Rommie Duckworth

Rommie Duckworth is an accomplished emergency services professional with extensive experience spanning over three decades. Currently serving as the Director for Region I at the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians since January 2023, Duckworth has held the position of Fire Captain and EMS Coordinator at Ridgefield Professional Firefighters Local 1739 since May 1998. As the Founder and Director of the New England Center for Rescue and Emergency Medicine, Duckworth promotes innovative approaches to enhance emergency response and care. Previous roles include Executive Director at First Few Moments, Inc., Medical Simulation Education Specialist at Laerdal Medical, and Paramedic/Training Coordinator at Danbury Health Systems. Duckworth's educational background includes a Master of Public Administration focused on Fire Services Administration from Anna Maria College, along with several other advanced degrees and certifications related to public safety and emergency management.