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With 39 years of experience in the public safety industry, George Maris has built a career grounded in innovation, service, and leadership. He joined Dana Safety Supply in 2012 and now oversees all California operations as Regional General Manager. Prior to his career in the private sector, George served 14 years as a Deputy Sheriff, giving him a deep, personal understanding of the law enforcement community he continues to serve. George is also a recognized innovator—he was awarded a U.S. patent for developing one of the first vehicle wiring harness tables that replicated the precise layout of various makes and models. His invention dramatically improved installation times and quality for large-scale upfitting contracts by reducing wire waste and ensuring consistent, reliable connections. What continues to drive him is the enduring leadership and vision of Dana Safety Supply’s senior team—something he credits with keeping him focused, energized, and committed to excellence for his team and customers. When not at work, George enjoys spending time with family, golfing, and trail riding on four-wheelers and side-by-sides. While he has a love for woodworking, he admits it’s been a while since he last picked up a chisel.

Gerard Smith—known to most as simply “G”—joined Dana Safety Supply in March 2025 as the Operations Manager for our Rancho Cucamonga location. A 21-year veteran of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (1994–2015), Gerard transitioned into public safety vehicle upfitting in 2024, bringing both law enforcement insight and operational leadership to the private sector. Gerard is passionate about staying connected to the law enforcement community and takes pride in equipping frontline officers with the tools they need to stay safe. He sees his current role as an extension of service, ensuring the shop runs efficiently and supports agencies throughout Southern California. What energizes him most is the incredible potential for growth in SoCal and the support he’s received from leaders like George, David, and Wanda as the Rancho location ramps up. He’s also quick to credit the sales team for their nonstop drive in establishing a strong presence in the region. Outside of work, Gerard has been happily married to his wife Shawns for 31 years. They have three children—Kelsi, Hunter, and Rylee—and are also raising their nephew Conrad. Together, they enjoy time on the water in Lake Havasu or anywhere the sun shines on a shoreline. Gerard is an avid cyclist, whether it’s road, mountain, cruiser, or even BMX—anything to clear his mind. He’s also a die-hard LA Kings fan and supports most LA teams… with the notable exception of waiting for the Lakers to move on from “LaBron.”

Chris Degioanni has served as Dana Safety Supply’s Regional Sales Manager for California since 2019. With a background in the automotive and racing industries, Chris brought his technical know-how and business acumen to a more stable field—one where he quickly discovered the profound impact DSS has on public safety professionals and the communities they serve. Though he entered the field without prior public safety experience, Chris’s passion grew as he realized the difference the right equipment can make. He thrives on the challenge of expanding DSS into new markets and has built a strong, like-minded team focused on service and growth. Outside of work, Chris and his wife stay busy raising two young daughters. A lifelong automotive racing enthusiast, these days he mostly chases after the kids—and finds time to hit the slopes with the whole family for some skiing adventures.