Chief Chantal Botting

  Chantal Botting is a Deputy Fire Chief for Fort Lauderdale (Florida) Fire Rescue. Chantal has been with the department for over 28 years, having served in every rank within operations, as well as various administration bureaus, including Operations/Emergency Services, EMS, Training, Technology and Support Services. She has a bachelor’s degree in Organizational Leadership and a master’s degree in Executive Management. Chantal has been published in various periodicals as well as presenting at conferences such as Fire Rescue International - highlighting leadership practices and effective communication. Chief Botting has retained the Chief Fire Officer (CFO) designation through CPSE and is a graduate of the Fire Service Executive Development Institute (FSEDI) through the IAFC. Chantal currently serves as the Southeast Regional Director for the Florida Fire Chiefs Association (FFCA) and is the co-chair for the Broward County Fire Chief's Association Safety and Health Subcommittee.