Brotherhood Designs Corporation

08/07/2026

**Some stories deserve their moment—even if we're a little late.**

As we've shared over the past couple of weeks, July was one of the busiest months in Brotherhood Designs Corporation 's history. Between Heroes & Healing, honoring Hero Families, and continuing our mission on a special Brotherhood trip to Pennsylvania, we're catching up on a few anniversary stories that deserve to be remembered.

Today we're reflecting on **Flag #75**.

Two years ago, we had the privilege of hanging this Squad Series flag in **Kathy Duffin's** home. While it began as Shaun Duffin's second Squad Series flag, it quickly became something even more meaningful—a piece he gifted to his mother and now represents family, pride, and the relationships that continue long after a flag leaves our shop.

One of the things we've learned over the years is that our flags don't truly belong to us. They become part of a family's home, their conversations, their memories, and the legacy they continue to build together.

Kathy has always reminded us that encouragement is one of the greatest gifts we can give another person. Whether through a kind word, a thoughtful conversation, or simply cheering others on, those quiet acts of support often have a bigger impact than we'll ever know.

That's exactly what Brotherhood Designs hopes our work can do.

To Kathy—and to the entire Duffin family—thank you for being part of our story and for allowing us to become a small part of yours.

We hope Flag #75 continues to serve as a reminder that legacy isn't just built through extraordinary moments. It's built through the people we love, the homes we create, and the encouragement we give to others every day.

"Every Hose Has a Story!" Some stories begin with service. Others continue through family.

❤️🇺🇸

08/03/2026

Some stories deserve to be told—even if we're a little late.

July was one of the busiest and most meaningful months in Brotherhood Designs Corporation's history. Between preparing for Heroes & Healing, honoring Hero Families, and continuing our mission on a special Brotherhood trip to Pennsylvania for Corey’s Cruise , we're catching up on a few anniversary posts that deserve their own moment.

Today, we're reflecting on **Flag #109**.

One year ago, Ashley Werner quietly reached out to us with a simple hope—to surprise her husband, Lieutenant Matthew Werner of the JasperGov - Indiana (Jasper Fire Department), with something that truly reflected a lifetime of service.

Matthew never asked for recognition.

In fact, the idea began after he happened to see one of our retired fire hose flags online and simply said to Ashley, *"How cool would that be to have one with my badge number?"*

Ashley knew there was much more to the story.

She told us about a man who spent **20 years as a firefighter**, while also serving as a journeyman lineman—answering calls in the middle of the night, restoring power after devastating storms, volunteering for disaster relief, and quietly putting others before himself. She described a husband, father, and servant who had spent his entire life living the creed:

"You are your brother's keeper."

Those words define both the fire service and the brotherhood of linemen.

When we presented **Flag #109**, we believed we were honoring a remarkable career.

Months later, Matthew sent us a message that reminded us why BDC exists.

He shared that every time he looks at Flag #109 hanging in his family's sunroom, he feels **both pride and humility**. He told us that after twenty years of service, he never thought much about what he'd done until his family helped him realize that his career had mattered—not because of awards or recognition, but because of the lives he touched.

That is exactly why we tell these stories.

Legacy isn't measured by medals.

It isn't measured by headlines.

It's measured by the people whose lives are made better because someone quietly chose to serve.

Ashley...

Thank you for allowing us to become a small part of your family's story.

Lt. Werner...

Thank you for twenty years of answering the call—whether it was wearing a fire helmet or climbing a utility pole after a storm.

You remind all of us that some of the greatest heroes are the ones who never seek the spotlight.

We're proud to call you part of the Brotherhood Designs family.

"Every Hose Has a Story!" Yours is one of service, humility, and legacy.

07/30/2026

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07/30/2026

Some stories are worth telling—even if we're a couple weeks late.

July has been one of the busiest and most meaningful months in Brotherhood Designs Corporation's history. Between preparing for the inaugural Heroes & Healing Music Festival, honoring Hero Families, and continuing our mission during a special Brotherhood trip to Pennsylvania, we're catching up on a few anniversary posts that simply deserve their moment.

Today we're celebrating **Flag #80**, delivered to Youarecurrent on **July 15, 2024**.

Two years ago, what started as a creative conversation with **Ben Weir** became one of the defining moments in the evolution of Brotherhood Designs. We were challenged to do something we'd never attempted before—preserve significant moments from Current Publishing's history by printing them directly onto retired fire hose.

That single project pushed us beyond our comfort zone.

