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| Tommy Hayes presenting Greg Smith with LBE award |
Greg Smith
Aravaipa IHC/BLM
Category: Motivation and Vision
Congratulations to Greg Smith for being selected as one of the recipients for the 2021 Paul Gleason Lead by Example award. Three individuals and one group from across the wildland fire service have been chosen to receive this national award.
The award was created by the NWCG Leadership Committee to remember Paul Gleason’s contributions to the wildland fire service. During a career spanning five decades, Paul was a dedicated student of fire, a teacher of fire, and a leader of firefighters. The intent of this award is to recognize individuals or groups who exhibit this same spirit and who exemplify the wildland fire leadership values and principles. Greg's example is a demonstration of motivation and vision.
Greg is recognized for the incredible sacrifice he made to voluntarily preserve the life of another member of the wildland fire
family. His willingness to put another before, and of, self—donating a
kidney—took great discernment, courage, and personal risk. Greg's example has
motivated all of us to be better humans—to take compassion to a higher level.
Congratulations to Greg Smith for being selected as one of the recipients for the 2021 Paul Gleason Lead by Example award. Three individuals and one group from across the wildland fire service have been chosen to receive this national award.
The award was created by the NWCG Leadership Committee to remember Paul Gleason’s contributions to the wildland fire service. During a career spanning five decades, Paul was a dedicated student of fire, a teacher of fire, and a leader of firefighters. The intent of this award is to recognize individuals or groups who exhibit this same spirit and who exemplify the wildland fire leadership values and principles. Greg's example is a demonstration of motivation and vision.
Greg's vow to uphold the values and principles of duty, respect, and integrity are more than words; they are bold actions. His long career has shown a dedication to making teams and organizations better. Through personal sacrifice and loss, he has shown resiliency and a steadfast commitment to the greater good. That willingness to think greater than self exemplifies the tenets of a mission-driven culture and will remain an inspiration for years to come.
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