examples of the pivotal connection between effective preparation, collaborative teamwork, and positive results in the field. A winning mindset dedicated to preparation starts with you. Because on game day, the time to prepare is over. From the chief to the newest member of your organization, you will leave this presentation motivated and better prepared for any emergency response.

Frank Leeb – Bio Frank Leeb is the managing director of the First Responder Center for Excellence (FRCE). He previously served as a Deputy Assistant Chief in the New York City Fire Department. Retiring in June 2024 after more than 31 years. During his tenure with the FDNY, he held several senior staff positions, including the Chief of the Fire Academy, Chief of Training, and Chief of Safety. Frank has also been a member of the East Farmingdale Fire Department since 1983 (Long Island, NY). Frank Leeb's career has been defined by his unwavering commitment to fostering growth through training and development, a central tenet of his leadership philosophy. He has lectured nationally and internationally on motivation, preparedness, leadership, and strategy and tactics. He holds a bachelor’s degree in fire service administration from SUNY Empire State and a master’s degree in security studies from the Naval Postgraduate School, Center for Homeland Defense and Security (CHDS). He has served as an advisory panel member for UL Firefighter Safety Research Institute’s (FSRI) “Study of Coordinated Attack in Acquired Structures”. Frank was also the keynote speaker for Firehouse Expo in 2022 and was a presenter at the 2022, 2023, and 2024 U.S. Fire Administrator Summit on Fire Prevention and Control. He is also the author of the best-selling book “Cornerstones of Leadership - On And Off The fireground” and the co-author of 30 Fires You Must Know”.

Host or Publisher Dan Murray