Scott A. Robertshaw is a Career Firefighter with Central Crossing Fire Protection District and EMT with Mercy EMS. As a volunteer, Scott is SAR K9 handler with the Missouri Search and Rescue K9 team along with his 3rd K9 Loki. Scott is the owner and lead instructor and trainer for his newly created business, SAR CANINE TRAINING, LLC whose mission is to “inspire, develop and support the airscent live find K9 handler and sar teams to become mission ready.” Prior to the move to Missouri in 2022 from Colorado, Scott served as the President and member of Search and Rescue Dogs of Colorado. While in Colorado, Scott was a volunteer First Responder with Beulah Fire and Protection District, Pueblo County Emergency Service/ SAR Team. While at Colorado State University Pueblo, Scott created in 2015 a state-recognized Search and Rescue Team that was the 2 team in the state to be at a university primarily focusing on training students in the SAR field. As the Associate Director of Student Recreation for Colorado State University Pueblo. Scott directed the Outdoor Pursuits program and was an adjunct instructor for the Department of Exercises Science, Health Promotion, and Recreation. ​I have been a student, teacher, wilderness guide, outfitter, team development trainer, counselor, mentor, group facilitator, coach, technically skilled instructor, administrator, wilderness first responder, emergency medical technician and career firefighter. I have had the honor to serve my students, clients, patients, and community. Each of the roles I have earned in my career has provided valuable lessons and opportunities for growth. As a student, I am focused on the acquisition of knowledge and skills. I strive to be exemplary in my understanding and execution. As a teammate, my role is to know my responsibilities and those around me. Teams are a reflection of every member and I strive to support my teammates in the task at hand with integrity and tenacity. As a leader, I embrace a situational leadership style that is flexible and considerate of the many factors and the people involved in a challenge, decision, scenario, or rescue. I am confident in my ability to lead and follow. I bring energy, enthusiasm, and a passion for learning and leading. I contribute to the team, and whenever possible, empower others to realize their inner strengths through facing challenges and surmounting them. Facilitating a co-creative environment has been some of the most challenging and rewarding work in my personal and professional lives.