Robin Zevotek is a Principal Fire Protection Engineer with the Technical Services department at the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) where he provides technical expertise in emergency response and responder safety as well as fire protection and building life safety. He holds both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Fire Protection Engineering from the University of Maryland. With over 20 years experience in fire and emergency services, and extensive work in fire engineering and research, he provides a unique blend of technical knowledge and practical experience. In addition to his work at NFPA, he continues to gain practical experience and apply his expertise as the fire chief with the Ellicott City Volunteer Fire Department in Howard County, MD.