LION CEO Named to National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Advisory Committee

DAYTON, OH (May 30, 2024) – Building on a decades-long partnership with the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation (NFFF), LION – the largest family-owned manufacturer of first responder personal protective equipment (PPE) and uniforms in the United States – is proud to announce that Steve Schwartz, CEO & President, will join NFFF’s Advisory Committee.

During his three-year term, Schwartz will have the opportunity to provide advice and input on NFFF’s operations and serve on issue-specific committees and working groups, such as the Innovative Revenue Work Group.

“I’m honored to join NFFF’s Advisory Committee and look forward to this opportunity to continue LION’s support for the important work of the Foundation,” said Steve Schwartz. “NFFF plays a critical role in the effort to remember America’s fallen firefighters, support their families, and work to reduce preventable firefighter death and injury. As these causes are dear to myself and the entire LION operation, I am dedicated to using my time on the Advisory Committee to help NFFF further expand its reach and the important services it provides.”

Schwartz joins NFFF’s Advisory Committee alongside four other industry leaders, including Vickie Pritchett, Vice President of the National Fire Sprinkler Association; Nick Pickens, President and COO of Cintas Fire Protection; and Matt Kraycinovich, President of Local Matters Broadcasting. The four new Advisory Committee members will formally begin their terms during NFFF’s next board meeting on May 4. 

This meeting coincides with International Firefighters’ Day and the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend, an annual event sponsored by the NFFF that serves as the official national tribute to all firefighters who died in the line of duty during the previous year. Schwartz will represent LION at the Memorial, and is honored to take part in the ceremony reading names of fallen heroes. Hosted at the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Emmitsburg, Maryland, the weekend events offer those in the fire service community and beyond an opportunity to honor the bravery and sacrifice of fallen firefighters and the resiliency of their families and friends.

About LION

Founded in 1898 and headquartered in Dayton, Ohio, LION is a family-owned company with a legacy and ongoing vision of introducing new products and services designed to ensure the health, safety and performance of first responders worldwide. From game-changing personal protective equipment (PPE) and Uniforms to professional gear maintenance to state-of-the-art fire safety training tools and facilities, it is LION's mission to make sure that first responders are READY FOR ACTION. To learn more, visit www.lionprotects.com.