Dan Pogonowski Dan Pogonowski “Pogo” ( Right) is has worked for the Beach Patrol for ten years. He is a Crew Chief and Academy Instructor, who coordinates the physical training component of Surf Rescue Academy. Pogo is a full-time career Firefighter for Anne Arundel Fire Department and is committed to work his days off from that job as a Surf Rescue Technician. Pogo credits his experiences with the OCBP as inspiring and motivating him to pursue a career in public safety. When he isn’t working seven days a week between his two careers, he enjoys a very physical outdoor lifestyle which includes Swimming, Running, Stand Up Paddling, Skiing, Hiking and playing in the employee softball league.
Svetlana Sutova Svetlana “Lana” Sutova came to America on a green card from Riga, Latvia. Due to her outgoing personality and athletic abilities, a friend from Ocean City suggested she consider lifeguarding. Lana joined OCBP in 2010. Not only has lifeguarding been a good match for her active, athletic lifestyle, but it has fulfilled her desire to serve and care for others. She eagerly accepted the hard work and training in order to better provide for the safety of others on the beach. Lana has also pursued a passion in aviation and has worked as a flight attendant for the last several years. Her flexible schedule has allowed her to continue as a part-time lifeguard for OCBP. When Lana is not on the beach, she enjoys sailing, playing volleyball, and riding roller coasters. Lana recently became a U.S. nationalized citizen and works as a full-time flight attendant for American Airlines. Inside Ocean City
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