The Professional Ambulance Association of Wisconsin recently announced that Shawano Ambulance’s Kevin King has been named a 2015 Wisconsin Star of Life honoree. He is one of 26 people statewide to receive the prestigious recognition.
PAAW recognizes individuals who represent the “best-of-the-best” in emergency medical services as Stars of Life.
“Kevin has been active in emergency medical services for almost 30 years,” said Pat Trinko, director of operations at Shawano Ambulance. “In addition to his countless contributions here, he has taught first aid, CPR and emergency medical classes at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College.
“He volunteers with the American Red Cross, serves as deputy coroner for Shawano County, and is also a certified child passenger seat technician. Kevin can always be counted on to help out whenever there is a need in the community.”
King and the other Stars of Life were introduced at a reception at the Lambeau Field Atrium. Opening remarks were provided by Gabrielle Dow, Green Bay Packers vice president of marketing and fan engagement. The event speaker was renowned Pepper Burruss, director of sports medicine for the Green Bay Packers.
A formal awards program and dinner were held at the Tundra Lodge as part of the Paramedic Systems of Wisconsin annual conference.
Stars of Life recipients also will travel to Madison in October to meet Gov. Scott Walker, and one honoree will be selected to attend the National Stars of Life ceremony in Washington, D.C., in April.
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