Get to Know the Hilarious, Hardworking Team Behind FDC Videos

At Fire Department Coffee, we’re fueled by three things: Caffeine, laughter, and caffeine.

Did we say caffeine twice? Yes, we did. Moving on. 

These three things get us through the day — every day — and we know it’s the same for many of you. And once we’ve loaded up on our morning coffee, if we’re not on the job awaiting a call, we need to find some kind of outlet for all that pent-up coffee-powered energy. So we grab a camera and make videos to show you all a slice of life at Fire Dept. Coffee and at fire stations across the country.

If you’re reading this, you’ve probably seen plenty of them. And maybe you're curious about the masterminds and social media stars behind those side-splitting videos? Look no further, because we're brewing up a special behind-the-scenes look at the amazingly funny and talented individuals who make Fire Dept. Coffee the brand it is today!

Jason Patton

He’s the VP of Fire Dept. Coffee. He’s the bald head, the wide eyes and the booming voice exploding from your phone when you thought you had the volume much lower. He’s Jason Patton, and he’s the comedic brain behind countless FDC videos. 

Jason is a firefighter-paramedic in Florida, and we met him through his own social channels, Fire Department Chronicles, which has amassed millions followers on all major social platforms. When we joined forces, he helped take Fire Dept. Coffee to the next level. He’s a serious firefighter with an incredible ability to find humor in literally any scenario. Some might say too many scenarios. But we can’t get enough, and whenever his eyes light up with his next idea for a video, we know it’s going to be a good one.

Where You Can Follow Jason: YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok

Firefighter Fenton

His wife calls him Brent, but the rest of us know Brent Fenton simply as “Firefighter Fenton.”

He’s a longtime firefighter-paramedic, hazmat technician and a captain with the Daisy Mountain Fire & Medical in Arizona. Like Jason, Fenton built his own following on social media on the strength of his short, hilarious videos that shine a light on the realities — and the absurdities — of life as a firefighter.

You can’t miss him, what with his signature bushy mustache and overpowering, high-pitched scream. Fenton joined the FDC team more than three years ago, and he immediately fit right in with our crew. His over-the-top humor and inexhaustible supply of energy keep us going and have led to some of our best videos ever.

Where You Can Follow Firefighter Fenton: YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok

Randy James

Randy James is a driver engineer and a paramedic for Rockford Fire Department. He had a front-row seat to watch FDC founder Luke Schneider build this company from scratch. When he saw how busy Luke was getting with FDC, he offered to jump in and join the mission. Today, he’s also our Director of Brand Relations, working closely with our partners to drive brand awareness through social media and content creation.

Along the way, he’s become a regular in our social media videos, and his calm, understated presence provides the perfect contrast to some of our larger-than-life personalities (AKA Jason and Fenton). Randy is subtly hilarious in his own right, knowing just the right moments to deliver his deadpan humor into the mix.

Natalie Adasiewicz

Ten years as an Army National Guard combat medic. Ten years as a city of Rockford firefighter/paramedic. And three years as one of the most important members of the FDC team.

Natalie Adasiewicz is the real deal. If you’ve seen her in our videos, you know she doesn’t back down from anyone. Firefighters like Natalie are showing young women everywhere that a career in the fire service is well within their reach. It just takes hard work — and a good sense of humor. Which Natalie delivers every day, no matter which job she’s working.

When she’s not on the job, you can find her at her local Cross-Fit gym, getting ever stronger. Or getting her newest tattoo. 

Where You Can Follow Natalie Adasiewicz: TikTok

Brad Flaherty

Brad Flaherty, though not a firefighter, plays a crucial role as Fire Dept. Coffee's Chief Creative Officer, shaping the brand's success. His background in graphic design and hand lettering caught the attention of founder Luke Schneider in 2016. Since then, Brad's creative brilliance has driven everything from the iconic logo to the dynamic coffee bag designs, cementing his position as a key member of the Fire Dept. Coffee team. Beyond design, Brad also contributes to social media memes, directs video shoots, and occasionally portrays the chief, although he has retired from this role due to his children's distress over his shaved beard.

Where You Can Follow Brad Flaherty: Instagram

Josh Kennedy

Josh Kennedy is a former Marine, serving around the world for six years on active duty and two more as a reservist. He’s a musician, pounding on the drums since age 7 and now performing with his band Monroe and putting out an album produced by hard rock legends. 

He’s a firefighter, of course, going on four years with the Rockford Fire Department. And he’s a natural-born performer, son of a playwright, and he puts his theater skills on display in front of the camera for FDC on a regular basis. Tall and lean and fully capable of keeping a straight face while coffee is repeatedly dumped on his head, this man can do it all. He’s been an awesome addition to the FDC team. 

Lance Woodruff

Lance Woodruff always knew that he wanted to be a firefighter, and he got his start at a young age. It was the adrenaline rush of each new call and the feeling that always comes from helping others. 

The comedy came later, but it came just as naturally. Inspired by the likes of Jason Patton, Lance began making his own comedic social videos whenever he got a break from his full-time firefighter-paramedic gig in Longview, Texas. His videos were so funny that they caught the attention of Jason and other members of the FDC crew. So we invited him to team up with FDC. 

From the characters he creates to his casually hilarious delivery, Lance has been a seamless addition to our team. You’ll be seeing a lot more of him soon. 

Where You Can Follow Lance Woodruff: Instagram and TikTok

We’re deeply grateful for the opportunity to produce funny videos that deliver smiles and laughs to our audience. Your unwavering support is what drives us forward ... and of course, the coffee. As long as you continue to enjoy and share our content, we'll be here, dedicated to creating more laughter-filled moments for you.

Cheers!