The techniques we developed while creating Flag #80 became the foundation for future legacy pieces, including some of our most meaningful memorial flags and national showcase projects. Sometimes one idea changes everything.

Over the past two years, Current Publishing has continued to be more than a recipient of one of our flags—they've become a valued community partner who believes that local stories matter.

We also want to extend a sincere thank you to **Jessica Todd** and the entire Current Publishing team for helping share the story of our inaugural **Heroes & Healing Music Festival** this July. Your coverage helped introduce our mission to countless people throughout Hamilton County and reminded us why strong community journalism matters.

To Ben, Jessica, and everyone at Current Publishing—thank you for believing in our mission, for telling stories that strengthen our communities, and for helping preserve the legacies of those who serve others.

Here's to the next chapter.

"Every Hose Has a Story!"

07/24/2026

Brotherhood Designs Corporation is headed eastbound today! 🇺🇸

Rob and Scott are honored to be traveling to Butler, Pennsylvania, for the 2nd Annual Corey’s Cruise as we join so many others in celebrating the incredible life of service that Corey Comperatore gave to his family, his community, and the fire service.

The Comperatore family was the very first 1st responder family Brotherhood Designs Corporation was able to support after transitioning from an LLC to a 501(c)(3) nonprofit just over a year and a half ago. Since then, what began as an opportunity to serve has grown into something much more meaningful. We are incredibly grateful for the friendships we’ve built and are honored to call the Comperatore family our own!

Just last week, Helen traveled to Noblesville, Indiana, to speak at our Heroes & Healing Music Festival, sharing her powerful story while supporting our mission. This weekend, we’re proud to return that support by standing alongside Helen, her family, and everyone who has worked tirelessly to make Corey’s Cruise such a special event.

After spending the past six months planning our own inaugural festival, we have an even greater appreciation for the countless hours, sacrifices, and dedication that go into organizing an event of this magnitude. We know firsthand the blood, sweat, and tears that have gone into making Corey’s Cruise a success over the past two years.

We’re proud to continue supporting the Comperatore family and their mission to ensure Corey’s legacy of courage, selflessness, and service continues to inspire others for generations to come.

We’ll see you soon, Butler. ❤️🇺🇸

07/23/2026

It’s hard to believe we are already one week removed from the inaugural Heroes & Healing Music Festival! 🇺🇸🎶

We cannot thank everyone enough who came out and supported Brotherhood Designs Corporation, our musicians, speakers, food vendors, sponsors, volunteers, first responders, veterans and adaptive athletes.

The extreme heat certainly made the day challenging, but you showed up, stayed with us and helped make our first festival a night we will never forget. Your patience, encouragement and support meant more than we can express.

We learned a great deal from our inaugural event, and we are already looking ahead to making next year’s festival even better—including moving the event to the weekend and in the fall for cooler temperatures and a more comfortable experience for everyone!

Thank you for believing in our mission, braving the heat and helping us celebrate service, sacrifice, healing and community.
This was only the beginning. We cannot wait to see you again next year! 🇺🇸

07/22/2026

We were honored to be part of the Heroes & Healing Music Festival last week, supporting the incredible mission of Brotherhood Designs.

This event brought together first responders, veterans, their families, and the community to celebrate service, resilience, and sacrifice while raising support for the families of fallen and critically injured heroes.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth and to those who dedicate their lives to protecting and serving others. We’re proud to support organizations that preserve the legacy of those who make our communities stronger every day.

07/18/2026

As our team is recovering from the heat and a very long, emotional day from Thursday’s inaugural Heroes & Healing Music Festival, our President of the company Rob M Demlow is spending his Saturday practicing for the Fire VS Police sled hockey match this evening, supporting RHI Sports Program.

Rob has been around hockey for close to 20 years as both of his sons played hockey since the were little, now grown and into their 20’s……but they’ve never done anything like this! There are coaches from Team USA Sled Hockey attempting to teach them their adaptive sport.

In the pics are Rob and Fishers Fire Department Battalion Chief Brandon Anderson, who happens to be the first above the knee amputee in North America to return to full duty after losing a limb.

Congrats to Team USA Sled Hockey team earlier this year for winning gold after beating Canada in the Paralympics, give USA a clean sweep of Canada in this year’s Olympic Games!

If you’re looking for something fun this evening and to support a great cause, the inaugural Fire VS Police sled hockey match is set for tonight at 6:30pm in Fishers at The Fuel Tank. Free of charge for anyone wanting to go. Show up and support your first responders!