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Every year, our 4-day conference presents a variety of tracks, including Management, ALS, and BLS tracks designed to provide classes for any level. With a diverse lineup of speakers hailing from various regions, both nationally and locally, you can expect a wealth of knowledge and insights at WEMSA 2026. The WEMSA Education Committee and our dedicated staff invest considerable effort to provide you with the opportunity to engage with industry experts from all corners of the country!
2026 Speaker list

Shannon DiMarco
Administrative Director of Emergency Education and Clinical Simulation
UW Health/University of Wisconsin-Madison

Nikki Hensler Gordon
Licensed Trauma Therapist & EMDR Consultant
Perspectives Consulting/Iron Star Peer Support & Resiliency

Ben Holstine
Emergency Department/ Trauma Staff Nurse
Froedtert Hospital Emergency Department/Milwaukee VA Emergency Department

Maureen Luetje
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics; Medical Director, Pediatric Readiness in Emergency Medicine; Associate Medical Director
Medical College of Wisconsin, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Division

Michael Robinson
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Transport Nurse/Paramedic & Adjunct EMS Instructor
Froedtert Hospital & Elm Grove EMS

John Sponholtz
Assistant Teaching Professor
University of Wisconsin Green Bay; Tisch Mills Fire Department

Jamie Stephenson
Paramedic, EMS Educator, and Experienced Emergency Medical Services Professional
UW Health Emergency Education Center

Jennifer Zaspel
Assistant Professor
Medical College of Wisconsin, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine