About Us
J.R. Henry, EMT-P (Ret.)
President
J.R. Henry has more than 50 years of experience as an EMS provider, administrator, and firefighter, beginning in 1976. During his career, Mr. Henry has become well known as an expert in the areas of ambulance service operations, management, and reimbursement related issues.
J.R. founded the consulting firm in 1982 and has provided consulting services and seminars to hundreds of EMS and Fire Department organizations, hospitals, and municipalities, across the nation.
Starting in 1979, J.R. served as the Executive Director of the Ross/West View Emergency Medical Services Authority for 20 years.
From May 2002 through July 2004, J.R. was the Managing Consultant for PWW Consulting Inc., located in Mechanicsburg, PA.
Beginning in 2006, J.R was appointed as the Chief and Executive Director of Valley Ambulance Authority. J.R. retired from VAA in June, 2024 In addition to his administrative and consulting activities, Mr. Henry was a active Paramedic and Vehicle Rescue Technician until his retirement in June 2024. J.R. is also a life member of the West View Volunteer Fire Department. He also holds membership in numerous local, state, and national EMS organizations. J.R. served as the President of the Pennsylvania Emergency Health Services Council from 2005 to 2012. J.R. Henry also currently serves as Mayor of the Borough of West View. Prior to his appointment as Mayor in 2006, J.R. served as an elected member of the Borough Council since 1988. J.R. also currently serves as the Vice Chairperson of the West View Water Authority.
Beginning in 2006, J.R was appointed as the Chief and Executive Director of Valley Ambulance Authority. J.R. retired from VAA in June, 2024 In addition to his administrative and consulting activities, Mr. Henry was a active Paramedic and Vehicle Rescue Technician until his retirement in June 2024. J.R. is also a life member of the West View Volunteer Fire Department. He also holds membership in numerous local, state, and national EMS organizations. J.R. served as the President of the Pennsylvania Emergency Health Services Council from 2005 to 2012. J.R. Henry also currently serves as Mayor of the Borough of West View. Prior to his appointment as Mayor in 2006, J.R. served as an elected member of the Borough Council since 1988. J.R. also currently serves as the Vice Chairperson of the West View Water Authority.