Thad White

Thad White has extensive experience in fire and emergency medical services, beginning with the City of Indianola, Iowa as a Fire Captain since March 1991, responsible for assisting in Fire and EMS operations and administering pre-hospital emergency care. Prior roles include Fire Captain and Lieutenant at the same department and a Senior Fire Medic with the City of Des Moines, emphasizing leadership in specialized emergency medical care and firefighting. Thad's background also includes positions as a Paramedic at multiple ambulance services, a Safety Director at Artistic Waste Services, and an Industrial Medical Technician at Monfort, alongside early experience as a photographer and writer. Thad holds a Master of Public Administration in Emergency Services Management from Columbia Southern University and has degrees from Des Moines Area Community College, Mercy College of Health Sciences, and Simpson College.