Edward (Ted) Van Horne is the chief operating officer of Global Medical Response (GMR), overseeing all ground and air medical transportation, fire services and other community and emergency management operations. With 38,000 employees, 8,600 ambulances, 450 air ambulances and over 13 million patient interactions a year, GMR is committed to providing care at a moment's notice in all 50 states. Ted is known throughout the industry for his innovative approach to EMS system design and his focus on clinical excellence and pioneering solutions for emerging healthcare needs. Van Horne also has a history of success developing operational and sponsorship relationships with multiple major national teams including the Dallas Cowboys, Buffalo Bills, San Diego Padres, Miami Dolphins, INDYCAR and NASCAR, among others. 
 
Van Horne graduated from the RIT with a bachelor's degree in Health Systems Administration from the College of Health Sciences and Technology and holds an MBA in Business Administration. Van Horne began his career as an EMT at RIT and became a Nationally Registered Paramedic, further working in New York, Arizona and California. He worked up through the ranks in numerous caregiver and management roles in the Emergency Medical Services field. Prior to being named chief operating officer of GMR, Van Horne was the President and CEO of American Medical Response (AMR), while it was publicly traded in 2013 with Emergency Medical Services Corporation (EMSC). Van Horne has served in other roles as a Regional President, Vice President of Business Development, and Regional Director of one of the largest 911 systems in the United States. 
 
Van Horne has earned wide respect throughout the industry for his handling of emergency medical communications and operational components during major catastrophic events. Most recently, he has been a visible and vocal leader in the industry throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. He guided GMR first responders in thousands of communities across the United States, while also focusing on their personal health and well-being, as well as spearheading industry-standard-setting safety protocols. 
 
Van Horne serves on the council of Austin Angels, a non-profit agency dedicated to helping children navigate the foster care system. He is also an active board member for the All Clear Foundation, supporting the overall well-being and longevity of those who serve our communities in times of need as first responders.