President's Message
It is truly an honor to serve as President of the Fire Prevention Association of Massachusetts. I am grateful for the trust you have placed in me and I look forward to working alongside each of you as we continue to advance fire prevention, life safety, and public education across the Commonwealth.
Safety remains the foundation of everything we do. Through strong code enforcement, ongoing training, and proactive public outreach, we play a vital role in protecting our communities. Our work is never static—fire prevention and the fire service as a whole are constantly evolving. New construction methods, emerging hazards, and changing codes require us to adapt, learn, and grow. FPAM will continue to support its members by providing relevant resources, guidance, and opportunities to stay ahead of those changes.
Training will remain a priority for FPAM. We will continue to offer meaningful monthly training opportunities that are accessible and applicable to today’s fire prevention challenges. In addition, our annual FPAM Conference will remain a cornerstone event, bringing together professionals from across Massachusetts, then country, and the world to learn, share experiences, and strengthen our collective mission.
I am also excited about continuing and expanding our collaboration with the State Fire Marshal’s Office. Working together on new programs and initiatives allows us to better support fire prevention professionals and improve consistency, education, and safety statewide.
I would like to sincerely thank the previous Board of Directors for their dedication, leadership, and hard work. Their commitment has positioned FPAM for continued success, and we are grateful for the strong foundation they have built. As we welcome our new Board, I am confident that their energy, ideas, and experience will lead to great things for our organization and our members.
The fire service is always changing, and our ability to adapt to that change is critical. By working together, staying engaged, and remaining committed to our mission, FPAM will continue to be a strong voice for fire prevention and life safety in Massachusetts.
Thank you for all that you do, and I look forward to a productive and exciting year ahead.
Respectfully,
John Sjostedt
President
Fire Prevention Association of Massachusetts