Aj Gonzales

AJ Gonzales is a highly experienced professional with a diverse background in emergency services, healthcare, philanthropy, and education. Currently serving as a Firefighter/Paramedic for the City of Dunedin since June 2022, AJ also holds a long-standing position as a Combat Medic in the Army National Guard since February 2004, specializing in combat trauma management. Previous roles include Manager of Philanthropy and Strategic Partnerships at College to Congress, Associate Director of Philanthropy at Southeastern Guide Dogs Inc, and Senior District Executive for the Boy Scouts of America, where responsibilities included program development and volunteer management. AJ's early career includes teaching English to middle school students in China, alongside academic credentials that include a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Central Florida and a TEFL Certificate from Peking University.