OUR MISSION
Protecting Tennessee
The mission of the Tennessee Fire Marshals Association is to advance fire prevention and life safety across Tennessee through professional leadership, education, collaboration, and statewide advocacy. TFMA unites fire marshals, fire inspectors, plans examiners, engineers, architects, contractors, and other fire and life safety professionals to strengthen professional standards, promote consistent and effective codes and practices, develop the next generation of fire prevention leaders, and provide a unified voice on issues that impact the safety of Tennessee's communities.
GOVERNANCE
Leadership & Committees
The Tennessee Fire Marshals Association is governed by a dedicated Board of Directors and specialized committees that ensure the highest standards of fire prevention and safety across the state.
Board of Directors
Stephen Otero, FM
President
Joseph Almon
First Vice President
Curtis Brinkley, MBA, CFO, CFM
Second Vice President
Brian Lowe, MS, EFO, CFO
Treasurer
Corey Kinsman, P.E.
Secretary
Committees
Legislative Advocacy Committee
This committee represents fire marshals during state legislative sessions.
Training & Education Committee
This committee advances professional development through executive-level education, specialized training, and leadership development.
Membership Advocacy Committee
This committee supports member growth and professional advocacy
Fire Code & Standards Committee
This committee advances fire prevention through the review, development, and improvement of fire codes, standards, and consistent statewide practices
Committee Chairs
Vacant
Legislative Advocacy Committe Chair
Lance Sutton
Training & Education Committee Chair
Vacant
Membership Advocacy Committee Chair
Vacant
Fire Code & Standards Committee