Fully Involved: February 21, 2023

GSFA • February 21, 2023
Fully Involved: February 21, 2023
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NVFC TRAINING SUMMIT

NVFC TRAINING SUMMIT

Expanded event combines the NVFC’s two signature conferences, the Health & Safety Training Summit and the R&R Experience

 

EVENT OVERVIEW

WHEN: Friday, June 23 – Saturday, June 24, 2023

 

WHERE: Sheraton Oklahoma City Downtown Hotel | Oklahoma City, OK

 

PURPOSE: This event will provide an opportunity to participate in valuable classroom training and share ideas and best practices with emergency responders from across the U.S. Attendees will have their choice of breakout sessions to attend, with sessions addressing key topics in first responder health, safety, recruitment, and retention. The event will also feature keynote speakers, general sessions, networking events, and a vendor expo. This expanded Training Summit incorporates the NVFC’s Recruitment & Retention Experience, previously offered as a separate event, to allow more first responders the opportunity to take advantage of courses on a variety of topics. The Summit is an excellent value! View an investment vs. value breakdown here.

 

NETWORKING EXPO: The NVFC Training Summit features an evening networking social with vendor expo on Friday, June 23 – a chance to relax and connect with your colleagues. The social includes refreshments and a mini-expo. Families are welcome. Sponsorships are available!

 

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: The conference is open to all volunteer firefighters, EMS providers, department leadership, and other fire department personnel from across the United States.

 

AGENDAView the draft agenda. (Updated Jan. 31, 2023)

 

REGISTER: The Summit registration fee of $129 covers two full days of training from nationally-known instructors, networking lunches, breaks, and a networking event. Space is limited – click here to register now. 

  • New! Bringing a family member or other guest? There is now a guest registration option, which covers all breaks and meals over the two day conference for $29. Is your guest just attending the Networking Expo? No charge – please just use the link to register so that we can save a seat for your guest!
  • Attendee cancellation policy: Registration fees are fully refundable until June 1. From June 2-20, half of the fee will be refunded. No refunds after June 21.
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