Jarrod Sergi is a 20-year member of the fire service. He started his career in the US Navy serving as a Damage Control-man where he was responsible for all shipboard firefighting operations and the training of ships crew. 

After his time in the Navy, he was selected to join the ranks of Norfolk Fire-Rescue in Norfolk VA where he has been for the last 15 years. Currently, he serves as the Captain of Engine Company 1 in the heart of downtown Norfolk.

During his time with Norfolk, he has also served as a ladder company officer as well as completed a tour in the training division. Here he was responsible for the coordination of several Fire Academy’s and the development and implementation of several department-wide and regional training programs. Along with this, he is also an instructor for the Virginia Department of Fire Programs focusing on MAYDAY and strategy/tactics and high rise operations.  Jarrod is also an instructor for Real Fire Training LLC where he provides training on Engine and Ladder Company Operations, as well as Firefighter Survival. He is A contributor to several fire service publications and has spoken at multiple conferences and fire departments across the country. 

He recently released his book No nonsense leadership. A realistic approach for the company officer. Most notably he is the founder of Trial by Fire, whose mission is to advance the fire service through strong leadership, accountability, and training. It is his mission to make every firefighter bleed passion for their profession. He is committed to holding himself to a high standard and will work hard to inspire others around him to do the same.