Stepping Up – The EMS Supervisor’s New Role

April 20, 2026

10:00 am –

10:50 am

Meeting Room 104-105

Tracks: Shift Dynamics

Congratulations, you’re in charge! This module supports EMS supervisors and managers as they transition from peer to leader. Participants explore the shift in mindset, responsibilities, and behaviors required to lead effectively, establish credibility, and avoid common early pitfalls. Through reflection and scenario-based discussion, learners clarify how they want to show up as leaders and begin defining their personal leadership approach.

Speakers:

Michael Kaduce
Director
Falck Health Institute

Michael Kaduce, MPS, NRP is the Director of the Falck Health Institute, where he leads national and international initiatives focused on EMS initial education, continuing education, and research. In this role, he oversees the development of innovative education programs designed to strengthen workforce readiness, clinical excellence, and evidence-based practice across prehospital systems. Michael previously served as the EMT Program Director at the UCLA Center for Prehospital Care within the David Geffen...

Tyanie Gordon
Clinical Director, Federal and National Services
Global Medical Response

Tyanie Gordon is an experienced clinical professional with over 20 years of passionate commitment to EMS and Disaster Medicine. Known for her intentionality, presence, and passion, Tyanie is a compassionate and driven leader who leverages her extensive patient care experience to inform all she does to lead career and industry initiatives across the nation. Ms. Gordon is guided by her passionate commitment to advancing pre-hospital EMS through engaging executive leaders, corporate...