Leadership is important

Our Instructors are the best in their fields

PRIORITY1CPR’s team of experienced professionals are prepared to provide answers to difficult questions throughout the entire course.

PRIORITY1CPR Team

Meet our team of instructors

Daniel Perez

Daniel Perez

Founder / CEO

Get to know us!

Welcome to Priority1CPR

“Welcome! My name is Daniel Perez, I am the CEO/Owner of Priority1CPR! I have been a Firefighter/Paramedic for over 7 years and counting and I am a lead Emergency Medical Services Instructor for multiple schools and universities in the South Florida region.

I hold an Associate’s in Science in Emergency Medical Services and currently working on my Bachelors in Emergency Management.

My goal is to teach all CPR life-saving lessons to the world one class at a time.

The famous Nelson Mandela once said, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world”.

I strongly uphold this and with the help of my wonderful, well-experienced team, I will devote my life to CPR training to achieve success in world around me.”

Daniel Perez – CEO/Owner Priority1CPR

Cristina Averhoff

Cristina Averhoff

PRIORITY1CPR Trainer

"My name is Christina Averhoff, born and raised in Miami, FL. I graduated with my Bachelor’s in Human Sciences from Florida State University and currently a Firefighter/Paramedic for City of Coral Gables Fire Department. I am also an Emergency Medical Services Instructor for City College. In my time off I enjoy playing volleyball, spending time with my dog and cat and going to the beach. I look forward to teaching you CPR and making a positive impact in your community."

Aramis Valladares

Aramis Valladares

PRIORITY1CPR Trainer

"My name is Aramis Valladares and I currently work for Palm Beach County Fire Rescue as a Firefighter/Paramedic. I am also an Emergency Medical Services Instructor for multiple schools. I have devoted my life to the fire service and to bettering myself not only for my job, but for the community. I am proud of continuing my education and passing my knowledge to the world and making a positive impact !"

Louis Felice

Louis Felice

PRIORITY1CPR Trainer

" Hello! My name is Louis Felice and I have been a Paramedic for over 21 years. Most of my career has been with the New York City Fire Department (FDNY), and Fire Districts on Long Island. One of my very first calls as a Paramedic was the 9/11 World Trade Center attacks. I have received a Bachelor‘s degree in Emergency Management, Master’s Degree in Leadership, and Master’s Degree in Business Administration. Presently, I work in a Level 1 Trauma Center in South Florida and I am an Emergency Medical Services Instructor for HCI College."

Jason Suarez

Jason Suarez

PRIORITY1CPR Trainer

"Hello, my name is Jason Suarez. I have been serving for the City of Plantation Fire Department since June of 2021. When I am not working for the City of Plantation, I am working for Nicklaus Children’s Hospital as a Neonatal and Pediatric Critical Care Flight Paramedic. I love my job because it is constantly changing and giving back my CPR knowledge to the community is a rewarding privilege I will always uphold! Thank you for trusting Priority1CPR for all your life saving lessons."

Carlos Leon

Carlos Leon

PRIORITY1CPR Trainer

"Hi, my name is Carlos Leon and I am currently a Firefighter/Paramedic for the City of Coconut Creek Fire Rescue Department. I have over 7 years and counting in the medical field and started my fire service career with Key Largo Fire Department. Some of my biggest passions are maintaining saltwater aquariums and spending time with my beautiful family. I look forward to meeting and teaching you in the near future!"

Ozzy Pineda

Ozzy Pineda

PRIORITY1CPR Trainer

"Hello, my name is Ozzy Pineda, and I am a Firefighter/Paramedic with Palm Beach County Fire Rescue Department. I started my fire service career with Key Largo Fire Department and have been on the job for over 7 years. During my off time, I love playing recreational sports with my close friends and spending time with my amazing family. I hope to have the privilege of meeting you soon. You will be learning from the best CPR company in South Florida!"

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