In this episode of the Convergent Impact Leadership Podcast, Chief Tim Sendelbach of Loveland Fire Rescue Authority reflects on four decades in the fire service—from growing up in the shadow of the Beverly Hills Supper Club fire to leading at the national level as a speaker, editor, and now chief of a progressive Colorado department.

With humility, candor, and hard-won perspective, Chief Sendelbach shares what it means to balance vision with day-to-day leadership, set clear lines in the sand for firefighter health and wellness, and keep people at the center of every decision. His leadership journey underscores that trust, accountability, and forward-thinking aren’t just strategies—they’re standards.

🔥 Tune in to hear: ✅ How a tragic fire in 1977 set him on a lifelong path into the fire service ✅ Why humility and trust remain non-negotiables in leadership ✅ Lessons from navigating both municipal and private-sector fire leadership ✅ How LFRA is advancing proactive wildfire mitigation and firefighter wellness ✅ Why tradition should never outweigh life-safety and innovation ✅ What four decades of service have taught him about vision, pace, and balance

Whether you’re just starting your career or leading from the chief’s chair, this episode offers a grounded, people-first look at how to lead with clarity, courage, and care.