Managing Partner
Chris Joffe (He/Him/His)
- Hometown: Saint Louis, MO
- Living in: Santa Monica, CA
- Other Work: CEO @ Joffe Emergency Services (A Safety Company)
- Pets: 1 Dog, Dude
- For fun I like to: Hang with Dude & Run Marathons
- Why I teach CPR: I believe everyone has the power to save a life through training.
- Chris is passionate about training in life-saving skills and eliminating denial at the onset of an emergency. He's seen firsthand, the value of a community of bystanders working together and confronted firsthand the impact of bystanders' unwillingness to take action. Turns out CPR saves lives and training is a small way that we can make a difference. For the patient, though, it might be the biggest difference in their life.
CPR/First Aid Instructor, Los Angeles Area
Misael Cruz (He/Him/His)
- Currently Living in: South Gate, CA
- Other Work: EMT, CPR instructor, Event Safety Supervisor
- Quick facts: Has served as an EMT, Dispatcher, and Field Training Officer and has been promoted to Supervisor / Managerial and administrative support both on the field and at the executive level. Background ranges from 911 to IFT and critical care transports in ambulance service as well as Wildland / Forestry Fire Fighting with the United States Forest Service.
- For fun I like to: Play music and build classic custom cars
- Why I teach CPR: I teach CPR to be able to lend a hand and train individuals to respond and provide great quality CPR if and when an individual is in emergent need.
- Leveling each other up one person at a time in order to achieve greatness.
CPR/First Aid Instructor, LA & OC
David Lyday (He/Him/His)
- Currently Living in: Long Beach, CA
- Other Work: Teacher/Associate Professor, Joffe EMT
- Quick Facts: Studied Physiology at San Jose State, Went on medical bridges to Nicaragua, was on R&D Health special project team at Apple inc., Deployed to Tahoe for Caldor Fire strike team, 911 EMT at CARE/Falck ambulance, FEMA Covid Vaccinator.
- For fun I like to: Travel via plane or cruise!, Running, CrossFit, taking photos to organize into memories, water actives with my dog! and develop businesses.
- Why I teach CPR: I have a huge interest in public health and pre-hospital care. At a minimum, if I can be the flame that ignites many, it’s my duty & pleasure.
- Public health, specifically pre-hospital care & EMS have always been my interest. Along with technology, it Is a goal to guide access to health/medical education for everyone. Being here at GetCPR Done is a stop along the way to greater things.
CPR/First Aid Instructor, LA & OC
Jeremy Feng (He/Him/His)
- Currently Living in: Orange County, CA
- Other Work: Music Production
- Quick Facts: I went to UCLA for Biology BS and Berklee Valencia for Music Production Masters
- For fun I like to: Music, Cars, Skateboard, Surf, play Fortnite
- Why I teach CPR: I believe everyone should know CPR. I think it should be a standard part of our education system.
- Let's learn CPR in a fun, stress-free environment. Learn it and pray you'll never need it! But if you do, you'll be prepared.
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CPR/First Aid Instructor, LA & OC
Christian Graybill (He/Him/His)
- Currently Living in: Pasadena, CA
- Other Work: I am currently an EMT Skills Instructor, Event Safety Supervisor, and Hospital Transporter
- Quick Facts: I have travelled to 18 states and 13 countries
- For fun I like to: Play video games, work on my two cars, make things out of wood and metal, and to sew
- Why I teach CPR: I want to impart my passion and understanding I have for emergency preparedness because all of the skills are invaluable for the rest of your (and others) life.
- Starting off in the IFT Industry with occasional 911 backup runs, I worked my way into a position at Pasadena City College to teach skills to around a total of a hundred students every semester. Along the way, I have provided emergency medical care as an Event EMT, Field Training Officer, and Event Safety Supervisor for several years. As I look to enter a specialized field that fits my skills well, teaching is one of the areas I have identified as a lot of fun and I hope to be teaching and rubbing off my knowledge for as long as I can.
