Sharp Performance is the first mental performance coaching platform for law enforcement officers and their families. Our team of former Navy Seals and Green Berets adapts cognitive performance coaching from the Special Operations community and delivers it to law enforcement agencies across America. Our brand and methods break down stigma and allow us to reach the individuals within each agency who have historically avoided available mental health and wellness options.
Our platform provides vetted high-performance coaches, offers customized mobile-based exercises adapted from proven training given to top US special operations units, and centralizes an organization’s existing wellness resources–all while maintaining users confidentiality and trust. Sharp’s goal is to act as a force-multiplier for departments existing mental health resources, to increase users’ performance in dynamic situations and ability to carry stress over time, and to reduce organizations’ stress-induced turnover.
Ready Rebound is the healthcare recovery solution for first responders. Pro athletes receive specialized, high-level orthopedic care. We believe the same expedited, quality care should be available to all of our nation’s first responders, the people who keep our communities safe, supported, and running every day.
Over 400 public safety departments and essential worker organizations have partnered with Ready Rebound to ensure their employees receive faster access to care, coordinated recovery services, and clear communication every step of the recovery process.
Chiefs building future-proof workflows value consolidating mission critical software under a single log-in, accessible anywhere on any device. Agencies using First Due report reduced risk at the time of response, decreased staff hours due to inefficient software, and lower total cost of software ownership.
At Pierce Manufacturing, fire trucks are built to live up to the demands of firefighters and the communities they serve. Behind every highly customized, carefully-designed and engineered pumper, aerial, tanker and rescue unit is a team of professionals whose mission is to build a truck, exactly how it’s ordered. To Pierce, every step of the process is personal; from innovation and expertise, to customization and service. As a single-source manufacturer with over one million square feet of state-of-the-art production space, there’s a reason you’ll find more than 30,000 Pierce trucks on the road today. Facilities are ISO-9001 certified, showing the company’s dedication to meet world-class standards for quality. Pierce is continually evolving to provide firefighters with industry-leading advancements and unmatched innovation. As a subsidiary of Oshkosh Corporation, the experienced team has access to cutting-edge technologies and revolutionary processes that have contributed to the development of custom chassis and innovations.
As the global safety science leader, with decades of dedicated experience in fire protection, UL is uniquely qualified to assist first responders and all public safety stakeholders in their work to reduce fire risks, strengthen protections, understand fire science and bring innovative fire protection equipment to market. Our fire safety testing and certification services, training offerings and expertise help us fulfill our mission of working for a safer world.
Fire-Dex is the fastest-growing manufacturer of PPE for first responders and the world’s largest Independent Service Provider (ISP) of PPE care and maintenance under its subsidiary, Gear Wash. Headquartered in Medina, Ohio, with three additional manufacturing locations in Georgia, North Carolina, and Mexico, Fire-Dex is a global company that prides itself on being a family-owned and -operated business with a mission “to serve those who serve.” For over 40 years, its dedicated team of associates has helped pave the path of innovation for new products and services that focus on the health and safety of first responders by offering turnout gear, alternative PPE, boots, hoods, gloves, helmets, and PPE rentals.
FACETS is a management consulting company comprised of public safety and governmental professionals with current experience in the management of high-performance organizations. Founded in 2006, FACETS is unique in its standing with public safety and public sector management agencies with divergent points of view on issues. FACETS has completed work for the International City/County Management Association, the International Association of Fire Chiefs, the International Association of Fire Fighters, and the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, to name a few. FACETS principals and associates have a well-earned reputation for fairness and the ability to look at issues from a number of perspectives.
Miovision enables cities to reduce traffic congestion and vehicle emissions while improving public safety through scalable intelligent transportation solutions.
Our AI-powered platform helps communities improve traffic efficiency at the intersection and make roads safer for all types of road users – drivers, emergency responders, transit riders, pedestrians and cyclists. Since 2005, Miovsion’s systems have detected over 30 billion vehicles and 1.5 billion pedestrians, assisting nearly 2,000 customers in 63 countries. For more information, visit miovision.com.
Vector Solutions delivers award-winning, real-time training, operations and workforce management solutions to the fire services, emergency medical services, risk pools, cities and municipalities, law enforcement and public works industries with its record-keeping, credentials, accident tracking, ISO training, and performance support tools. Vector Solutions is a leader in eLearning and performance support, providing award-winning SaaS solutions.
Digitech is a leading provider of advanced billing and technology services to the EMS transport industry. Our solutions maximize collections through innovative technology, time-tested processes, and true partnerships with our clients. Our proprietary technology is balanced with careful manual oversight, which allows us to be efficient while maintaining impeccable compliance.
