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REGION 5 EMS AWARDS

CENTRAL GEORGIA

REGION 5 EMS AWARDS

The honor of your presence is requested at Central Georgia
Region 5 Emergency Medical Services Awards Celebration


Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Georgia Public Safety Training Center

Conference Center | Bay A

1000 Indian Springs Drive | Forsyth, Georgia

8:15 Check-In & Networking

8:30 Awards Presentation

2025-2026 EMS REGION 5 AWARDS NOMINATION FORM

Click here to register: R5EMS Awards Registration

Or visit: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2025-26-region-5-ems-awards-celebration-registration

2025–26 Region 5 EMS Awards Celebration

Ticket Options

Tickets are now available for the 2025–26 Region 5 EMS Awards Celebration.

Below are all admission types, pricing, and deadlines.

All registrations and donations are final and non-refundable. Funds are immediately allocated to support awards programming, bereavement support, training, preparedness, injury prevention, and system initiatives.

General Admission – $25 | Available until January 14.
Includes full program access to all main activities.

Nominee Admission – Free | Available until January 14.
For individuals formally nominated for a 2025–26 Region 5 EMS Award. Nominee Admission includes full program access and one complimentary guest (plus one).
Important: No discounts are provided for agency nominations.

Retiree Admission – Free | Available until January 14.
Complimentary admission for retired EMS professionals. Includes full program access.

VIP Admission – $50 | Available until December 15.
Includes reserved priority seating and VIP recognition. Limited availability. Enjoy premium seating with a great view, and know that your VIP ticket is also an additional way to contribute to our awards presentation and ongoing initiatives. Your support helps us recognize and honor outstanding EMS professionals.

Agency Table Available (6 Seats) – $120 | Early Bird Pricing | Available until December 22.
Includes six tickets and reserved priority seating with agency signage. Non-refundable. Limited availability. Please contact Kristal Smith at 478-288-0708 prior to purchase.

Please be sure to register by Wednesday, January 14.

All sales, registrations, and donations to the Region 5 RTAC are final and non-refundable. Funds are immediately allocated to support awards programming, bereavement support, training, preparedness, injury prevention, and system initiatives.

Refunds are not provided for event registrations, merchandise, sponsorships, donations, or missed trainings.

Limited exceptions may be reviewed only for duplicate payments, billing errors, fraud, or significant extenuating circumstances.

By completing your transaction, you agree to this policy.

If you are interested in helping or sponsoring contact Kristal @ region5rtac@gmail.com.

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Region 5 EMS Awards Nominees

Congratulations to our 2025–2026 Region 5 EMS Awards Nominees!
This year’s nominees represent the very best of Central Georgia EMS, reflecting an extraordinary depth of talent, leadership, and service across our 23-county region. We are honored to recognize the individuals and agencies whose dedication strengthens our communities and saves lives every day.

Individual Nominees

Laurice Bentley — North Central Health District
Dana Broxton — Atrium Health Navicent EMS
Jamie Brown — Atrium Health Navicent EMS
Tony Brown — Atrium Health Navicent EMS
Cameron Burnell — Atrium Health Navicent EMS
Jordan Clements — Atrium Health Navicent EMS
Sheridan Collins — Atrium Health Navicent EMS
Allison Cranford — Heartland EMS
Jacob DiPaolo — Community Ambulance
Heather Duckworth — Atrium Health Navicent EMS
Christopher Finch — Jasper County Fire Rescue
Lisa Hall — Laurens County EMS
Robin Hamsley — Heartland EMS
Jay Hood — Wrightsville Police Department
Julia Jones — Atrium Health Navicent EMS
Michael Johnson — Dodge County EMS
April Kramer — Atrium Health Navicent EMS
Kathryn Knight — Laurens County EMS
Kate Kolbie — Laurens County EMS
Chelsea Mercer — Atrium Health Navicent EMS
Jeanie Middlebrooks — Atrium Health Navicent EMS
Jessica McMurray — Atrium Health Navicent EMS
Taylor Meaders — Atrium Health Navicent EMS
Amanda Melvin — Laurens County EMS
Alex Nichols — Peach County EMS
Melissa Oneal — Atrium Health Navicent EMS
Steven Owens — Laurens County EMS
TM Patterson — Hancock County EMS
Cale Rycroft — Heartland EMS
Rebecca Swain — Laurens County EMS
Ross Thompson — Heartland EMS
John Whitt — Peach County EMS
Chad Wombles — Wrightsville Fire Department

Agency Nominees

Atrium Health Navicent EMS
Heartland EMS
Laurens County EMS
Hancock County EMS
Jasper County Fire Rescue
Putnam County EMS

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