Three Industry Leaders Join First Responders Children’s Foundation National Board of Directors
10 Julio 2024 - 10:52AM
The First Responders Children’s Foundation (FRCF), a national
501(c)3 organization dedicated to serving the children of U.S.
first responders, which includes firefighters, police officers,
paramedics, EMTs, corrections officers, and 911 dispatchers, has
announced that Mike Cory, Executive Vice President and Chief
Operating Officer of CSX, Kent Chrisman, Senior Director of
Security and Corporate Services of Devon Energy, and Marc Hagle,
Chief Executive Officer of Tricor International LLC, have joined
its national Board of Directors.
Leveraging the skills of some of the nation’s
most talented business leaders enables FRCF to continue supporting
the children of first responders nationwide, ensuring they have the
resources to heal in the most tragic circumstances, grow to reach
their fullest potential, and thrive to achieve their dreams. The
FRCF national board of directors consists of 17 members with
diverse backgrounds and skills who support advancing the FRCF
mission across essential organization functions such as business
development and growth, finance, fundraising, strategic planning,
marketing, and operations.
"We are honored to welcome Mike Cory, Kent
Chrisman, and Marc Hagle to our incredible Board of Directors. Each
has been a dedicated advocate for our mission, recognizing the
critical role that first responders play by putting their own lives
on hold to serve our communities, often leaving their families to
face significant challenges and endure uncontrollable stress. By
building on the expertise of our new board members and the
generosity of our donors, FRCF is now better equipped to expand its
services, ultimately benefiting more children nationwide,” said
Jillian Crane, President and CEO of First Responders Children’s
Foundation.
Mike Cory is the Executive Vice President and
Chief Operating Officer of CSX, responsible for overseeing the
company's operations strategy and performance. Cory joined the
company after spending more than four decades in the industry in a
variety of c-suite and leadership roles where he managed rapid
volume growth, oversaw capital projects, and led three national
labor negotiations with the union representing engineers and
conductors.
"I am deeply honored to support our courageous
first responders who selflessly and consistently demonstrate their
unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of our
communities,” said Cory. “CSX has a profound respect for the
bravery and dedication of these heroes, having experienced
firsthand the strong relationships they forge with their local
communities and witnessed their tireless efforts in times of
crisis. We will continue to support FRCF’s annual scholarships and
toy drive to provide for the children of first responders.”
With a 14-year tenure with the U.S. Secret
Service, Kent Chrisman boasts a diverse background in
investigations and protection. Before this, he held leadership
roles as a deputy sheriff in Nebraska and a member of the US Air
Force. Notably, Chrisman has spent over 14 years as Senior Director
of Security and Corporate Services at Devon Energy Corporation,
overseeing global security operations and corporate services across
the organization.
"With nearly two decades of experience in local
and federal law enforcement, I have witnessed firsthand the
life-changing work FRCF does for these heroic individuals and the
communities they serve. I am honored to serve as a member of the
Board of Directors and I look forward to contributing to their
continued growth and success," said Kent Chrisman, Senior Director
of Security and Corporate Services of Devon Energy.
Marc Hagle is President and CEO of Tricor
International LLC a real estate company with a diverse portfolio of
properties spanning 17 U.S. states. He is also a distinguished
alumnus of Purdue University, the latest graduate to travel to
space as an astronaut, and an esteemed lecturer at Purdue's
Mitchell E. Daniels Jr. School of Business, where he shares his
expertise on real estate with students. In addition to his
professional pursuits, Marc is a committed philanthropist who
generously supports 55 non-profit organizations with a specific
dedication to making a positive impact on the lives of
children.
“Our first responders provide a service to every
citizen to ensure our safety and welfare. It is with honor and
respect that I am able, through FRCF, to assist and provide these
people safety and a backup plan to ensure that their children and
families are secure into the future,” said Marc Hagle, CEO of
Tricor International LLC.
ABOUT FIRST RESPONDERS CHILDREN’S
FOUNDATIONFirst Responders Children’s Foundation is a
national foundation that provides programs and resources that
address the specific needs of first responders and their families.
The Foundation focuses on four key areas: Scholarships, Financial
Assistance Grants; a Mental Health Resilience Program; and
Community Engagement. The Foundation was founded over 22 years ago
in response to 9/11 when 800 children lost a first responder
parent.
Additional information about FRCF can be found
at www.1stRCF.org and on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram
@1strcf.
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Maniscalco
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