Leslie "Lennox" Vernon is a disaster management professional with nearly 30 years of service in the public sector, holding certifications as an Emergency Centre Manager and in various trainer capacities. As a Civil Servant, Lennox spent more than two decades working alongside emergency responders before transitioning into his current role as Manager of Logistics and Telecommunications — ensuring the availability of critical resources, maintaining operational readiness, and supporting reliable communication systems essential during emergencies and disasters.

Lennox brings a practical, results-driven approach to the team, shaped by a strong understanding of governmental operations and mid-level management. Attention to detail, accountability, and a belief that quality should take precedence over quantity define his work ethic, helping him balance strategic priorities with operational requirements across a wide range of initiatives.

Lennox is passionate about disaster management because it offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people and communities during times of crisis — taking pride in contributing to preparedness, mitigation, response and recovery efforts that build resilience and keep critical services available when they're needed most.

Over the course of his career, Lennox has been involved in numerous cross-team initiatives requiring coordinated logistics and telecommunications support and is especially proud of strengthening operational capabilities and supporting the emergency response community through effective planning and resource management.

Fun fact: Despite working in an industry where unpredictability is the norm, Lennox is a self-confessed stickler for order who enjoys creating systems that improve efficiency and performance.