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Nick Marsan

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Fire Chief | Veteran

Nick Marsan is a public safety professional and veteran, serving the Westport Fire Department since 2007. He is a state-certified Fire Marshal and EMT, and nationally certified as a Fire Service Instructor III and Fire Officer III. His career includes assignments as a Lieutenant and Fire Inspector, and 10 years as the Union President of Westport Uniformed Firefighters Local 1081. Marsan holds two Master's degrees in History and Public Administration/Emergency Management,. A veteran of the U.S. Army and National Guard, he deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in 2010.

Feb. 4, 2026

Visionary Leaders Masterclass: Chief Nick Marsan | S6 E5

In this episode of Responder Resilience's Visionary Leaders Masterclass, Fire Chief Nick Marsan from Westport, CT, shares his mantra: “Mission First, People Always.” This phrase isn’t just a slogan; it’s a guiding principle that can reshape leadership in the fire service.
Guest: Nick Marsan