Esri has successfully worked with thousands of agencies across the country just like yours. Our geographic information system (GIS) software and services give you the tools to provide an effective response, using information in a clear, integrated picture. First responders, chief officers, and executive staff can make better decisions faster, using actionable intelligence when and where they need it.
From deciding where to build new fire stations or emergency operations centers, to monitoring disasters and events as they happen in real-time, geospatial cloud will help you unlock the spatial component of your valuable data and see your organization’s information from a new perspective.
O’Connor CARES Solutions (OCS) is a Washington, DC based advocacy and consulting firm which specializes in the fire service, public safety, code development, communications, resiliency, labor, and energy sectors. Since its founding in 2017, OCS has represented Fortune 500 Companies, Pharmaceutics, International Labor Unions, Trade Associations, and myriad of small and mid-sized enterprises in strategic consulting, business development, coalition/relationship building and advocacy at all levels of government.
Kevin B. O’Connor, former head of the International Association of Fire Fighters’ Governmental Affairs, Strategic Initiatives, and Political Action, is the founding principal. Mr. O’Connor is a highly respected political operative with extensive connections with leaders in both political parties. He served as chair of the Congressional Fire Service Institutes Advisory Committee and is the 2010 Mason Langford honoree for lifetime achievement in the fire service. O’Connor served as a Director and/or Chair of the University of Maryland Medical Systems, Baltimore County Employees Retirement System, and the Maryland State Economic Development Commission. Since 2022, Kevin has proudly served on the Baltimore City Board of Fire Commissioners. He began his career in the Baltimore County Fire Department where he served in both line and staff positions in addition to serving concurrently as president of the Baltimore County Fire Fighters Association and the Maryland State and DC Professional Fire Fighters.
Darley provides the highest quality technology and equipment solutions to the Federal Defense community and First Responders. With its origins in Midwest manufacturing, Darley offers our nation’s heroes a complete line of unmanned systems, technology, equipment and pumps. More information is available at www.darley.com.
For over forty years, Lakeland Fire + Safety has provided quality protective solutions for the most critical applications, answering the call to protect the world’s workers, first responders, and communities.
Every Lakeland team member is joined in our pursuit of a noble mission: Protecting Your People. We’re proud to offer a platform for innovative designers, developers, and industry experts as they lead the charge to shape global worker safety.
With a robust, growing product portfolio, Lakeland Fire + Safety’s vision prioritizes the availability of high-quality PPE and simplifies the process of selecting protective apparel with proven data-backed products. At Lakeland, every part of our organization is centered around Protecting Your People.
We understand the urgent nature of worker safety, so Lakeland’s nearly 360-degree view of its supply chain consistently ensures our customers can order and receive the proper PPE for their application when they need it most.
Lakeland Fire + Safety is proud to partner with a global network of select distribution partners who help support our field sales and customer service teams in bringing PPE to the global workforce. Whether you’re looking to evaluate your current safety program, compare garments, schedule a site visit, check your order status, or learn more about the Lakeland mission, our team is ready to assist you!
Emergent specializes in fleet management and incident response solutions, offering advanced telemetry integration for fleet vehicles and incorporated data from trucks and equipment. Information feeds into Emergent’s Fleet Management Dashboards in real-time, providing a live overview for performance tracking, checklists, maintenance monitoring, and remote troubleshooting. Emergent’s Fire Tactical Board transforms incident management, connecting calls, units, equipment, and personnel, aiding Incident Commanders with live visualizations, drag-and-drop functionality, and automated incident timelines. This tool is instrumental in streamlining the decision-making process during critical incidents.
Designed with Ops and Fleet in mind, Emergent ensures ease of use and reliability, keeping your fleet up, in service, and safer while reducing the time spent on reporting by 50%. Emergent is not just another software provider; we are your partner in safeguarding your firefighters and the communities they serve.
The Compliance Engine is a simple, internet-based tool for code officials to track and drive code compliance, reduce false alarm activity and provide a safer community. It provides a secure cloud environment in which third party contractors who inspect, test and maintain fire protections systems, submit their reports via Brycer’s (The Compliance Engine) web portal directly to the AHJ. This facilitates a more efficient review, tracking and follow-up process with occupants to correct deficiencies and maintain systems. In addition to the web-based technology, our services include a team to administer hard and soft copy notifications, build your database and perform follow up calls to help increase testing and maintenance activity in each jurisdiction. The end result is a comprehensive and accurate aggregation of data around which buildings have what types of systems, when they were last tested, and if there are any open deficiencies that could jeopardize their successful deployment in the event of an incident. With The Compliance Engine, AHJs are better equipped to do more with less in their mission to drive 100% code compliance with fire and life safety laws.
