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Brandon Speakman

Brandon Speakman was hired in 2002 and promoted to the rank of Lieutenant in 2015. Brandon was promoted to the rank of Captain in 2018 taking on responsibilities in addition to being a Shift Commander. In January of 2023 Brandon was promoted to the rank of Assistant Chief of Career Services. In 2022 Brandon celebrated 20 years of service to Christiana, surpassing all employees in Christiana's history. Brandon has received numerous awards, citations, and honors throughout his career. Brandon helped to form and is a charter member of IAFF Local 4417, representing career Firefighters and EMTs across New Castle County. Brandon played a pivotal role in having legislation passed to allow paid firefighters throughout the state into the 20-year state pension. Brandon is a technician level member for the New Castle County Swift Water Rescue and High Angle/Confined Space rescue teams. Brandon previously served as Assistant Chief of the Port Penn Fire Company. Before his fire service career, Brandon served his nation as a combat medic with the United States Army.