National Fire Sprinkler Association Appoints Kleinheinz and Bowman as Regional Managers

Patterson, N.Y. (June 22, 2007) – The National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA), the longest-tenured fire sprinkler advocacy organization in the U.S., has announced the appointments of Bob Kleinheinz and David Bowman as Regional Managers, responsible for providing member services and training and support to their geographic regions. Mr. Kleinheinz will oversee the newly formed Illinois region and Mr. Bowman will be responsible for the Florida region.

Mr. Kleinheinz has nearly 25 years of fire service experience. Most recently, he was Assistant Chief in charge of the Fire Prevention Bureau of the Libertyville, Ill., Fire Department. Mr. Kleinheinz holds an Associate Degree in Fire Science from the College of Lake County and has been active in the Home Fire Sprinkler Coalition.

Mr. Bowman brings more than 35 years of fire protection experience to the Florida region after serving as NFSA’s Great Plains Regional Manager. Prior to his affiliation with NFSA he served as Mitigation Team Leader for FEMA, working in various locations in Mississippi in response to Hurricane Katrina. Mr. Bowman also served as the Chief of Explosives and Pyrotechnics at the Ohio State Fire Marshal’s Office. Mr. Bowman holds several degrees including a Ph.D. in Fire Safety Management.

“We are extremely fortunate to appoint regional managers of Bob’s and David’s caliber who will continue to demonstrate commitment to fire safety and have a proven ability to be effective leaders at the local level,” said NFSA President, John Viniello.

About the National Fire Sprinkler Association
Established in 1905, the National Fire Sprinkler Association (NFSA) is the voice of the fire sprinkler industry. NFSA leads the drive to get life-saving fire sprinklers into all buildings; provides support and resources for its members – fire sprinkler contractors, manufacturers and suppliers; and educates authorities having jurisdiction of fire control matters. Headquartered in Patterson, N.Y., NFSA has regional operations offices throughout the country. www.nfsa.org.
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