Mid-Winter Conference & Expo 2026
Organized by North Carolina Association of Fire Chiefs
The annual Mid-Winter Conference & Expo, organized by the NC Association of Fire Chiefs, features educational sessions, networking events, and an expo.
- Dates
- May 12-15, 2026
- Location
- Concord, NC
- Deadline
- Apr 24, 2026
- Attendees
- 2,000
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About this conference
The annual Mid-Winter Conference & Expo, organized by the NC Association of Fire Chiefs, features educational sessions, networking events, and an expo. The conference will be held at a newly renovated venue and includes opportunities for the IAFC/CSU Officer Development Program (ODP) certification. Educational topics range from firefighter sleep and operational culture to emergency management, with keynotes from Dr. Joel Billings and Battalion Chief Lauran Franklin. The event also includes an awards banquet and various ancillary activities like a golf tournament.
Sponsorship options
Available sponsorship tiers include Platinum ($5,000), Gold ($2,500), and Silver ($1,000). Event sponsorships are available for Exhibit Hall Breaks ($500 Each) and Keynote Sponsorships ($5,000 Each). Marketing and advertising opportunities include Golf Hole Sponsorships ($150 Each), Hotel Key Card Branding ($2,500), Spotlight Email ($1,000 Each), Attendee Tote Bag Item ($75 Each), Spotlight Social Media Post ($500 Each), and Attendee Tote Bag Flyer ($50 Each). The NCAFC Awards Banquet, Conference Registration Desk Wrap, Attendee Tote Bag Sponsorship, Attendee Badge Sponsorship, and Exhibit Hall Space are currently sold out.
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