Catonka Investments Partners with EaseAlert to Advance Firefighter Safety & Performance
Blake Richardson (left) with Stefan Truthän (right) in Indianapolis for the 2025 FDIC International Conference.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 9, 2025 – Berlin, Germany / Tampa Bay, FL
Catonka Investment, founded by Stefan Truthän, proudly announces a strategic partnership with EaseAlert, a Tampa Bay-based innovator in firefighter alerting systems. This collaboration aims to revolutionize the future of firefighting and public safety by accelerating the development and deployment of heart-smart alerting technology, designed to make the alerting process faster, safer, and more efficient for firefighters worldwide.
EaseAlert, a Kortek Solution, has already delivered over 150,000 alerts to firefighters across the United States, proving its capability to enhance response times and reduce stress on first responders (www.easealert.com). With Catonka Investment bringing capital insights and a robust network of industry connections, this partnership will fuel EaseAlert’s growth, empowering its team of subject matter experts to push the boundaries of life-saving technology.
Stefan Truthän, CEO of Catonka Investment.
“EaseAlert represents the future of mission-critical communications,” said Stefan Truthän, Managing Director of Catonka Investment. “Their expertise in heart-smart alerting is leading the charge as the fire service moves toward smarter, safer solutions. With EaseAlert, we’re not just improving response times—we’re protecting the hearts and lives of firefighters who protect us.”
EaseAlert’s system prioritizes speed and safety, addressing the critical needs of fire service professionals by streamlining communication during emergencies. This partnership will amplify those efforts, integrating Catonka’s strategic resources to expand EaseAlert’s reach and refine its technology for the challenges of tomorrow.
Blake Richardson, Co-founder & CEO of EaseAlert, a Kortek Solution.
“Stefan’s experience with the fire service and his strategic vision for the future of the fire service expedites EaseAlert’s path to improving the way people are alerted of calls to action,” said Blake Richardson, CEO of EaseAlert (Kortek Solution). “His unique blend of operational insights and industry connections opens doors, allowing us to bring our heart-smart alerting technology to firefighters worldwide.”
The collaboration kicks off at the Fire Department Instructors Conference (FDIC) in Indianapolis, IN, beginning April 9, 2025. Attendees—including fire service innovators, professionals, policymakers, and community stakeholders—can expect to see firsthand how this partnership is shaping the future of firefighting technology.
About Catonka Investment
Based in Berlin, Germany, Catonka Investment, led by Stefan Truthän, specializes in providing capital and strategic connections to fuel growth in high-impact sectors. With a focus on innovation and societal benefit, Catonka is committed to advancing technologies that enhance safety and efficiency. Learn more at https://www.catonka-investment.de/.
About EaseAlert (A Kortek Solution)
Headquartered in Tampa Bay, FL, EaseAlert, a Kortek Solution, is a pioneering leader in firefighter alerting systems. It introduced the first wireless and tactile alerting system in the fire service and the first wearable alerting device for firefighters, setting new standards for speed, safety, and innovation in emergency response. Visit www.easealert.com for more information.