Meredith Hawes has 25 years of experience in education and training. She received her bachelor’s degree in education from Central Michigan University, receiving Michigan Teaching Certification for K-8 with a ZA Endorsement. Her work experience ranges from non-profit administration, corporate training, and public education on a local, state, national, and international level. She currently serves as the North Central Regional Director under Field Operations at the National Fire Protection Association. She works to provide technical assistance and support on fire & life safety public education outreach and initiatives. She also promotes the use of NFPA codes and standards at all levels of government. Meredith is responsible for organizing the fire service, building officials, electrical industry, health advocates, facility managers, installers, designers and others to support NFPA’s fire safety mission in the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin.