Johnny Velez

I have 19 years of experience between the Air Force and the New York Guard ( State Defense Force). Three of those Air Force years administrating an Aeromedical Patient Staging Squadron as an Air Reserve Technician. I have 26 years of paralegal experience. Three in the private sector and 23 in the public. During Hurricane/Tropical Storm Irene (August 26 thru 29 2011), managed a Hurricane Shelter/ Evacuation center in accordance with the bNYC Coastal Storm Plan for three days. Recenty worked Superstorm Sandy at NYC OEM logistics warehouse assisting in sourcing, coordinating and dispensing needed equipment and supplies for the response and initial recovery efforts. Currently working at NYC Housing Preservation and Development.The goal is to use my experience and Master degree in Emergency Management to make a positive contribution to the EM community. I will make a difference in people's lives.