Drew Shapiro

President
Lt., EMT-Basic

Duties: It shall be the duty of the President to preside at all meetings of the Local and at meetings of the Executive Board. He/She shall be the executive head of the Local. He/She shall be a member ex officio of all committees. He/She shall appoint such committees as may be provided for in this Constitution and By-Laws and such special committees as may be authorized by the Local. Together with the Treasurer, he/she shall sign all orders and checks lawfully and properly drawn.


Bio: Drew has served in the fire service for 13 years, beginning with West I-10 Fire Department in 2013, and played a key role in the transition to HCESD 48 Fire Department. He currently serves as a Lieutenant, a position he has proudly held for the past 6 years, and has completed multiple professional courses, including Driver Operator, Instructor 1, Officer 1, and Wildland training, with additional classes currently underway to further enhance his skillset. Drew is committed to fostering a collaborative relationship between Local 5498, the command staff, and the ESD Board of Commissioners, ensuring that the needs and concerns of the men and women serving HCESD 48 are heard and addressed, and that the department is fully equipped to provide the highest level of service to the community. Outside of work, Drew enjoys spending quality time with his family, hunting, fishing, and hiking.

Curtis Garmon

Vice President
EO, EMT-Basic

Duties: The Vice President shall assist the President in such a manner as the President may determine. In the absence of the President, he/she shall preside at meetings of the Local and of the Executive Board. If the office of President becomes vacant, the Vice President shall be acting President until the office of President is filled by election.


Bio: Curtis brings over a decade of experience in the fire service and more than 10 years as a business owner, along with extensive certifications and specialized training, including membership in TDEM Region 2 IMT. With 12+ years of experience in supply chain, management, and logistics, he contributes both operational expertise and leadership skills to HCESD 48, where he serves as an Engineer Operator, with 11.5 years of service. Outside of work, Curtis has been a dedicated member of the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo for over 20 years, and his leadership is guided by the motto, “Never interrupt your enemy when he is making a mistake.”

Chase Robberson

Treasurer
Capt., EMT-Basic

Duties: The Treasurer shall receive all monies due the Local, from whatsoever source, and shall disburse the same only by voucher signed by the President in conformity with a vote of the Local. Such disbursement shall be by check, which shall also be signed by the President. He/She shall maintain and keep current a record of members with their dues payments, assessments and all financial transactions promptly and accurately entered. He/she shall be prepared to exhibit receipts and vouchers upon the audit of his/her books. He/She shall forward the annual audit of the Local to the International General Secretary-Treasurer over the seal of the Local.


Bio: COMING SOON

Carl Mundt

Secretary

EMT-Advanced

Duties: The Secretary shall have custody of all documents, records, books and papers belonging to the Local, other than the books of the Treasurer or otherwise provided by this Constitution and By- Laws. He/She shall keep an accurate record of the meetings of the Local and of the Executive Board, of which he/she shall be the Secretary. He/She shall attest all official documents with his/her signature and the seal of the Local. He/She shall conduct the correspondence of the Local promptly. He/She shall maintain the official list of members in good standing, which shall be kept accurately and on a current basis. The Secretary shall discharge on behalf of the Local such duties as may be imposed upon him/her by applicable law including the execution and filing of any reports to federal or state authorities, and he/she shall cause to be maintained by the Local such records as the law requires to be kept in support of reports filed by the Local.


Bio: Carl has served in EMS and Fire since 2013, beginning as a volunteer Firefighter and EMT with Cy-Fair Fire Department. Although immigration challenges initially delayed his ability to work professionally, his dedication to serving the community never wavered, and once eligible, HCESD 48 became the perfect fit. Today, he proudly serves as an Advanced EMT Attendant while also enjoying life outside of work—whether that’s riding his motorcycle, working on his truck, golfing, playing soccer, or fishing.

Amber Hullum

Executive Director

Licensed Paramedic

Duties: The Executive Director shall perform any other duties as assigned by the President or the Executive Board to ensure the effective operation and success of the Local. He/She shall be accountable to the Executive Board and shall regularly report on the Local’s activities, challenges, and achievements. They will have oversight of committees and plans, policies, and procedures. He/She will foster the engagement and participation of the Local in activities that benefit the Local.


Bio: Amber began her career in the oil and gas sector, gaining 12 years of experience in supply chain and logistics management before gradually transitioning into EMS. She earned her EMT-Basic Certification in 2017, and volunteered with Cypress Creek EMS before moving into full-time employment there, ultimately obtaining her Paramedic Certification as well as an Associate of Applied Science in EMS. Amber maintains a National Paramedic Certification, EMS Instructor certification, and several advanced practice certifications. Since joining HCESD 48 in 2021, she has served as an In-Charge Paramedic for the past 5 years. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, being a present mother, and pursuing personal passions such as traveling, hiking, and outdoor cycling. Amber’s dedication is guided by the belief that, Leading with integrity and compassion ensures we serve our community at our best.”