Exhibitsmith6 Nov 2025

Emergency Planning: Are You Prepared? A Conversation with Jim Sturgill, Paramedic & Museum Professional

Is your organization prepared to handle an emergency? What about the organizations you frequent as a visitor or a guest? What if a staff member breaks their arm, or a visitor has an allergic reaction? And what about larger emergencies and tragedies? Are we prepared?

My guest, Jim Sturgill, is the perfect person to tackle these tough questions. A paramedic whose career began in the museum field, Jim now helps museums prepare for the events that no one wants to think about.

Jim has worked as an emergency medical technician (EMT), as an EMT-Specialist, and as a paramedic in Michigan while continuing to hold his EMS certification in Ohio. He recently acquired his EMS license as a paramedic in Nevada as well.

With over thirty years in the museum field and twenty years in EMS/public safety, Jim brings a unique perspective to ensure that organizations are well-prepared for various emergencies.

Whether you’re a staff member, volunteer or a visitor to cultural site, I know this episode will open your eyes and help you understand the work ahead of us as well as what is possible.

Check out Jim's business, Sturgill Emergency Prep Consulting (https://www.sturgill-consulting.com/) to contact him and learn more about his services.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guests on this podcast do not reflect the views of their respective employers.

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