EMSAC Committees

Conference Committee

The Conference Committee plans and executes EMSAC’s premier educational events, including the Colorado State EMS Conference,The committee works closely with EMS professionals, speakers, and sponsors to deliver high-quality content that advances clinical practice, leadership, and professional development in EMS. 

Conference Committee Chair: Jason Kotas

Communications Committee

The Communications Committee is responsible for sharing EMSAC’s mission, activities, and updates with members and the broader EMS community. Through newsletters, social media, and digital campaigns, this committee ensures timely, clear, and engaging communication that keeps members informed and connected.

Communications Committee Chair: Howard Paul

Membership Committee

The Membership Committee focuses on recruitment, engagement, and retention of EMSAC’s diverse membership. This group evaluates member benefits, supports group membership outreach, and helps ensure that EMSAC remains a valuable and inclusive community for individuals, agencies, and allied organizations throughout Colorado.

Membership Committee Chair: Brandon Chambers

Advocacy Committee

The Advocacy Committee leads EMSAC’s efforts to represent and advance EMS interests at the local, state, and national levels. This committee monitors legislation and regulatory issues, develops policy recommendations, and mobilizes members to take action on critical issues affecting EMS systems, funding, and workforce well-being.

Advocacy Commitee Chair: Tim Dienst

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EMSAC Regions

 Map of Colorado RETAC Regions – Plains To Peaks

EMSAC Region Directors

Region 1 Director:
Nick Nudell
UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies, Trauma Research
Term: 2023–2025
[email protected]


Region 2 Director:
Paul Johnson
Mountain View Fire Rescue
Term: 2024–2026
[email protected]

Region 3 Director:
Chris Williams
American Medical Response
Term: 2023–2025
[email protected]

Region 4 Director:
Vacant

Region 5 Director:
Brandon Daruna
Eagle County Paramedic Services
Term: 2023–2025
[email protected]


Region 6 Director:
Hannah Muth
SECRETAC / UCHealth LifeLine
Term: 2025–2026
[email protected]

Region 7 Director:
Mike Lening
AMR Colorado
Term: 2023–2025

Region 8 Director:
Reyna Martinez
SLV RETAC
Term: 2024–2026
[email protected]

Region 9 Director:
Josh Lorenzen
Los Pinos Fire Protection District
Term: 2023–2025
 [email protected]

Region 10 Director:
Daniel Barela
Colorado Mesa University, Health Sciences Dept.
Term: 2024–2026
[email protected]

Region 11 Director:
Addy Marantino
Northwest Colorado RETAC
Term: 2023–2025
[email protected]