Resuscitation Academy

What Resuscitation Academy does

The Resuscitation Academy (legally Resuscitation Academy Foundation) is a Seattle-headquartered nonprofit foundation established in 2008 to raise out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) survival rates. It designs and delivers training workshops—the 2-day Leadership Workshop (10 Steps framework), a 4-hour High-Performance CPR (HP-CPR) Workshop, and a 6-hour HP-CPR Train-the-Trainer Workshop—primarily to EMS medical directors, operations leaders, training officers, and 911 center directors in public-sector fire and EMS agencies. Programs are open to community and elected officials as well, and outreach extends globally via the Global Resuscitation Alliance. Core technical content centers on the 10 Steps framework, the HP-CPR methodology emphasizing measurable metrics (compression rate, depth, recoil, ventilation, chest compression fraction), and CASA—a free, web-based 30-question self-assessment tool that produces prioritized recommendations across the chain of survival.

The foundation's product portfolio also includes free downloadable toolkits (HP-CPR, T-CPR, CARES, Community PAD, Police Defibrillation, Community Foundation, End of Life), a library of eBooks, the RA Network online alumni community (~3,000 members from 700+ communities), the Lighthouse Communities peer-mentorship program, the RAMP mentorship layer, and the Larry Doll Educational Fund scholarship arm. Technology architecture is non-AI; it is an educational content-and-community platform rather than a software product, with delivery occurring through in-person workshops in Seattle, regional workshops hosted by Lighthouse Communities, and a self-serve web library. A separate commercial collaboration, RQI Partners (joint program with American Heart Association and Laerdal Medical), packages RA frameworks into digital quality-improvement subscriptions (RQI Telecommunicator, RQI EMS Teams, RQI Prehospital) and routes a share of proceeds back to the foundation.

Go-to-market is community-led and event-driven. Revenue mechanics are dominated by donations and grants from sponsors (American Heart Association, Laerdal Medical, Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington, Medic One Foundation) and a royalty stream from RQI Partners; direct workshop fees are nominal because most in-Seattle workshops are offered free, with only off-site workshops carrying a small fee to cover expenses. Branded merchandise ($25-$70 water bottles, apparel, mugs, vests) provides ancillary revenue. The customer base is structurally diverse—public-sector fire departments, EMS agencies, and 911 centers across multiple U.S. states via Lighthouse Communities—rather than concentrated among a few buyers.

Name

Resuscitation Academy

Legal name

Resuscitation Academy Foundation

Website

https://resuscitationacademy.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Resuscitation Academy is a Seattle-based nonprofit foundation that delivers workshops, self-assessment tools, and peer-mentorship programs to fire departments, EMS agencies, and 911 centers worldwide, training leaders to implement the 10 Steps framework for improving out-of-hospital cardiac arrest survival rates.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Emergency Medical Services Training

NAICS

Educational Services (611), Educational Support Services (611710), Professional and Management Development Training (61143)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

EMS Education, Training & Simulation Centers (HLAFANAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Public Safety Training Academies & Standards (Police/Fire/EMS) (BPAIAGAF), Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness Education (CPR/First Aid/Disaster Readiness) (EDAAAFAJ)

Keywords

• Cardiac arrest training
• EMS education programs
• High-performance CPR
• Resuscitation quality improvement
• Emergency medical services

Headquarters

HQ city

Seattle

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Donations and Grants: As a nonprofit foundation, Resuscitation Academy relies on donations and grants to fund operations. They receive support from organizations like American Heart Association, Laerdal Medical, Harborview Medical Center, and others. The Larry Doll Educational Fund supports EMS providers attending conferences and training.
2. Merchandise Sales: RA operates a shop selling branded merchandise including water bottles, t-shirts, polo shirts, thermal mugs, and vests. Items range from $25-$70.
3. Workshop Fees (Minimal): Most workshops in Seattle are offered free of charge thanks to sponsor support. Workshops held elsewhere may have small fees to cover expenses.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Resuscitation Academy is a nonprofit foundation that delivers training workshops, self-assessment tools, and educational resources to help EMS agencies, fire departments, and 911 centers improve out-of-hospital cardiac arrest survival rates. Its flagship offerings are the Leadership Workshop (2 days) and High-Performance CPR Workshop (4 hours), complemented by the Train-the-Trainer Workshop, the CASA self-assessment tool, downloadable toolkits, eBooks, and the RA Network online community connecting 3,000+ alumni across 700+ communities worldwide.

