Episode 164: Episode 5-21 – Chief Gary Ludwig – Firefighter Health & Leadership

One of the great leaders of today’s fire service is Chief Gary Ludwig, of the Champagne IL Fire Dept., and immediate Past-President of the IAFC. When he took office, he created a strong, international, promotion for firefighter health and wellness. Part of that promotion is his, “If you don’t feel well, DON’T make it your Farewell,” PSA.

Chief Ludwig began his career and the age of 18 with the City of St. Louis Fire Dept. and served for 25 years, retiring as Chief Paramedic. Subsequently, he served 10 years as Deputy Fire Chief for the Memphis Fire Dept. He was a prolific writer and author, penning articles in FIREHOUSE® Magazine for over 20 years and contributed additional articles to every major fire and EMS trade in the country.

Chief Ludwig teaches better leadership and management methods for line, administrative and chief officers. And he shares some of those methods with us today, including his dedication to keeping firefighters alive and well, through proactive practices.

His most recent book, “Fully-Involved Leadership,” is currently available on his website, www.fullyinvolvedleadership.com, and he shares some info on his newest book, as well.

Watch the video on our YouTube® channel, 5-Alarm Task Force Corp., or check out the audio on our website, www.5-alarmtaskforcecorp.org or your favorite podcast platform!