Alec Wons
Alec is a 4x published author and host of “The Chief Exchange” podcast.
Through his books, training courses, & live events, Alec has inspired tens of hundreds of first responders, coaches and people worldwide to achieve their goals.
Alec has proven that it doesn’t matter your age, where you come from, what you think you are capable of, or how many times you have failed…if you have desire and a little curiosity, then anything is possible.
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April 9, 2025
The Public Safety Curator and Connector: Alec Wons
In this episode of Beneath the Helmet, retired Fire Chief Arjuna George speaks with Alec Wons—host of The Chief Exchange podcast, author of Resilience Beyond Duty, and a rising leader in public safety wellness. Alec shares his journey from college athlete to first responder advocate, detailing how his work with Ready Rebound is reshaping injury recovery by treating first responders like professional athletes. Together, they explore leadership lessons from over 70 fire and police chiefs, highlighting themes of mental health, operational readiness, discipline, and trauma-informed leadership. Tune in to hear practical insights that support long-term performance, resilience, and wellness in the fire service and beyond.
Guest: Alec Wons