Hamvention Spotlight: Emergency Preparedness Led PrepHam Paul to Amateur Radios and a Rising Voice in the Field

PrepHam Paul (K5VLP) celebrated his first visit to Dayton Hamvention by marking a major channel milestone. He hosted a giveaway of the  IC-2370B mobile radio from Icom to thank viewers for helping him reach 10,000 subscribers. His passion for emergency preparedness, rooted in his experience as an Eagle Scout and later studies in emergency management, led him to amateur radios as a vital tool for reliable communication. He now actively supports events such as Winter Field Day and Texas State Parks on the Air.

Paul praised ICOM radios for their performance across HF, VHF, and UHF, and for the brand’s support of smaller creators. He continues to engage the preparedness and ham radio communities through his weekly livestreams and open-format “Ragchew Crew” sessions.

Paul (K5VLP) is a content creator and emergency communication advocate who uses amateur radios to promote real-world readiness. His channel, PrepHam Paul, blends technical insight with practical strategies for building personal and community resilience. He fosters a welcoming environment for radio operators of all levels through live discussions, gear reviews, and preparedness-focused education.