The Virginia Emergency Management Association (VEMA) is a statewide organization that promotes and supports the twin goals of saving lives and protecting property during times of emergencies and disasters in Virginia. MISSION: "To promote, support and advocate for Emergency Management in the Commonwealth of Virginia." VISION: The recognized expert and advocate for excellence in the management of emergency preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.” 

Welcome New Members!

  • Fred Choi, ICF
  • Abigail Cohen, Eastern Virginia Healthcare Coalition
  • Joseph Dame, City of Winchester
  • Claire Doyle, Hagerty Consulting
  • Matthew Dube, WSP USA
  • Robert Fagan, U.S. State Department
  • Tyler Felous, EM1
  • Bradley Keatts
  • Lesley Kipling, National Guard
  • Adam Leary, US Department of Homeland Security
  • Dyan E. Lester, Southwest Virginia Community College
  • Ronald Lewis
  • Emma C. Pikul
  • Rossmary Pineda-Bautista
  • Michelle Pope, Virginia Department of Social Services
  • Craig VanClief, Washington & Lee University