Tanya J. Hockett

Regional Exercise Project Coordinator and Emergency Manager in Christiansburg, Virginia

Tanya J. Hockett

Regional Exercise Project Coordinator and Emergency Manager in Christiansburg, Virginia

Tanya is an emergency manager, writer, educator, musician, mom, and wife.

She works as the Regional Exercise Project Coordinator for the Virginia Department of Emergency Management coordinating exercise projects for the western VDEM regions. She is a Certified Emergency Manager, Master Exercise Practitioner, Safety Management Specialist, and Certified Hospital Emergency Coordinator.

Tanya holds a Master's of Public Administration and Disaster Management and a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Homeland Security from Liberty University.

She has spoken at numerous conferences on topics related to emergency management and safety, including preparedness, social media, and volunteerism. She has also published several articles and participated in special projects, online forums, and webinars related to emergency management and personal preparedness.

Tanya has worked in emergency management since 2007 and is passionate about creating engaging, interactive content that motivates professionals and community members to prepare themselves and their families for things that “will never happen here”.

  • Work
    • VA Dept of Emergency Mgmt
  • Education
    • Liberty University