Fireworks / Pyrotechnics Expert Witness | Texas
Fireworks / Pyrotechnics | E-091593
Expert Qualifications
Experience in the Fireworks Industry – 42 years Management and Vice President of 2 major fireworks display companies Management and President of a fireworks manufacturing company National Sales Manager for the largest fireworks display company in the US International travel to Japan, China, Mexico and Brazil for fireworks purchasing Lead Technician on over 250 display shows as well as major National and International displays Lead Sales and Co-Producer of multi-media Oklahoma Centennial Celebration – Opening Ceremonies Responsible for sales, logistics, organization and operations at 5 international fireworks competitions Lead Sales and Producer of Vancouver Symphony of Fire/Celebration of Light – 2 competitions Lead Sales and Producer of Ontario Place Toronto Festival of Fire – 1 competition Lead Sales and Producer of Les Grands Feux Loto-Québec Fireworks Competition – 1 competition Lead Sales and Producer of World Fireworks Championship – Sultanate of Oman – USA Competitor Consulting for the fireworks trade and related industries, including risk management – 40 years Author of fireworks articles for iE Festivals Magazine Co-author of the APA Outdoor Fireworks Display Operators Training Program Instructor for the training of outdoor display operators and fire department inspectors for the State Fire Marshals of North Carolina, Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri and New Mexico. On task group or consulted with agencies developing fireworks legislation for states of Kansas, Missouri, Tennessee, North Carolina, Oklahoma and New Mexico Worked extensively on issues with Washington, DC Headquarters personnel of BATF, DOT, EPA and OSHA, as well as many state agencies on fireworks issues. Insurance Agent for Property and Casualty Insurance Sales and Risk Management Services – 19 years
Bio Snapshot
Location: TX BA, University of Oklahoma Member, American Pyrotechnic Association Member, Technical Committee on Pyrotechnics - National Fire Protection Association Member, Festivals and Events Association of Oklahoma