2027 Executive Development Conference

Our annual summer conference is intended for head of department Fire Chiefs, Chief Officers, and any Fire Service professionals who currently hold or wish to pursue a career in leadership. The educational program is structured as all general sessions, bringing together executive and management level discussions as well as topics at the forefront of concern. This program aims to give participants a more expansive view of Fire Service issues and their role as leaders to influence the future of their department and the industry as a whole. Full registration to the conference includes access to various networking events and a guest pass for a spouse/partner. In an industry so close-knit and where relationships matter, this event fosters the concept of the "fire family" and encourages participants to connect and share ideas with one another so together, we can make the Fire Service better than we left it. One of the most anticipated features of the conference is the Executive Development Conference Silent Auction and Raffle, the largest annual fundraiser for the Florida Fire Chiefs’ Foundation. Proceeds from the auction and raffle directly support the foundation’s mission—funding initiatives like the Firefighter/EMT Scholarship for at-risk and economically disadvantaged candidates, educational grants for current Fire Service professionals seeking professional development, and assistance for members of the Fire Cadet Section. The Executive Development Conference is specifically leadership-geared and attended primarily by the head of department, chief officers, and those who wish to pursue a career in leadership within the Fire Service. These individuals are typically the most influential and/or are decision-makers of their respective departments. The educational component is structured as all general sessions, thus, all attendees are typically present at each of the sessions/events offered during the conference. Depending on the level of sponsorship, a designated number of your representatives may participate in social events, providing additional face-time with the attendees.