Essential Personnel (EP) is a performance development, training management and safety/wellness software solution designed for the public sector. The software was designed to enable leaders to build their team, identify trends, evaluate intelligently and discover their top performers. The Safety & Wellness module enables tracking critical incidents, apparatus accidents and injuries while supporting early intervention practices.
Fitch & Associates is in its 40th year as public safety consulting firm, specializing in all fire programs, fire-based EMS, planning, and 911-communications. Fitch has served as a key industry thought leader in high quality, safe, and efficient emergency service system designs. Fitch has a high-engagement style of consulting that seeks to establish long-term relationships and get to know our client partners to ensure that we provide reasonable and implementable solutions that meet local policy and community expectations that are sustainable. Our fire practice is very integrated with industry best practices such as CFAI/CPSE and has partnered with many metro-sized fire departments. Typical services provided may include Standards of Covers, Strategic and Master Planning, Station Location Studies, Management and Operational Audits, and EMS system designs. All of our fire-based consultants have spent their careers in the fire service providing a unique understanding of the challenges for today and the future.
At Stryker Emergency Care our motto is, “Together with our customers, we are driven to make healthcare better.” We are driven to make healthcare better for our customers and your patients by providing innovative products and services that meet and exceed our customer’s expectations both clinically and operationally. At Stryker, quality is first in everything we do as demonstrated in the Fire & EMS Space with our incredibly innovative and clinically adept new Monitor/Defibrillator, the Lifepak 35. We make Lifesaving Tools for your Lifesaving Teams!!
Also, the back of the ambulance is a dangerous place for your FF/EMTs! We have worked hard to lower their risk of injury with our powered solutions….the Powerload Fastener, the Power Pro 2 cot and the powered Xpedition Stair Chair! Stryker is changing the industry with these Powered solutions as these devices lower the risk of shoulder and back injury exponentially!
We are excited to partner with the Metro Fire Chiefs this week and hope this is a fruitful week of getting together with your brethren for sharing of best practices and a little fun along the way! Come by and say hello if you get a few moments!
First Due is changing the way public safety software works as an end-to-end solution to run your entire operation in one place. You can consolidate mission critical software to a single platform across Pre-Fire Planning, GIS, Prevention, NFIRS / ePCR, Scheduling, Assets & Inventory, Response and Community Risk Reduction.
Columbia Southern University is an online university based in Orange Beach, Alabama, that strives to change and improve lives through higher education by enabling students to maximize their professional and personal potential.
CSU offers online degree programs at the associate, bachelor, master, doctorate or certificate levels in a multitude of areas such as fire administration, ems administration, public administration, emergency management, occupational safety and health, and more. CSU also features undergraduate and graduate certificate programs to provide focused training in specialized areas for adult learners.
Emergency Technical Decon (ETD) is a full-service National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1851 verified ISP providing service to fire departments for advanced cleaning, inspection, and repair of firefighter turnout gear utilizing liquid CO2+ for complete decontamination. ETD also offers its state-of-the-art liquid CO2+ machines for rental or purchase to fire departments. For more information, visit www.etdecon.com
Since 1976, ESCI’s strength has been its commitment to customer satisfaction, innovation, and quality services. We are a vision-driven organization that is growing and changing to meet the dynamic challenges and opportunities for public safety services worldwide. ESCI approaches its mission in a manner that results in scalable, sustainable, and defensible solutions for all types and sizes of public safety organizations. Our formula is simple. We utilize the best and brightest consultants, professionals, strategic partners, and subject matter experts. These amazing men and women provide validated and proven analysis of current and future conditions, compare findings against industry best practices and community standards and provide innovative, sustainable, and customized solutions for the future. We take the time to develop meaningful relationships with our clients and partners, provide recognition of the essential and vital work of public safety agencies, and demonstrate unwavering respect for the men and women providing public safety services worldwide. ESCI is thinking differently about public safety consulting to help change the world, one community at a time. I encourage you to read through this prospectus and learn all we offer. We’d love to work with you and your community.
The International Fire Service Training Association is an organization of fire service personnel dedicated to upgrading firefighting techniques and safety through training. In partnership with Fire Protection Publications, our mission is to identify areas of need for training materials and foster the development and validation of training materials for the fire service and related areas. Since 1934, IFSTA has been the worldwide leader of the fire service in developing fire and emergency responder training materials.
IFSTA content is validated by firefighters, for firefighters. Current and retired fire service professionals serve as subject matter experts on IFSTA validation committees and work alongside writers and FPP staff to produce technically accurate and visually appealing publications that meet their respective standards.
Between our hard-copy manuals, eBooks, apps, interactive courses, curriculum, exam prep, ResourceOne, workbooks and more, firefighter training has never been more customizable than with IFSTA-FPP products.
