Brian Bastinelli is a highly accomplished firefighter and emergency response specialist with extensive experience in fire safety, rescue operations, and disaster management. He graduated from the Graduate Career Fire Academy at Harrisburg Area Community College and earned additional education credits from York College of Pennsylvania. He currently works as a Battalion Chief at Harrisburg Bureau of Fire and has previously served as a Technical Information Specialist at FEMA's Pennsylvania Task Force 1 USAR Team. Brian is also a former Director, Editor, and Publisher of The Art Of Firemanship Days, a publication dedicated to fire safety education.

Alongside his work in emergency response, Brian is an accomplished photographer who has owned and operated Brian Bastinelli Photography. He is also a former Past Chief of Department at York Township Fire Department, showcasing his leadership skills.