Blake Haun is an 18-year veteran of the fire service, serving in both volunteer and career capacities. Blake is currently the Fire Chief for the Watertown (TN) Volunteer Fire Department. He is also a Fire Lieutenant for the City of Gallatin (TN) where he has worked since 2016. He is currently assigned to Engine 5. Through his career Blake has been assigned to both Engine and Truck Companies giving him a well round view of the fire service. Blake has an associate degree in Fire Science, as well as his Fire Instructor and Fire Officer certifications. Blake has been extremely blessed to have incredible mentors and be able to attend various training and conferences throughout the country through the years. It was through these experiences that Blake was introduced to Nelms Fire Company. The Nelms’ and the NFC cadre have become some of his greatest mentors and friends in the Fire Service. Blake is passionate about “Them First” and believes in the core values and traditions of the fire service. Blake is always in for whatever, as long as it involves the fire service. He doesn’t need an invite; he just needs to know that there are reps available and passionate people around for him to learn from. Blakes proudest moments in life have been the birth of his 3 children, and when he accepted Christ in his life.