About Fire-Dex
ABOUT OUR FAMILY
At Fire-Dex, we provide innovative PPE customized to keep firefighters safe. We are a family-owned company that is committed to the health and safety of first responders. Partnered with our sister company, Gear Wash, the largest Independent Service Provider of PPE care and maintenance in the world, our mission is “to serve those who serve." Together, we give you trusted expertise for the entire lifecycle of your gear.
Fire-Dex is the fastest-growing PPE manufacturer because everything we do is geared toward driving advancements that lead to better protection for first responders around the world. Whether it’s state-of-the-art manufacturing processes or constant product innovations, inventive thinking is at the core of our success. For over 40 years, we've focused exclusively on perfecting head-to-toe protection, meaning fire departments can trust that our gear is purpose-built and always has their back.
Our mission, vision, and values guide everything we do
MISSION
To Serve Those Who Serve
VISION
To Become the World Leader in Personal Protective Solutions
VALUES
F - Fun
I - Integrity
R - Respect
E - Excellence



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Fire-Dex Announces Executive Leadership Changes
Innovations Keep Firefighters and First Responders Safe
Leadership Team
Founded by Bill Burke over 40 years ago, Fire-Dex continues its legacy of safety under his daughters, Lauren and Taylor. While we've grown a lot over the years, Fire-Dex continues to be a family-owned business that takes first responders' needs seriously. We're proud to be based in Medina, Ohio, continually innovating PPE while staying true to our roots. Along the way we've gathered some incredibly talented team members who will keep us strong for the next 40 years—and beyond.


Steve Allison
CEO

Lauren Burke Devere
President

Taylor Burke Gillman
President, Gear Wash

John Karban
Vice President of Operations

Dave Liana
Vice President of Finance, CFO

Todd Herring
Vice President, Product Innovation and Strategy

Jeff Koledo
Vice President of Sales

Jenny Surovey
Vice President of Marketing

Darin Siley
Vice President of Human Resources

Ben Pfahl
Chief Information Officer