Randy Elmore (IAAI-CFI, CFEI, CVFI) is the founder of Blazestack, a company dedicated to helping fire investigators close cases faster, catch more arsonists, and come to court fully equipped with the tools they need. With a fire career that began in 1998, Randy currently serves as a Battalion Chief with the Austin Fire Department and as Division Chief in Hays County. His deep passion for fire investigation extends to teaching fellow professionals. Randy has also consulted as a private fire investigator for Donan Engineering and holds certifications in both fire investigation and law enforcement.
With over 25 years of hands-on experience, Randy Elmore is a fire investigation professional who brings an unmatched depth of knowledge to the field. His passion for uncovering the truth behind fire scenes has made him not only an expert but also a dedicated mentor to aspiring fire investigators. Whether he's leading as a Battalion Chief or creating cutting-edge tools for fire professionals through Blazestack, Randy's commitment to the fire investigation community is unwavering.
Since beginning his fire service journey in 1998, Randy has worn many hats. Today, he serves as Battalion Chief with the Austin Fire Department and as a Division Chief in Hays County, Texas. As co-founder and CEO of Blazestack, Randy continues to innovate by providing world-class fire investigation software to professionals across the industry.
Randy brings a wide range of skills to his work in fire investigation and public safety, including:
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