Chief of Department Jeremy Lami of the Mobile, AL Fire Rescue Department wears his badge proudly. Born and raised within the city he serves, he was influenced by his father’s career with the Fire Department but forged his own path prior to finding his way back home. Prior to riding backwards, he joined the Army and found tremendous fulfillment as a combat medic. Upon following in his father’s footsteps, he joined the ranks of the department in 2002 and then deployed overseas for Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. His early days were filled with excitement, learning the job while finding the comradery that the military had offered. Rising through the ranks, Chief Lami was exposed to many different parts of the job, including a stint as the Training Captain. He enjoyed his time in the academy, helping push the progress of the department forward with those who worked along side of him. As he rose through the Chief ranks, Chief Lami continually thought about his people and the those that serve the residents of Mobile each day. Recognizing the “old school” members and their contribution is important to Chief Lami and the department, but finding ways in which we bridge the gap with the younger generation is imperative. The job is moving forward and so must departments. Chief Lami is passionate about the job, the City of Mobile and most importantly, those in which he serves; the public and his department.