Product overview

Resuscitation Academy is a nonprofit foundation offering a portfolio of training workshops, assessment tools, educational resources, and online community platforms focused on improving cardiac arrest survival rates. The core offerings include the Leadership Workshop (2-day flagship program teaching the 10 steps for survival improvement), the High-Performance CPR Workshop (4-hour skills training), and the Train the Trainer Workshop (6-hour instructor certification). These workshops are complemented by the Cardiac Arrest System Self-Assessment (CASA) tool—a 30-question interactive assessment that generates detailed reports for community improvement planning. Additional offerings include the RA Network online community platform connecting 3,000+ alumni worldwide, the Lighthouse Communities mentorship program, downloadable toolkits (HP-CPR, T-CPR, CARES, Community PAD, Police Defibrillation, End of Life, Community Foundation), and free eBooks including the Ten Steps guide and Global Resuscitation Alliance reports. Through RQI Partners collaboration with American Heart Association and Laerdal Medical, the organization offers digital quality improvement programs including RQI Telecommunicator, RQI EMS Teams, and RQI Prehospital Healthcare Provider certification. The organization also supports the Larry Doll Educational Fund for EMS training scholarships.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• RA Network: An online virtual community and discussion forum for RA alumni to network, access resources, and stay updated on resuscitation science and RA news
• CASA (Cardiac Arrest System Self-Assessment)
• Lighthouse Communities
• RAMP (RA Mentorship Program)

Products and services

• Leadership Workshop Flagship 2-day in-person workshop in Seattle, WA that introduces EMS leaders to the 10 steps for improving survival from cardiac arrest, including establishing a cardiac arrest registry, telephone CPR, and high-performance CPR. Targeted at EMS medical directors, operations staff, chiefs, and quality improvement managers.
• High-Performance CPR Workshop A 4-hour workshop teaching first responders how to perform High-Performance CPR (HP-CPR), the science behind it, and key metrics including rate, depth, recoil, ventilation, and chest compression fraction.
• HP-CPR Train the Trainer Workshop A 6-hour workshop that trains individuals to conduct effective HP-CPR courses with emphasis on teaching CPR metrics, assessing performance, and providing feedback.
• Cardiac Arrest System Self-Assessment (CASA) A free interactive tool with 30 questions that produces a detailed report to help EMS communities start conversations on improving out-of-hospital cardiac arrest survival rates. Covers five key areas: Cardiac Arrest Registry, High-performance CPR, and strategies to increase early CPR and AED use.
• RQI Partners Quality Improvement Solutions Collaboration with American Heart Association and Laerdal Medical offering quality improvement solutions including Cardiac Arrest System Assessment Consultation, RQI Telecommunicator, RQI EMS Teams, and RQI Prehospital Healthcare Provider programs.
• RA Network A virtual community and discussion forum connecting approximately 3,000 RA alumni worldwide, providing access to resources, networking opportunities, and the latest resuscitation science and RA news.
• Lighthouse Communities Program A program where high-performing resuscitation communities serve as mentors and resources to others, divided into stages: Compass, Beacon, and full Lighthouse. Includes Ada County ID, Kentucky, Texas, Florida, Alaska, Washington, SC, Maryland, and Nebraska communities.
• Larry Doll Educational Fund A memorial fund supporting Seattle Fire Department, King County EMS, and broader EMS community members attending conferences and training to foster excellence and quality improvement.
• Cardiac Arrest System Assessment Tool A web-based application that guides EMS systems through 30 questions to evaluate five key elements of the chain of survival and produces a detailed report with prioritized recommendations for improvement.

