About the Author
Dr. Adam Katchmarchi is a researcher, consultant, educator and advocate who focuses on drowning prevention and water safety. He is currently the executive director for the National Drowning Prevention Alliance and an assistant professor in kinesiology, health and sport sciences at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He is a certified swimming and lifeguarding instructor and trainer, an emergency medical technician, and a certified teacher. He holds graduate degrees in kinesiology, teacher education and sport management.