Brent Woodworth
Brent is the Chairman and CEO of the Los Angeles Emergency Preparedness Foundation and the Community Brigade pilot program. He has led crisis management teams in response to over 70 events in 49 countries, working with heads of state, elected officials, and military commanders in helping countries and local communities address the loss of life, operational challenges, and collaborative efforts needed to stabilize and manage catastrophic events. As a negotiator and advisor, Brent has been called upon to work with multiple government agencies, including the US Department of State, the Department of Defense, FEMA, UN agencies, and foreign governments. In 2023, Brent created the the LA County Fire Dept. Community Brigade, supported by the County Board of Supervisors. In 2024 the Community Brigade responded to the Franklin Fire and the Palisades Fire in 2025.