Our Team

TONYA HOOVER is a retired Deputy U.S. Fire Administrator and one of the most accomplished leaders in the American fire service. Her career includes serving as Superintendent of the U.S. National Fire Academy and as California State Fire Marshal, along with key leadership roles across state and national organizations. She has contributed to major fire service boards including NFPA, IFSTA, and ICC, helping shape national standards, education, and fire prevention initiatives.

DENNIS LEGEAR captain (ret.) Oakland (CA). Creator, the Turbo Back Pressure Device, the 1 3/16" Smooth Bore Tip, matching NP/Gpm Fogs to Smoothbore project and TRU hose spec movement. A technical panel member on both UL FRSI’s Fire Streams & Coordinated Attack Studies. Published in F.E. F/F Handbook, Magazine & Fire Apparatus magazine, FDIC Instructor (Workshop, Hot and Classroom) He holds a A.S. in fire science & BS Vocational Ed. Owner, LeGear Engineering FD Consulting.

RAY MCCORMACK is a nationally respected fire service leader known for his decades of experience with FDNY and his influential work as an instructor, author, and tactician. He has shaped modern nozzle practices through clear, practical teaching and a lifelong commitment to firefighter safety and performance. Ray continues to mentor departments across the country, helping elevate fireground mastery through hands on training and expert guidance.