President of Gear Wash

As the youngest daughter of Chairman and Owner Bill Burke, Taylor joined the Fire-Dex Family in January 2019 as our Customer Relations Manager. Quickly after, in August 2019, she became Division Manager of Gear Wash, where she confidently led the onboarding of two acquisitions for Gear Wash in Milwaukee and Hudson, granting her the promotion to Director of Gear Wash in 2021 and eventually President of Gear Wash in 2021. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Telecommunications and a Master of Science in Business Management from the University of Florida.

330.241.2101

taylorburkegilman@gearwash.com

Director of Business Development

Brian joined Gear Wash as our Director of Business Development in 2017 and is responsible for implementing PPE clean and repair programs to enhance the health and safety of our customers across all six locations.

brian.marenco@gearwash.com

Business Development & Military Contract Manager, Dayton

Nick joined Gear Wash in 2021 as our NFPA 1851 Support Specialist and earned the promotion to Business Development & Military Contract Manager in 2022 to assist new and existing United States Air Force customers with their PPE cleaning and repair services at our six facilities. He also manages our PPE rental program on the East coast. Nick graduated from Columbia Southern University with an Associate degree in Fire Science.

nick.magoteaux@gearwash.com

Gear Wash Regional Manager, Milwaukee and Hudson

Anthony offers his unique Aviation safety and quality background to the organization. He is one of the main contributors to the ever-improving Gear Wash tracking software, and has been instrumental in the growth of our Hudson, FL location. His respected leadership skills and dedication earned Anthony the promotion to Gear Wash Regional Manager in 2022. 

727-755-8556

Anthony.costanzo@gearwash.com

Business Development Manager, Hudson

Whitney joined Gear Wash in June 2021 as the Business Development Manager and works on developing regional relationships with new and existing customers. Whitney holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Communication and Hospitality from the University of Central Florida.

727.233.8275

whitney.yeager@gearwash.com

Operations Supervisor, Miami

Bo Sanchez began at Gear Wash in 2013 as our Operations Supervisor. He is responsible for associate hiring, and training, and supervises the day-to-day operations within the facility. Bo is also the direct liaison with the customers we help service.

bo.sanchez@gearwash.com

Operations Supervisor, Dayton

Niki joined Gear Wash in 2020 as our Operations Supervisor responsible for managing work procedures, associate training, and overseeing any customer needs or concerns. She has a bachelor's degree in Commination from the University of Dayton.

niki.carter@gearwash.com

Operations Supervisor, Milwaukee

Kaitlin began her journey at Gear Wash in September 2019 as a Sewing Associate but quickly earned a promotion to Sewing Supervisor in March 2020 due to her excellent seamstress and leadership skills. By 2021, her continued dedication lead her to be promoted to Operations Supervisor.

Kaitlin.schmitt@gearwash.com

Operations Manager, Las Vegas

Katie joined Gear Wash in 2014 as a Seamstress, where her efficiencies and focus earned her the promotion to Repair Supervisor in 2016. She has also assisted with the development of the PPE tracking system as the Project Manager. Since 2018, she has held the role of Operations Manager, where she ensures all production activities are safely followed.

katie.andrews@gearwash.com

Operations Supervisor, Charlotte

Leslie joined Gear Wash in 2015 as our Customer Service Representative and in 2021 she earned the promotion to Operations Supervisor to monitor department efficiencies and keep processes running smoothly from beginning to end.

leslie.puett@gearwash.com

Quality and Safety Coordinator

Cory joined Gear Wash in 2022 as the Quality and Safety Coordinator to oversee and streamline operational processes and procedures and be responsible for the safety and continuous improvement of each facility. Cory is an excellent team leader with a demonstrated history in training tactics and is successful with delivering projects in full compliance with operational objectives.

727.232.4274

cory.mcgee@gearwash.com

Facility Supervisor, Las Vegas

Alyssa joined Gear Wash in 2014 as an Order Fulfillment Technician, where her eye for detail quickly earned her the promotion to Order Fulfillment Lead in 2016. Due to her dedication to quality assurance, Alyssa earned the role of Facility Supervisor in 2018.

alyssa.vote@gearwash.com

HR Business Partner, New York City

Elizabeth began at Gear Wash in 2012 as the Accounting & HR Administrator and in 2022, transitioned to the role of Human Resources Business Partner. Elizabeth assists with recruiting, associate relations, HR administration, strategic streamlining initiatives, and various HR functions and projects. She has a bachelor’s degree from the University of San Buenaventura in Industrial Engineering and is bilingual in English and Spanish.

elizabeth.martinez@gearwash.com

Sewing Supervisor, Hudson

Jackie brings over 30 years of skillful and attentive industrial manufacturing experience to the team. Due to her prowess, she quickly rose to become the Quality Team Lead, and everyone’s go to person.