Ep. 9: A Cogent Conversation with Jack McGovern

In this episode of Cogent Conversations, Host Shelly Weinstein is joined by Battalion Chief Jack McGovern, the Deputy Emergency Manager for the City of Fredericksburg, Virginia. Chief McGovern shares his experience managing both planned events, like the Marine Corps Half Marathon, and unplanned crises, such as natural disasters and large-scale fires. Shelly and Chief McGovern dive into the importance of interagency collaboration, resource management, and community engagement in keeping the public safe. From mass casualty preparedness to supporting local communities in times of crisis, this episode underscores the critical role of leadership and planning in public safety.