CPR/First Aid Instructor, Los Angeles Area
Jazmin Vasquez (Jaz) (She/Her/Hers)
- Hometown: Downey, CA
- Currently Living in: Downey, CA
- Other Work: Financial Counselor
- For fun I like to: Find local coffee shops to try!
- Why I teach CPR: I teach CPR to help build confident, prepared communities. Knowing how to respond in an emergency creates a safer environment for everyone. I teach so others won’t feel helpless when a life is on the line.
CPR/First Aid Lead Instructor, West Coast Region
Ian Ager (He/Him/His)
- Hometown: Chapel Hill, NC
- Currently Living In: Los Angeles, CA
- Other Work: Set Medic for Hollywood Studios
- Quick facts: I have a great sense of humor!
- For Fun I Like To: Cook and Bake! Always experimenting with new barbecue recipes
- Why I Teach CPR: It’s an essential skill that I believe everyone should know.
- I enjoy giving people the hands-on skills, training and confidence they need to help
save lives. I am also a former comedian and a pretty good cook in the kitchen. Looking forward to teaching your next class!
CPR/First Aid Instructor, LA & OC Area
German Arellano (He/Him/His)
- Currently Living in: Redondo Beach
- Other Work: EMT / Physical Therapist
- Quick Facts: I have 3 cats and chickens
- For fun I like to: go hiking, exercise, visit museums, and listen to live chamber music.
- Why I teach CPR: I teach CPR because it is the most fundamental life saving procedure anyone can do. Medicine, doctors, hospitals don't mean anything unless CPR is being performed properly and effectively. You never know! Someone you know may need their life saved by you!
- I've had many jobs over my 50 years. Teaching CPR is one of the most rewarding because I know that I am helping someone else save someone's life. What greater good can you do for someone than save their life??? This is why CPR matters to me and why I am passionate about sharing this knowledge with others.
CPR/First Aid Instructor, Los Angeles Area
Morgan Jesse (She/Her/Hers)
- Hometown: Woodland Hills, CA
- Currently Living in: North Hollywood, CA
- Other Work: Administrative Assistant, Wilshire Boulevard Schools
- Quick facts: For fun I like to: Hike, camp, and watch movies
- Why I teach CPR: I love giving people the confidence and knowledge to be prepared for
- Morgan's experience working with administrative school staff has shown that there is no greater power in an emergency situation than knowledge. She was a former Girl Scout for 12 years and lives by the motto, Be Prepared. In her free time, Morgan enjoys hiking, watching movies, and greeting all the neighborhood dogs. Book a class and Morgan could possibly be one of your instructors!
CPR/First Aid Instructor, LA & Ventura
Angeline Durán Piotrowski (She/Her/Hers)
- Currently Living in: Calabasas, CA
- Other Work: EMT, Wilderness First Responder, Wound Care Technician, Hyperbaric Oxygen Technician
- Quick Facts: I've been a safety instructor for two years, teaching Adult, Child & Infant CPR, AED & First Aid, as well as Wilderness & Remote First Aid.
- For fun I like to: I hike the Southwest desert landscape studying Indigenous American petroglyphs and ancient lifeways.
- Why I teach CPR: It brings me tremendous gratification to empower people. Teaching CPR puts real life-saving tools in the hands of our families and community members, making our world a safer place.
- I came into Emergency Medicine through a love for hiking. I've been a Wilderness First Responder for 9 years, during which time I was also a hiking guide. I decided to bring my wilderness medicine skills into an urban context by becoming an EMT. I enjoy leading people to health and wellness in many ways, including wilderness safety, chronic wound healing, and teaching community members how to respond to emergencies.
CPR/First Aid Instructor, Orange County Area
Sandra McClure (She/Her/Hers)
- Hometown: Westminster, CA
- Currently Living in: Westminster, CA
- Other Work: Police Aide for Westminster Police Department, Got hired on after Volunteering for Westminster Police for 14 years. Volunteer for West County CERT (Community Emergency Response Team). Retired from 30-plus years as Retail owner/operator for Baskin-Robbins Ice Cream.
- Quick Facts: Pets - 3 Dogs. 2 German Shepherds, 1 Labrador (All rescues). Married - Have been married to my 1st Husband for over 40 years. Sarcasm is my second language.
