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src="/files/classicfls/web-img/team/Lucy_Machado_2_resized_.png" alt="Classic Fire + Life Safety appoints Lucy Machado Vice-President of Human Resources"> <span class="item-image-caption">Lucy Machado joined Classic Fire + Life Safety, July 2025, as its Vice-President of Human Resources. </span> </a> </div> <div class="item-header-content"> <time pubdate class="item-published" title=" 2025-09-08T12:55:59Z" datetime=" 2025-09-08T12:55:59Z"> 1 week ago</time> <h3 class="item-title"><a title="" href="/newsroom/classic-fire-life-safety-appoints-lucy-machado-vice-president-of-human-resources/">Classic Fire + Life Safety appoints Lucy Machado Vice-President of Human Resources</a></h3> <h4 class="item-subtitle"><a title="" href="/newsroom/classic-fire-life-safety-appoints-lucy-machado-vice-president-of-human-resources/">Marking a new era of culture, communications and engagement.</a></h4> </div> </div> <article> <div class="item-content"> <p><strong><span>September 9, 2025</span></strong><span>- Classic Fire + Life Safety, a Canadian leader in fire protection and life safety services, has named Lucy Machado Vice-President of Human Resources. </span></p> <p><span>Machado brings more than 25 years of HR leadership experience in industries including pharmaceuticals and consulting. She will oversee all aspects of the company’s people and culture strategy, including talent acquisition, employee engagement, organizational development, total rewards and HR operations. A key member of the executive leadership team, Machado will guide efforts to strengthen culture and support the company’s long-term growth.</span></p> <p><span>“People are the lifeline of any organization,” says Mike Farren, CEO of Classic Fire + Life Safety. “Lucy understands our goal of building a company culture that puts people first by living our values and prioritizing open, transparent communication.” </span></p> <p><span>With 12 branches spread across Ontario, Manitoba, British Columbia and Alberta, the company employs more than 750 staff and has plans to further expand in 2026. </span></p> <p><span>“It’s great to join a company that values its employees and wants to engrain those values into its culture . This has been clear to me since my first meeting,” said Machado. “I’m looking forward to strengthening our competitive edge , improving communication and building strong, proud teams that see the value of their work.” </span></p> <p><span>The company is remaining focused on uniting its people around its mission of preventing fires and saving lives. Over the past three years, it has grown through acquisitions, creating a wide network of companies united by its mission and values. </span></p> <p><span>Machado said she will take a people-first, hands on approach to her role, rallying teams nationwide to prioritize safety. </span></p> <p><span>“I believe in being present at the table, sharing fresh ideas and fostering dialogue,” she said. “Communication is one of the most important tools we have.” </span></p> <p><span>Machado began her role on July 29. </span></p> </div> </article> <div class="item-footer"> <p class="item-nav"> <a class="all-items btn" href="/newsroom/" role="button"><span>View All</span></a> <a class="older-item btn chevron-right" href="/newsroom/classic-fire-life-safety-appoints-andrew-jacobs-as-vice-president-of-information-technology/" role="button"><span>Classic Fire + Life Safety appoints Andrew Jacobs as Vice-President of Information Technology </span></a> </p> </div> </div> <div class="item-list-footer"> <div 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