SPEAKERS

August 11, 2025

Tim Dudley is the Director of Emergency Management for Hillsborough County, Florida. His time serving in the Army inspired his disaster planning and management career. The structured environment of the Army suited Dudley well, and he dedicated 27 years to his military career. As his grandfather mentored him, Dudley focused on building teams and developing future leaders throughout his service. He concluded his military career as the J63 Operations Sergeant Major at U.S. Special Operations Command in Tampa, FL.

Dudley became interested in emergency management after witnessing the devastation caused by the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and Hurricane Katrina. These events prompted him to critically examine planning and response tactics. During his military career, he pursued education in this field, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Homeland Security, a Master of Science degree in Emergency Services Management, and certification in Executive Leadership.

Over the past 11 years, Dudley has played a significant role in numerous emergency responses, demonstrating a strong commitment to public safety and community resilience. His experience includes readiness, response, and recovery operations for various hurricanes, such as Irma, Michael, Eta, Elsa, Ian, Nicole, Idalia, Debby, Helene, and Milton, ensuring effective coordination and support for impacted communities. He also led response efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic from 2019 to 2022.

Dudley lives in the Tampa Bay area with his wife, Shonnette, their four children, and one grandchild.