- For fun I like to: Go to Concerts, watch movies at home, Go to dinner with friends, and learn new things.
- Why I teach CPR: I believe CPR is a skill everyone should learn to potentially save a life.
- I began my journey in the field of CPR training after completing EMT training in 2013. I did this to train CERT members in CPR. I have learned a lot from retired physicians who are also on our CERT team. I am on the CERT medical team and teach disaster preparedness. I have trained Police Officers and other city employees where I live. I enjoy when I have students share their experiences and engage in learning. My goal is to make sure everyone feels confident of their skills by the time they leave my class.
CPR/First Aid Instructor, LA & NY Area
Blythe Jackson (She/Her/Hers)
- Currently Living in: Syracuse, New York and Los Angeles, California
- Other Work: EMT-B, Dispatcher
- Quick facts: I attend Syracuse University and am home in Los Angeles for the winter and summer.
- For fun I like to: Read, do hot yoga, and go on long walks
- Why I teach CPR: Experience as an EMT has shown me the importance of knowing efficient and comprehensive CPR efforts as well as sharing that knowledge with others to reduce time until that CPR occurs in emergency situations.
- Educating as many people as possible on CPR makes a true difference in our communities as it shares life saving skills important to early and effective care. I’m extremely passionate about this education as I have seen first hand how it can make the difference in life and death.
CPR/First Aid Instructor, Northern CA
Branson Osakoda (He/Him/His)
- Hometown: Lihue, HI
- Currently Living in: Portland, OR
- Other Work: Community Health Medic @ Portland Fire & Rescue
- Quick facts: Pets: 1 Shih Tzu , Hoku
- For fun I like to: Scuba Dive
- Why I teach CPR: I know the importance of being able to do CPR in an emergency situation
- Branson is a fun and enthusiastic teacher. Branson has been working as an EMT for over 9 years and is currently an EMT with Portland Fire and Rescue. Branson also volunteers as a Firefighter/EMT with the Cornelius Fire Department. Branson loves to spend time with his wife, daughter, and dog doing lots of fun activities like hiking and swimming. He also likes doing all kinds of water sports like surfing, scuba diving, and stand-up paddleboarding. Book a class and Branson just might be one of your instructors!
EMT- Support Instructor
Servando Chavez (He/Him/His)
- Hometown: Los Angeles
- Living in: North Hollywood
- Other Work: Helicopter Crew member/Wildland Firefighter
- For fun I like to: Work on cars
- Why I teach CPR: It is rewarding knowing the training could help save someone's life.
- Servando enjoys training schools and organizations in CPR & First Aid because it is a tool that can be used when you least expect it. In addition, Servando likes to compete in Spartan races, and work at Joffe Emergency Services. Book a class and Servando might just be one of your instructors.
CPR/First Aid Instructor, DC/MD/VA Area
Dominique Young (She/Her/Hers)
- Currently Living in: Temple Hills, Maryland
- Other Work: Firefighter
- Quick Facts: I am a certified Firefighter EMT in VA and an EMT in DC. I have been working in Emergency response for about 4 years now.
- For fun I like to: be active and travel
- Why I teach CPR: Life is precious, everyone should know how to preserve that
CPR/First Aid Instructor, Bay Area
Antonio Chin (He/Him/His)
- Hometown: Los Angeles
- Currently Living in: San Francisco
- Other Work: CIF Medical Provider, Campus Security Officer, EMT, School Health Coordinator
- Quick Facts: I spend my free time restoring vintage watches and motorcycles
- For fun I like to: I like riding my bike around the city and trying new bakeries.
- Why I teach CPR: As both the Campus Security Officer and Health Coordinator, I view CPR training as a vital skill that directly supports the safety and well-being of our school community. My role is not only to respond to emergencies but also to prepare others to act with confidence and speed when every second matters.
- I’ve worked with many schools in roles ranging from EMT and Health Coordinator to Junior Safety Consultant and Campus Security Officer. These experiences have given me a well-rounded perspective on student safety, health, and emergency preparedness.