Major Product/SVS:
Environmental Protection Services
Hobbies/Sports:
Hunting, Fishing, Spending Time Outdoors
Education Degrees:
Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies, Sonoma State University (1979); Vocational Degree in Woodworking, San Francisco State University (1979); Associate of Arts in Fire Science, College of Marin (1970)
Industry:
Environmental Protection Services
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Mr. Kennon's ability to pay attention to detail in both the planning and follow-up phases are what separates him from other professionals in the industry.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Mr. Kennon's greatest career achievements were the students' lives that he impacted and the ability that he had to motivate them while he was a middle school teacher. He was always assigned to the most troubled students during the time he was a teacher. The experience of being able to reach out to them was so rewarding that he still remembers them to this day.
Expanded Biography:
Mr. Kennon is currently taking action to prevent the implementation of a coal-fired plant in the valley and will be conducting a conference on alternative energy in the local area of Sevier County. Prior to this, he taught fifth and sixth graders for 15 years. He was also a professional firefighter for 20 years.
One of his most memorable moments as a firefighter was when his unit was called to fight a fire in a railroad tunnel located north of the city of San Rafael, California. He entered the tunnel with two other men who later had to retreat due to breathing problems. Although they all had breathing equipment, the physical exertion combined with heavy smoke and fire were hard on their lungs. As a result, he ended up alone in a tunnel 750 feet from the entrance and ended up having to retreat as well. The fire got so hot that the tunnel collapsed and a fireman and fire truck fell in and nearly collapsed an apartment house nearby. The water mains also broke and the power lines in the area fell in. Mr. Kennon watched for two days as they dug the fire engine and firefighter out, making for a day in his career that he will never forget!
Highlight of career?:
The highlight of his career was being a firefighter.
Number Of Years In Profession:
8
Number Of Years In Current Position:
8
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his positive attitude.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Kennon is currently taking action to prevent the implementation of a coal-fired plant in the valley and will be conducting a conference on alternative energy in the local area of Sevier County. Prior to this, he taught fifth and sixth graders for 15 years. He was also a professional firefighter for 20 years.
One of his most memorable moments as a firefighter was when his unit was called to fight a fire in a railroad tunnel located north of the city of San Rafael, California. He entered the tunnel with two other men who later had to retreat due to breathing problems. Although they all had breathing equipment, the physical exertion combined with heavy smoke and fire were hard on their lungs. As a result, he ended up alone in a tunnel 750 feet from the entrance and ended up having to retreat as well. The fire got so hot that the tunnel collapsed and a fireman and fire truck fell in and nearly collapsed an apartment house nearby. The water mains also broke and the power lines in the area fell in. Mr. Kennon watched for two days as they dug the fire engine and firefighter out, making for a day in his career that he will never forget!
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Representing Private Citizens in Energy-Related Issues Affecting the Public