At the recent National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) annual conference, Russell B. Leavitt, Executive Chairman of Telgian Holdings, Inc. assumed the role of NFPA Chair of the Board, a position he will hold for two calendar years. NFPA is a global, nonprofit organization devoted to eliminating death, injury, property and economic loss due to fire, electrical and related hazards. The organization focuses on fire codes and standards, as well as public education for fire safety, outreach and advocacy, training and essential research. NFPA Board Members are selected based on business industry experience, as well as the respect of peers in…

This year’s Pat Ryan Team Spirit Award was presented to Mary McKenna. The award is the most prestigious honor bestowed at Telgian each year and was created in memory of former Telgian associate Pat Ryan. This award recognizes the spirit of teamwork and it is presented annually to the Telgian Associate who best embodies Pat Ryan’s legendary example. “It is a great honor to present Mary with the Pat Ryan Team Spirit Award,” says Telgian Executive Chairman Russell Leavitt. “Each year, we have large numbers of deserving associates nominated by their peers from throughout the organization, which makes the decision…

Fire protection, life safety and security industry leader Telgian is pleased to announce that the company’s President and CEO James Tomes has been named to the 2022 Phoenix Titan 100. The program, which recognizes Phoenix’s Top 100 CEO’s & C-level executives, honors the most accomplished business leaders in their respective industries. The list is compiled using criteria including the demonstration of exceptional leadership, vision, and passion.  “It’s an honor to be named to the Phoenix Titan 100,” says Tomes. “The Phoenix area is home to some of the most innovative, successful and diverse firms in the country. This recognition truly…

Fire protection, life safety and security industry leader Telgian is pleased to announce that company Vice President Tom Parrish has been named President of the Automatic Fire Alarm Association (AFAA). The AFAA membership recently voted on a slate of Officers and Board Members which takes effect in June 2022. Parrish, a long-time member and volunteer, previously served in the role of AFAA Vice President.  “AFAA is thrilled to welcome our new Officers and Board Members. We are eager to expand our efforts with online training and develop more courses; including within the learning management system, which allows you to take…

According to Telgian Fire Safety fire protection expert Steve Goyette, fire and life safety for small apartment buildings includes a wide variety of measures. There are several general categories to consider, from the regular inspection, testing and maintenance of fire extinguishers, exit signs / emergency lighting, and exit stairs / doors, to important “housekeeping” tasks. And many of these duties are more than capably handled by on-site building management personnel. Goyette recently shared his industry expertise on the subject in the article, “Be Prepared: Maintenance of Fire and Life Safety Systems Starts with the Property Management Team” for Apartment Age magazine.…