Murfreesboro, TN - Murfreesboro Fire Rescue Department's Fire Marshal Brian Lowe has been honored as one of only 1,873 fire officials worldwide to receive the 'Chief Fire Officer' (CFO) designation. The Commission on Professional Credentialing (CPC) unanimously re-conferred Lowe’s CFO designation on Thursday, Feb. 15.

 

Lowe expressed gratitude for the recognition from his peers in the fire service and thanked the City of Murfreesboro and his team members at Fire Rescue for their support.

 

The CFO Designation program is voluntary and recognizes individuals who excel in seven components, including experience, education, professional development, contributions, association membership, community involvement, and technical competence. Applicants must also outline a future professional development plan.

 

The CFO designation is valid for three years and requires recipients to demonstrate continued growth in professional development, contributions, association membership, and community involvement, while adhering to a strict code of professional conduct.