Chris Laymon has over twelve years of experience in emergency communications and began as a first responder at age sixteen. His expertise includes radio communications, 9-1-1 telecommunications, and crisis management. In 2013, he started as a 9-1-1 Dispatcher and later served as a Communications Training Officer and Lead Communications Technician. In 2023, he was recognized for his leadership during the Allen Outlet Mall shooting, receiving the Meritorious Conduct medal and Texas NENA 9-1-1 Team of the Year award. He is an Emergency Number Professional certified by NENA and teaches courses on active-shooter response and 9-1-1 dispatch-related PTSD. Chris earned degrees in Fire Science Technology and IT and is pursuing an Executive Master of Public Service and Administration at Texas A&M. He volunteers with Texas TERT and Team Rubicon, and in his free time enjoys hiking, fishing, and woodworking.