Robert Roy is the owner for Advanced Rescue Education Solutions LLC. Having returned from his most recent military deployment in mid 2016, Robert found a need for better quality and more engaging medical training in his communities and organizations. As such, ARES was created to begin providing high quality education that trains people in such a way that they are able to easily recall critical information during emergencies when stress and tunnel vision can get in the way. Robert began working in the field of fire and EMS in 2005 in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. Quickly finding a passion he was missing in his previous career as a network engineer, he began pursuing his own training in the field and focused on growing a new career. This new path led him to become a registered EMT in 2007, military medic in 2008, and through his love of education and training, he has progressed in his career through positions including Assistant Chief of Training for both military and civilian fire departments. Today, he is a Headquarters level Deputy Fire Chief in the US Air Force with multiple bases under his wing, a firefighter for the US Navy and the town of Abita Springs, LA, a mentor and instructor for new and existing military medics, and owner of two additional companies beyond ARES itself. Throughout his career, Robert has earned multiple awards from military and civilian organizations alike, including the Aerial Achievement Medal for 10+ successful combat medical evacuation missions and Firefighter of the Year twice; once for a civilian department and once for the US Air Force. Mr. Roy holds a bachelor’s degree in Fire Service Administration, an associate’s degree in Practical Nursing, an associate’s degree in Fire Science, and an associate’s degree in IT Networking Technology. He also maintains his EMS credentials and holds “almost” every fire service certification.
Chris Walley started his career in the Fire service in 1998 as a volunteer firefighter and became a full-time firefighter in 1999. He obtained his EMT-Basic in 2001 and then became a Paramedic in 2005.While in the fire service, Chris was promoted to Lieutenant and was the City of Brandon’s first Paramedic. Chris progressed his career into Emergency Management in 2009. While working for Rankin County Emergency Management he responded to several disasters within the county but also responded as a forwarded Incident Management Team with the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency. He was the task force coordinator for the Mid-Mississippi Strike Team while at Rankin County EOC. Chris also began his Law Enforcement career with the Rankin County Sheriffs Office where he provided his paramedic skills as a SWAT team member. Chris obtained his TCCC instructor and assisted in teaching several EMS, FD, and SWAT teams. He eventually moved on to University of Mississippi Medical Center where he assisted the State Medical Response Team and assisted the hospital during large scale events. He also had his time in the Middle East as a High Threat Security Medic for the United States Embassies in Afghanistan and Iraq. Throughout his career, Chris has maintained a high level of passion for training and education that he uses to enrich the EMT training for ARES.
Chase Edwards is a 20+ year veteran of the US military, fire service, and EMS civilian. Chase started his career as an emergency services professional by joining Fire Protection in the Air National Guard. Chase began his education as a medical professional while serving as an assistant athletic trainer at a local community college. He also worked in a municipal fire department and a volunteer fire department in his local community. Chase obtained his Emergency Medical Technician Certification during his career as a municipal firefighter. He then progressed to a military fire department and worked for an EMS agency to further his career in Emergency Services. Chase has had the opportunity to be a USAF flight medic and firefighter through his military affiliations. He started his endeavors in training for all hazards responses through those affiliations, including training seasoned operators in a joint tactical environment. Chase has obtained a Paramedic Certification and numerous IFSAC and Pro Board Fire certifications throughout his career as a fire service professional. Including Fire Instructor I/II, Fire Inspector I/II, Fire Officer I, II, III, IV, Hazardous Material Technician, and more. He has also obtained degrees in Fire, EMS, and Safety. Currently, Chase is a Fire Chief at an international airport, fire academy instructor, community college instructor, and USAF Medic. Chase continues to progress as an all-hazards professional and seeks to train others in multiple fields of emergency services and emergency management.
