MEET OUR TEAM

Marcus Haynes
Emergency Management & Hazardous Materials

Marcus Haynes brings more than 19 years of public safety, fire service, EMS, hazardous materials, and safety leadership experience to EPS. He serves with the City of Phoenix Fire Department as a Firefighter, Paramedic, and HAZMAT Technician, and has also supported health, safety, compliance, and training efforts across public and private sectors. With advanced education in emergency management and global security, Marcus provides clients with practical field experience, strong operational judgment, and specialized support in emergency response, hazardous materials, preparedness, and training.

Credentials

Master of Arts, Global Security, Arizona State University

Bachelor of Science, Emergency Management, Northern Arizona University 

Certifications

OSHA 30 | Certified Emergency Paramedic | Certified Hazardous Materials Technician | NFPA Fire Instructor I & II | Certified Health & Safety Officer | FEMA Radiological and Nuclear Response Trainer

Real-World Experience

City of Phoenix Fire Department | Firefighter | Paramedic | HAZMAT Technician | Phoenix Regional Hazmat Instructor | Health & Safety Officer | U.S. Department of State | Emergency Management

William (Bill) Bishop
Incident Command & Public Information

William “Bill” Bishop brings 27 years of fire service and incident command experience to EPS. A retired Battalion Chief and Incident Commander with the Goodyear Fire Department, Bill offers clients seasoned leadership in emergency response, public information, hazardous materials, and training. His background as a fire instructor, Hazardous Materials Technician, and Public Information Officer, combined with degrees in Public Safety Administration and Fire Science, gives EPS clients practical expertise, clear communication, and trusted support in complex incidents and high-pressure environments.

Credentials
Bachelor of Science, Public Safety Administration
Bachelor of Science, Fire Science

Certifications
OSHA 30 | Fire Instructor | Hazardous Materials Technician (HMT) | Public Information Officer (PIO)

Real-World Experience
Retired Battalion Chief | Incident Commander | Goodyear Fire Department | 27 Years of Fire Service | U.S. Navy | Army National Guard

Dave Ewing
EMS & Technical Rescue Support

Dave Ewing brings 25 years of fire service experience to EPS. A longtime member of the Phoenix Fire Department, Dave provides clients with practical field knowledge, steady operational support, and real-world experience in fire service, EMS, and technical rescue. His background as a Paramedic, Technical Rescue Technician, and Physical Fitness Program Instructor adds valuable strength to EPS in emergency response, rescue support, and workforce readiness.

Credentials

25-Year Member, Phoenix Fire Department

Certifications

OSHA 30 | Paramedic | Technical Rescue Technician (TRT) | Physical Fitness Program Instructor

Real-World Experience
Phoenix Fire Department | Fire Service | EMS Response | Technical Rescue Support | Physical Fitness Program Instructor

Kelsey Fortnam
EMS & Technical Rescue Support

Kelsey Fortnam brings 13 years of public safety experience to EPS. Currently serving with the Flagstaff Fire Department, Kelsey provides clients with practical support in EMS, technical rescue, and emergency response operations. Her background as an Emergency Medical Technician and Technical Rescue Technician, combined with advanced education in applied mathematics and forensic psychology, adds a thoughtful, well-rounded perspective to field operations, problem-solving, and client support.

Credentials
Master of Science, Applied Mathematics
Master of Science, Forensic Psychology

Certifications
OSHA 30 | Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) | Technical Rescue Technician (TRT)

Real-World Experience
Flagstaff Fire Department | 13 Years in Public Safety | EMS Support | Technical Rescue Support | Emergency Response Operations

Joe Rivera
Incident Safety, Fire Investigation & EMS 

Joe Rivera brings 20 years of fire service experience to EPS. A longtime member of the El Mirage Fire Department, Joe provides clients with strong operational support in fire service, EMS, incident safety, and emergency response. His background as a Paramedic, Incident Safety Officer, Incident Command Officer, Rope Rescue Technician, and Hazardous Materials First Responder, combined with a degree in Fire Administration and Fire Investigation, gives EPS clients practical field experience, sound judgment, and dependable support in high-risk environments.

Credentials
Bachelor of Science, Fire Administration/Fire Investigation

Certifications
OSHA 30 | Paramedic | Incident Safety Officer (ISO) | Incident Command Officer (ICO) | Rope Rescue Technician (RRT) | Hazardous Materials First Responder (FRO)

Real-World Experience
El Mirage Fire Department | 20 Years of Fire Service | EMS Response | Incident Safety Support | Incident Command Support | Rope Rescue | Hazardous Materials Response | Paramedic of the Year

Michael McGhee
Fire Service Leadership & Incident Command 

Michael McGhee brings more than 43 years of fire service experience to EPS. With service spanning Mayer, Salt River, and Rural Metro fire organizations, Michael has served in roles ranging from Firefighter/Engineer/EMT to Captain, with hands-on experience in fire suppression, emergency medical response, fire prevention, inspections, training, and personnel leadership. His background in incident command, rescue operations, and code enforcement gives EPS clients seasoned judgment, steady leadership, and practical support in emergency response, fire safety, and field operations.

Credentials
Bachelor of Science, Fire Science
Professional Development Series, Federal Emergency Management Agency
National Fire Academy Fire Service Leadership

Certifications
OSHA 30 | Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) | Arizona Firefighter I, II, III | CPR | Rope Rescue Technician (RRT) | Extrication Rescue | Vertical Rescue | Hazardous Materials First Responder | Incident Commander (IC)

Real-World Experience
Captain, Salt River Fire Department | Firefighter/Engineer/EMT, Rural Metro | Firefighter/Engineer/EMT, Borger Fire Department | 43 Years of Fire Service | Fire Prevention & Inspections | Incident Command | Emergency Medical Response | Training & Personnel Development

Shaun DuBois
Incident Command & Risk Preparedness  

Shaun DuBois brings 20 years of fire service and emergency management experience to EPS. Serving as a Fire Captain with the Phoenix Fire Department, he provides clients with strong operational leadership, practical field experience, and specialized support in incident command, hazard assessment, public safety planning, and emergency preparedness. His background in paramedicine, hazardous materials, field training, public information, and CBRNE/public health preparedness gives EPS clients trusted guidance in complex and high-risk environments.

Credentials
Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology, Arizona State University

Certifications
Paramedic | Paramedic Instructor | Hazardous Materials Technician | Field Training Officer | Incident Safety Officer | Public Information Officer | Threat Liaison Officer | CBRNE/Public Health Preparedness Coordinator

Real-World Experience
Phoenix Fire Department | Fire Captain | 20 Years of Fire Service | Incident Command | Emergency Management | Threat & Hazard Identification and Assessment | Public Safety Planning | Emergency Preparedness