Chief Morris brings over 25 years of public safety experience and currently serves as a Deputy Fire Chief in Fairfield County, Connecticut. He has served as an evaluator for fire department oral boards across all ranks throughout the East Coast and has coached hundreds of candidates over the past decade. Committed to helping others succeed, he is known for his practical insight, supportive approach, and deep understanding of the fire service hiring process. Chief Morris has been certified as a Fire Marshal in Connecticut since 2007 and holds nationally recognized credentials, including IAAI Certified Fire Investigator (CFI) and NAFI Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI).

In addition to his operational leadership, Chief Morris brings significant consulting expertise. He is an organizational consultant with the strategic services division of the Emergency Services Consulting International (ESCI), the consulting arm of the International Association of Fire Chiefs, and a Senior Consultant with the Energy Safety Response Group (ESRG). He holds a Bachelor’s degree from Central Connecticut State University, a Master of Public Administration from the University of Connecticut, and is currently completing a PhD in Fire and Emergency Management at Oklahoma State University.