SMITHSBURG, MD, May 16, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Mikhail "Misha" Alexander Gebhardt is a distinguished biographee of Marquis Who's Who. He was recently spotlighted in New York City's Times Square on a 22-story screen that is passed by an estimated 1.5 million people daily. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are chosen from among a pool of the most prominent professionals and are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Mr. Gebhardt has carved a distinguished career in emergency management and mental health advocacy, which is marked by his current role as a program coordinator with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Since 2022, he has been instrumental in managing deployments nationwide and working closely with FEMA's National Response Coordination Center. His responsibilities include coordinating emergency support functions to provide pre-disaster staged support and collaborating on grant and gift agreements. Mr. Gebhardt's expertise extends to serving on several FEMA advisory boards, where he provides valuable input on technology projects.

In addition to his work with FEMA, Mr. Gebhardt is the managing director of the Life Leap Foundation, a position he has held since 2021. He is also a partner at Kais Financial LLC, where he has been involved since 2022. His previous roles included serving as an individual assistance program analyst and leading the emergency notification system and continuity of operations planning at FEMA from 2021 to 2022. From 2016 to 2021, he was a recovery coordination specialist and senior advisor within FEMA's Interagency Recovery Coordination Cadre. His career began with AmeriCorps as a FEMA Corps member and assistant team leader from 2015 to 2016, following his tenure as a foreman at Green Wave Gardens from 2012 to 2015.

Mr. Gebhardt's educational background includes coursework at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, where he supported research on suicide prevention and mental health for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder. This academic experience has significantly influenced his professional endeavors, particularly his support of mental health initiatives. His commitment to professional development is evident through numerous certifications obtained via LinkedIn in 2023, including in executive leadership, coaching skills for leaders and strategic mentoring. These certifications have enhanced his ability to lead diverse teams effectively and support employee well-being.

Civic engagement has also been a cornerstone of Mr. Gebhardt's life. From 2007 to 2011, he participated in multiple youth group mission trips with Liberty Presbyterian Church, contributing to communities across the United States. As a legacy member of the Make-A-Wish Foundation and Lifeline Ohio, he continues to positively impact lives. His accolades include recognition for his contributions to crisis management systems at FEMA in 2021.

Mr. Gebhardt was born in Vladivostok, Russia, and enjoys traveling with his family. Looking ahead, he aspires to work with a foundation where he can share his experiences and guide others facing similar challenges. This future endeavor aligns with his passion for helping individuals overcome adversity while providing more opportunities for his son to explore the world alongside him and his spouse, Jacqueline.

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