Michael Chatman

Michael Chatman has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Michael is currently working as a Product Marketing Manager at Showcase IDX since September 2021. Prior to this, they worked for the Pacific Disaster Center for a significant portion of their career. From November 2013 to September 2021, they held the position of Disaster Management Specialist and Response Lead, where they played a crucial role in managing and responding to various disasters. Before that, from December 2006 to November 2013, they worked as a Modeling Analyst at the same organization. Additionally, Michael worked as a Multi-Function Information Systems Analyst at Lockheed Martin - Information Technology from June 2006 to December 2006, where they supported the Pacific Disaster Center. In the early stages of their career, they served as an Emergency Medical Technician at the Dale City Volunteer Fire Department from June 2002 to May 2006. Michael also gained experience as a Project Assistant (College Intern) at the Pacific Disaster Center from May 2005 to August 2005, where they created animations of coastal destruction caused by the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami. Overall, their work experience reflects a dedication to disaster management, project coordination, and emergency response.

Michael Chatman's education history includes the following:

- In 2016, they attended the Naval Postgraduate School for the Pacific Executive Leaders Program, but no specific field of study was provided.

- From 2009 to 2012, Michael earned a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Disaster Science from the University of Richmond.

- In the same period (2009-2012), they also completed various certificates in Emergency Management from the FEMA Emergency Management Institute (EMI) - Independent Study Program.

- In 2011, they obtained a certificate in Emergency Management from the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC).

- In 2010, they received training in International HAZUS-MH from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

- Also in 2010, they obtained a certificate in Natural Disaster Reduction from the National Science and Technology Center for Disaster Reduction (NCDR).

- From 2009 to 2010, they completed the Professional Development Series in Emergency Management from the FEMA Emergency Management Institute (EMI).

- In 2009, they earned a certificate in Flood Modeling from Flo-2D, Inc.

- Michael also received training in Damage Assessment and Needs Analysis (DANA) from the Pacific Disaster Center in 2009.

- From 2006 to 2009, they completed certificates in Flood Modeling from DHI Water and Environment, Inc.

- In 2007 and 2008, they obtained certificates in HAZUS-MH from the FEMA Emergency Management Institute (EMI).

- Michael received a certificate in Dam Breach Analysis from the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) in 2006.

- Michael earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Geography from George Mason University in 2006.

- In 2005, they completed emergency response certificates at the Jeff Davis Training Facility.

- From 2002 to 2004, they were involved in the Air Force ROTC program at the University of Maryland, although no specific degree was mentioned.

- In 2002, they obtained an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-BLS) certification from the Office of Emergency Medical Services.

Furthermore, Michael obtained a SKYWARN Spotter certification from the Noaa National Weather Service in November 2015.