Robert Howarth has extensive experience in fire investigation and consulting, currently serving as Regional Technical Lead and Principal Consultant at Envista Forensics since September 2019, following a tenure as Senior Consultant specializing in fire and explosion. Prior to this, Robert worked as a Fire Investigator at Trident Engineering Associates, Inc. from January 2013 to September 2019. Robert's foundational experience in emergency services includes a notable career as Battalion Chief with the Anne Arundel County Fire Department from August 1990 until retirement in October 2019. Robert holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Fire, Arson, and Explosion Investigation from Eastern Kentucky University, completed in 2016.