Ellen Poole

Ellen Poole serves as General Counsel at Fortis Fire & Safety since April 2023 and has held the same position at Piper Fire Protection since March 2014, where responsibilities include managing legal aspects related to contracts, risk management, and employment matters. In addition, Ellen Poole is a General Counsel and Contract Manager at St. Petersburg College and an Adjunct Professor of Business Law. Previous experience includes a role as Franchise Paralegal at Checkers Drive In Restaurants, Inc., where significant contributions were made in franchise documentation and liability claims management, as well as a Corporate & Franchise Paralegal position at Ker's WingHouse, focusing on franchise program development and legal support. Ellen Poole holds a JD from Stetson University College of Law and a BA in Mass Communications/Public Relations from the University of South Florida.