Wes Bogdane officially retired after 34 years as a critical care paramedic. He also spent 15 years in the Alberta EMS Provincial Dispatch System, ultimately serving as the Provincial Business Integration Lead. In that role, he didn't just manage the tech; he was elbow-deep in the bureaucracy, helping to create and change policies to make sure the system worked for the people answering the calls, not against them.
He hung up his boots, ready for a life of leisure. Then he realized that technology and policy in public safety is just too interesting to leave alone.
Now, instead of driving the ambulance, he's driving change! For the past two years, Wes has been an integral part of the Federal Engineering Canadian consulting team. He's trekking from coast to coast, helping PSAPs with major projects involving CAD/RMS, NG911, Call Handling, and more. His deep passion for advancing PSAP technology keeps him busy—so much for that retirement plan!
Come hear from Wes, the veteran who knows exactly what happens when policy meets reality. He proves that once you're in public safety tech, you can check out any time you like, but you can never truly leave.