Kelly Whitt

Business Development

With over 25 years of experience in personal protective clothing, Kelly has dedicated her career to helping organizations keep their employees safe on the job. She currently specializes in serving the fire service industry, partnering directly with fire departments to understand their needs and provide NFPA 1975-compliant uniform solutions through Workrite Fire Service. Based in the western United States, Kelly works closely with departments and the broader Workrite Fire Service team to ensure firefighters are equipped with the right station wear uniforms—today and into the future.

Derek Sang

Technical Training Manager

Boasting over a quarter-century of experience in the Flame-Resistant (FR) apparel industry, Derek Sang has played multiple key roles, contributing significantly to the development and execution of FR clothing programs for some of the world's leading companies. Following Workrite's integration in 2018, Derek has deepened his expertise in secondary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), particularly in Station wear and Wildland Urban Interface uniforms, focusing on their critical function in safeguarding Firefighters. As the Senior Technical Training Manager at Bulwark Protection and Workrite Fire Service, Derek has crafted upwards of 40 hours of educational content for Bulwark University, encompassing a comprehensive range of topics on Flame Resistant and Arc Rated attire for the industrial spheres and Fire Services. Recognized widely as an expert in the appropriate selection, application, care, and management of flame-resistant and arc-rated fabrics as secondary PPE, Derek is also accredited as a Qualified Safety Sales Professional (QSSP) and holds a certification as a Safety, Health, Environmental Professional (CSHEP) from the International Association of Safety and Health Professionals (IASHEP).