David Sammis
President, Fire Protection Midwest

Dave’s path to leadership is a story of hard work, adaptability, and a deep commitment to the craft. He didn’t start in the C-suite—he built his career from the ground up, mastering fire protection engineering, project management, and field operations along the way. His journey is a testament to F.E. Moran’s culture—where leadership is earned through experience, resilience, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
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Dave started his career as a design engineer, spending years in technical roles before realizing that his true calling lay elsewhere. He shifted to manpower scheduling and field management, overseeing crews to ensure that projects were completed safely and efficiently. As he gained experience, he progressed into sales and project leadership, demonstrating his ability to lead teams, secure business, and drive operational excellence. Dave has implemented process improvements that have streamlined operations, leading to greater efficiency and service excellence in fire protection projects across the nation. He adopts a customer-centric approach, ensuring that each fire protection solution is customized to meet the specific needs of clients while surpassing industry safety standards.

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Today, as President of F.E. Moran Fire Protection Midwest, Dave leads operations across multiple locations across the Midwest, ensuring that teams in the field are equipped, trained, and empowered to deliver best-in-class fire protection solutions. He is passionate about mentoring the next generation, instilling in them the same values that shaped his own career—accountability, technical expertise, and an unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property.

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FAMILY AND ENJOYMENT OUTSIDE OF WORK

For Dave, family and the great outdoors go hand in hand. He and his wife, Jamie, love spending quality time with their three daughters—Olivia, Annie, and Eve—soaking up every moment together. Whether it’s biking through the neighborhood or swimming on warm summer days, Dave finds his greatest joy in being active with his family and embracing the simple pleasures of life outside.

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HOW DAVE EMBODIES ONE OF OUR KEY VALUES: GRATITUDE

Gratitude is at the core of who Dave is. Every day, he takes a moment to appreciate the many blessings in his life, from his family to his career and the opportunities that come with it. His deep sense of thankfulness fuels his work at F.E. Moran, creating a positive impact on those around him and reinforcing the company’s culture of appreciation, respect, and care.

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At F.E. Moran, leadership isn’t about titles—it’s about experience, responsibility, and delivering results. David Sammis is proof of that.