Quantifiable outcome

• Communities implementing RA programs have increased survival rates by 50% or more
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• American Heart AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Partnership with American Heart Association to develop life-saving programs. The AHA is a preeminent authority in resuscitation science. Together with Laerdal Medical, they form RQI Partners which supports a new standard of care in resuscitation quality improvement.
• Laerdal MedicalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015Partnership with Laerdal Medical (leaders in simulation technology, implementation and education) to develop life-saving programs. Together with American Heart Association, they form RQI Partners.
• Global Resuscitation AlliancecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2015RA is a proud member of the Global Resuscitation Alliance, convened in 2015 at the Utstein Abbey in Norway by EMS leaders, researchers and experts to address increasing community cardiac arrest survival worldwide and achieving implementation of best practices.
• Harborview Medical CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHarborview Medical Center and University of Washington serve as RA workshop faculty and thought leaders. RA board member Dr. Mickey Eisenberg is Director of Medical Quality Improvement at King County Emergency Medicine Services and Professor at UW.
• University of WashingtoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity of Washington serves as RA workshop faculty and thought leader. Multiple board members and faculty hold positions at UW including Professor of Emergency Medicine and Department of Global Health.
• CARES (Cardiac Arrest Registry to Enhance Survival)coreTechnology or IntegrationCARES is a national cardiac arrest registry that RA leverages for benchmarking. RAMP Manager position prioritizes mentorship activities in zip codes with lowest cardiac arrest survival rates using CARES national data to identify high-need geographic areas.
• RQI PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration between American Heart Association, Laerdal Medical, and Resuscitation Academy. RQI Partners offers quality improvement solutions including Cardiac Arrest System Assessment Consultation, RQI Telecommunicator, RQI EMS Teams, and RQI Prehospital Healthcare Provider. A percentage of RQI program proceeds returns to RA.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• American Heart Association: The AHA is the dominant authority in resuscitation science (publishes CPR guidelines) and operates its own training and quality-improvement programs. It is both a core RA partner (via RQI Partners) and a broader incumbent whose mission and offerings overlap with RA's EMS training focus.
• Laerdal Medical: Global leader in simulation technology and resuscitation education, a core RA partner and co-owner of RQI Partners. Laerdal overlaps in HP-CPR training tools and curriculum, serving many of the same EMS and healthcare customers.
• American Red Cross: Large incumbent offering CPR, AED, and first-aid training to professionals and the public. Competes for training mindshare and instructor time within the EMS and lay-rescuer segments that RA also addresses.
• ZOLL Medical Corporation: Major manufacturer of defibrillators, CPR feedback devices, and EMS data solutions. Competes for EMS training budgets and provides complementary hardware/software used in HP-CPR programs that RA teaches.
• Stryker (Physio-Control): Owns the former Physio-Control (a former employer of RA board member Brooks Simpson) and is a leading supplier of AEDs and CPR assist devices to EMS agencies. Adjacent incumbent in the resuscitation equipment and training ecosystem that overlaps with RA's customer base.

Direct peers

• RQI Partners: Joint venture between AHA and Laerdal Medical, in which RA participates and from which RA receives a share of program proceeds. RQI Partners offers Telecommunicator, EMS Teams, and Prehospital quality-improvement programs that directly overlap with RA's HP-CPR and T-CPR offerings.
• Global Resuscitation Alliance: An international coalition RA co-founded in 2015 at Utstein Abbey, focused on implementing best practices to improve community cardiac arrest survival. Operates in the same mission space and shares faculty and the "10 Steps" framework with RA.
• Medic One Foundation: Seattle/King County-based foundation supporting the Medic One EMS system, a long-time RA board partner. Shares the cardiac-arrest-survival-improvement mission and many of the same clinical leaders as RA.
• HeartRescue Project: Medtronic Foundation-funded initiative to improve community cardiac arrest survival through measurement and education, with overlapping faculty (e.g., Dr. Thomas Rea) and parallel program objectives to RA.

Emerging players

• CARES (Cardiac Arrest Registry to Enhance Survival): CDC-affiliated national cardiac arrest registry that RA integrates with for benchmarking and identifying high-need geographies (RAMP). Operates as a complementary data infrastructure partner rather than a training competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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