In 2019 we realized there was a void in the CPR+AED industry - especially for individual instructors and small CPR+AED businesses. No one was truly focused on equipping, inspiring, and encouraging one of the most forgotten-about yet integral roles that support the Chain of Survival: CPR instructors and CPR+AED business owners.
Our vision became reality in October 2019 when we launched the first-ever Lifesaving Summit. The singular vision of the Lifesaving Summit is to propel the CPR+AED industry forward. Unlike other events, the Lifesaving Summit is truly focused on helping attendees be encouraged, engaged, and equipped so they can go back home with a stronger network, new tools, and a fresh approach to strengthening the Chain of Survival = saving more lives.
The 7th Annual Lifesaving Summit will be held on November 20-24, 2025. Registration opened in January 2025.
“Since 2019, over 500 CPR+AED ismall business leaders, instructors, and SCA survivors made their way to Alabama to experience a one-of-a-kind event to help propel the CPR+AED industry forward. And they keep coming back.”
Key Accomplishments
7th nationwide annual event in 2025
Attendees from 35 states, including New York and Hawaii
All-volunteer Summit Staff Team
25 full-ride Summit Scholarships Awarded
PRESTAN Products + ZOLL Premier Partnerships
Tripled in attendees from 2019-2024
Largest CPR+AED instructor-centered conference in the United States
Lowest all-inclusive cost to attend
Attendees have doubled and tripled growth of their CPR+AED business within 12 months of attending
Summit Coordinators
2025 - Lynda Ratliff
2024 - Lynda Ratliff
2023 - Lynda Ratliff
2022 - Alison Collins
2021 - Alison Collins
2020 - Alison Collins
2019 - Brady B. McLaughlin
lifesaving summit founder’s award Recipients
The Lifesaving Summit Founder’s Award, established by Founder Brady B. McLaughlin, honors individuals who exemplify outstanding dedication to advancing lifesaving education, advocacy, and innovation. This award celebrates those who have made significant contributions to the mission of preventing sudden cardiac arrest and other critical health emergencies through their professional and personal efforts. Recipients are recognized for their leadership, impact, and commitment to the lifesaving community, embodying the vision and values of the Lifesaving Summit.
2025 - TBD
2024 - Sixth City CPR
2023 - Ready Response PA
2022 - Code One Safety
2021 - 360 CPR
2020 - Code One CPR (now Code One Safety)