Veronica Marzonie Honored with “Spirit of ECHO Safety Award”
Veronica Marzonie, a LifeFlight of Maine flight nurse and Director of Safety, Risk & Resilience, was honored with the “Spirit of ECHO Safety Award” at the ECHO HeliOps Conference in Philadelphia on September 22, 2026. This award recognizes individuals who make an outstanding contribution in Public Safety Aviation through their efforts to enhance operations, reduce risk, and support crew well-being.
“Veronica is a tireless advocate whose dedication extends well beyond herself, her colleagues, and even our organization,” said Joe Kellner, CEO of LifeFlight. “Her commitment is to the safety and well-being of every professional who chooses to serve in the air medical industry.”
In addition to her work at LifeFlight, Veronica recently completed coursework through the University of Southern California, participated in the Safety Management Training Academy, and has attended the FAA’s InfoShare conference to further her knowledge and collaborate with safety professionals from across the aviation industry. She continually seeks opportunities to learn, share best practices, and evaluate the profession.
Veronica’s vision, humility, courage, and service have had a profound impact on countless colleagues and patients and will continue to do so.
Veronica Marzonie, a LifeFlight of Maine flight nurse and Safety Coordinator, was recently honored with the “Spirit of Echo Safety Award.”
