Chris Fernandez serves as Managing Partner of Lifeguard Systems, bringing together decades of public safety experience, specialized rescue training, and entrepreneurial leadership to support the company's operations and continued growth.

A longtime firefighter, Chris has completed extensive fire service education and training, including Firefighter I and II, along with specialized training in water rescue, ice rescue, tethered rescue operations, and emergency boat rescue maneuvering. He is also a certified scuba diver, further expanding his experience and knowledge of aquatic environments.

Chris's public safety career dates back to 1998, when he served with the Federal Bureau of Prisons. His experience in emergency response and public safety provides a strong foundation for his leadership role within Lifeguard Systems.

Beyond public safety, Chris is an experienced entrepreneur and the founder and owner of X93 Fitness in New York City. For more than a decade, he has built and operated the business, overseeing business development, client relationships, team management, and daily operations. Among his professional milestones, Chris participated in the Nasdaq Closing Bell ceremony representing the fitness industry.