Jake Wolf is a proven leader in emergency management and sustainability, with over 24 years of diverse and progressive experience in fire, EMS, public health, education, and private sectors. He currently serves as the Assistant Secretary of Emergency Services and Sustainability at the California Government Operations Agency (CA GOV OPS), where he navigates the strategic frontiers of emergency response and sustainability initiatives for the state.In his role, Jake orchestrates the meticulous development of comprehensive emergency response plans and spearheads sustainability efforts within the agency, with a keen focus on building pivotal alliances across a spectrum of stakeholders. He leverages his credentials as a paramedic, a National Emergency Management Advanced, and FEMA Continuity Cadre, Academy (NEMAA) graduate, and an EOC Type II Director to innovate sustainability policy development, ensure cohesive and robust responses during emergencies, and safeguard both community and environmental well-being. Jake is also the co-founder of Saved and Sober, a national faith-based recovery program that reflects his values and goals of making a positive difference in people's lives.