Sarah is the Co-Owner and President of First Edition First Aid Training Inc. With a degree in Creative Advertising, Diploma in Marketing Management, and 10 years experience running a Digital Marketing Boutique, Sarah coordinates the various marketing initiatives both online and offline. Sarah is also a board member, contributing to and long term strategies of the business and ensuring the company stays true to the legacy left by her mother, Founder Jan Kirkpatrick.

Outside of the office Sarah runs her own Interior Design Business (sharing space in the First Edition location), and loves to travel the world, play board games, and play with her 3 dogs.

If you were a component in a first aid kit, what would you be and why?

AED Signage. An AED is only useful if it can be found and understood. Marketing and advertising helps to create awareness of these lifesaving devices and proper signage decreases response times when every second counts.

Andre functions as the manager of operations At First Edition and ensures that every customer experience is exceptional. With over 8 years of management experience in a variety of heavily regulated industries, Andre is well adapted to coordinating and overseeing internal teams, as well as navigating the logistics and intricacies of individual client’s unique business needs. Andre has a background in the field of ‘life-saving’ having earned his Bronze Cross and working as a lifeguard.

Beyond work, Andre enjoys playing hockey and volleyball, and skiing black-diamond runs on ski hills around the world. He also loves taking his three dogs to the park and cooking for his family.

If you were a component in a first aid kit, what would you be and why?

Electrode Pad, the final mechanism of shock delivery. Electrodes directly connect the products to the end user, bridging the gap and providing the opportunity for success!

Steven oversees the Warehouse Administration and shipping/receiving operations for First Edition. Trained at SAIT as an Emergency Medical Responder and with over a decade of experience in inventory management and distribution, Steve has made for a valuable addition to the First Edition team. Fueled by a lifelong passion for health and safety, Steve handles the day-to-day operation of the First Edition warehouse: ensuring site safety, accurate inventory in and out, and swift fulfillment of orders to customers and sub-distributors alike.

Outside of work, Steve enjoys frequent visits to the Calgary Zoo and leads a regular weekly Dungeons and Dragons TTRPG game for a group of friends.

If you were a component in a first aid kit, what would you be and why?

A triangular bandage, the most versatile component in any first aid kit. Perfect for dressing or support and able to fulfill any number of other roles in a pinch; you’d be hard-pressed to find a better item in an emergency.

David is the Co-Owner and Brand Ambassador of First Edition First Aid Training Inc. As a local Calgary Firefighter, David’s expertise in emergency response and lifesaving measures is invaluable to the company vision. As the face of the company, with how-to and troubleshooting videos shared across multiple platforms, David carries through the same passion as his mom, Founder Jan Kirkpatrick, in make first aid, CPR, and AED’s accessible to the public,

Outside of work, David loves to go hiking and chasing waterfalls with his girlfriend and their dog, Bear. David loves animals as seen through his 8 pets (3 cats, 1 dog, 2 lizards, and 2 birds). David is also rebuilding a 1979 Fiat Spider 2000.

If you were a component in a first aid kit, what would you be and why?

Batteries are the energy-source of the AED, providing a powerful ‘shock’ that kick-starts hearts and gives hope.

Lisa is the friendly voice you will hear when you call First Edition where she thrives as the Office Administrator and First Aid Coordinator. A Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology and a strong background in lifeguarding fueled Lisa’s passion for health and safety, leading her to become a certified Red Cross Instructor. Five years of instructing experience has been invaluable in Lisa’s role coordinating first aid classes and equipment rentals for First Edition clients (instructors and businesses alike), where she ensures the booking process is smooth and instructors are fully equipped with all materials for their courses.

Outside of work you can find Lisa in the mountains camping and hiking.

If you were a component in a first aid kit, what would you be and why?

The Fast Response Kit is customer-focused and quick (fast) to respond. It has many useful items representing a diversity in skillset and available tools to solve problems on the spot.

Bella, Gracie, and Elsie are the ‘warm and fuzzy’ of First Edition, taking their roles as emotional support dogs and courier greeters very seriously. Their formal obedience training, and informal ‘cuteness’ training has prepared them to work in the customer-centric environment First Edition prides itself on, with ease.

When the clock strikes 4:30pm, Bella, Gracie, and Elsie can be found waiting at the front door ready for their park walk, followed by barking, shedding, and snuggling – on repeat.

If you were a component in a first aid kit, what would you be and why?

AED Carrying Cases keep everything together and protected. They also act as the beacon you look for in an emergency – Who doesn’t want dogs around in an emergency?!