Gabrielle Franze
Firefighter/Paramedic
Deltona, Florida
About Gabrielle Franze
Gabrielle Franze is a Firefighter and Paramedic with the Orange County Fire Department in Orange County, Florida, where she has served since 2019. She is also the founder and lead trainer of Redline K9 Dog Training, a canine training business based in Deltona, Florida, which she established in 2020.
Franze was raised in Oviedo, Florida, in a family that operated a local business for more than 35 years. She graduated from Hagerty High School in 2015 and earned an Associate of Science in Emergency Medical Services and Paramedicine from Seminole State College in 2019, graduating Cum Laude. She holds multiple state and national certifications, including Florida State Licensed Paramedic (LIC# PMD535952), National Registered EMT, Florida State Certified Firefighter, ACLS, PALS, EVOC, Pump Operations, FEMA certification, and Wildland Firefighting certification.
Prior to joining the Orange County Fire Department, she completed volunteer service as a Firefighter and EMT with the City of Deltona, as a Volunteer EMT with the Bright Start Pediatric Transport Team, and as a Fire Explorer with the City of Orlando.
Franze is also a competitive CrossFit athlete who has competed annually in the CrossFit Games since age 16. Through Redline K9, she trains dogs in canine obedience, emotional support, search and rescue, and canine sports. Her dogs Nova, Rip, Atlas, and Oakly are each in training or certified for specific working roles. Nova is certified as an emotional support service dog through the Orlando Health Hospital System.
Areas of Focus
Career Background
Education
Media
Press
Awards & Recognition
- Volunteer Combat Firefighter/EMT, City of Deltona, May–October 2017
- Volunteer EMT, Bright Start Pediatric Transport Team, April–June 2017
- Fire Explorer, City of Orlando, September 2016–June 2017
Licenses & Certifications
- Florida State Licensed Paramedic, Florida Department of Health — LIC# PMD535952
- Florida State Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Florida Department of Health
- National Registered Certified EMT (NREMT), National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
- Florida State Certified Firefighter, Florida State Fire Marshal
- Firefighter I/II, 2018
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Certified Emergency Vehicle Operations (EVOC)
- CPR and BLS for Professionals
- Pump Operations, 80-hour certification
- FEMA Certified
- Wildland Firefighting Certified
Charities & Volunteering
- Volunteer Combat Firefighter/EMT, City of Deltona — Emergency response volunteer, May–October 2017
- Volunteer EMT, Bright Start Pediatric Transport Team — Pediatric patient transport, April–June 2017
- Fire Explorer, City of Orlando — Fire service training and community program, September 2016–June 2017
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Gabrielle Franze do?
Gabrielle Franze is a Firefighter and Paramedic with the Orange County Fire Department in Orange County, Florida, where she has served since 2019. She is also the founder and lead trainer of Redline K9 Dog Training, a canine training business based in Deltona, Florida, established in 2020.
What is Gabrielle Franze known for?
She is known for her work as a firefighter/paramedic and for founding Redline K9 Dog Training, which trains dogs in obedience, emotional support, search and rescue, and canine sports. She has also been featured in press pieces on service, leadership, and emergency-services readiness, and competes annually in the CrossFit Games.
Where is Gabrielle Franze based?
Gabrielle Franze is based in Deltona, Florida.
Where did Gabrielle Franze study?
She earned an Associate of Science in Emergency Medical Services and Paramedicine from Seminole State College in 2019, graduating Cum Laude.
Who does Gabrielle Franze work for?
Gabrielle Franze works for the Orange County Fire Department and also owns Redline K9 Dog Training.
Last updated March 19, 2026