Mr. Damm has 30 years of public safety experience with an emphasis on communications and firefighting
operations. He is currently the Communication Systems Director for the Washington State Department of
Natural Resources.
Telecommunications Background:  In addition to the land mobile radio system he manages, he was
responsible for designing and managing IP networks in both the public and private sectors. His IP
networking and fire operations background naturally led to his current work. He is President of the
Forestry Conservation Communications Association (FCCA) and a member of the State Advisory
Workgroup for the Washington State Interoperability Executive Committee. Mr. Damm is also a ham radio
operator.
Education:  Mr. Damm holds a Bachelors degree in Business from Washington Governors University and
computer science certificates from the University of Washington. Served on PSAC 2020. Served
again 2024-2025.