IFSTA content is validated by firefighters, for firefighters. Current and retired fire service professionals serve as subject matter experts on IFSTA validation committees and work alongside writers and FPP staff to produce technically accurate and visually appealing publications that meet their respective standards.
Between our hard-copy manuals, eBooks, apps, interactive courses, curriculum, exam prep, ResourceOne, workbooks and more, firefighter training has never been more customizable than with IFSTA-FPP products.
ImageTrend’s comprehensive fire solution seamlessly integrates NFIRS and EMS data reports, inspection data, response plans and more into a singular Web-based platform. User-friendly reporting and data management capabilities reduce time spent entering data and provide for complete and accurate fire reporting. We work with you to create the right solution – your solution – built on industry-adopted standards. ImageTrend’s complete suite of solutions help emergency professionals collect and analyze key data, and connects health data for multiple disciplines, including EMS, hospitals and revenue recovery, to provide fully integrated patient care. ImageTrend is the solution trusted nationwide.
As the leading global producer of protective fabrics, TenCate Protective Fabrics enables millions of people worldwide to be great at what they do. Generations of industry professionals throughout fire, industrial safety, healthcare, military, and police rely on our fabrics for safety, comfort, and confidence.
From structural fires to road accidents, our outer shells and thermal liners help protect firefighters from a variety of hazards in and around the fire ground. Designed for comfort, protection, and confidence, our innovative fabrics are trusted by modern firefighters around the globe.
FireStationFurniture.com is a firefighter-owned and operated company proudly supplying quality furniture, recliners and mattresses to fire stations and emergency service facilities across the country.
Whelen has provided powerful lighting solutions and sirens to fire apparatus builds for over 65 years. New and innovative control systems are now a possibility for apparatus builds adding to first responder safety and connectivity.
Turtle Plastics is a global leader in providing innovative environmental, health and safety stabilization products made from 100% recycled plastic in the USA. We create smart, life-saving safety solutions such as our Dura Crib brand of load rated and engineered blocks, chocks and pads used as rescue cribbing and during technical rescue in auto extrication. This year we have launched three new cribbing blocks sizes to provide versatility. Our Turtle Tile brand of 12”x12” tiles are used in the fire industry as compartment matting for apparatus or in-station flooring. All our products can be easily washed and decontaminated.
For over forty years, we are proud to be a trusted safety resource for customers ranging from FORTUNE 500 companies to fire departments in large cities and small rural communities. We collaborate closely with our customers to develop solutions tailored to their challenges and safety needs.
We look forward to helping you stay safe.
Verisk/ISO Community Hazard Mitigation works to foster an active relationship with fire departments, building departments, water suppliers, and communities. Your participation in our Verisk/ISO-Public Protection Classification (PPC™) program is critical in attaining our shared goal: safer communities. To learn more, go to www.isomitigation.com. PPC is an evaluation program that provides important information on the quality of public fire protection in nearly 38,000 fire protection areas across the United States. We analyze fire departments, water supply systems, emergency communications, and community risk reduction efforts and assign a PPC grade from 1 (superior property fire protection) to 10 (does not meet ISO’s minimum criteria).
Verisk/ISO is a longstanding proud sponsor of Metro Chiefs!
PURVIS is a technology solutions partner that develops, implements, and maintains mission-critical solutions for federal and local governments. Partnering with PURVIS means peace of mind so you can focus on protecting life, safety, and property.
The PURVIS Fire Station Alerting System (FSAS)® is an IP-based automated voice dispatch and station alerting solution designed to automate the process of alerting fire and rescue personnel, enhance communications, and decrease response times. The PURVIS FSAS integrates seamlessly with CAD systems to automatically and immediately deliver incident details in a way that is tailored to the needs of fire and rescue personnel.
When firefighters respond to an emergency, they rely on their turnout gear – comprised of an outer shell, moisture barrier, and thermal liner – to provide protection that doesn’t compromise their physical performance. GORE-TEX CROSSTECH® moisture barriers are the most breathable in a broad range of conditions to help manage the invisible heat stress threat, while ensuring long-lasting durability and superior protection against emergency scene hazards.
Automatic and vehicle-mounted, Ward Diesel NO SMOKE Systems offer exhaust protection on scene, in the station – everywhere you need it. Our NO SMOKE 2 System is specifically designed for units built after 2007, including vehicles with DEF, that emit higher levels of harmful gases. The system is constantly filtering harmful exhaust from the environment inside the fire station at cold starts, and while idling on scene. The original NO SMOKE System, designed for apparatus with pre-2007 compliant engines, offers automatic, hands-free operation when exiting or returning to station. A manual override switch allows the system to be activated on-scene. NO SMOKE Gas is designed to oxidize and reduce emissions from gasoline powered engines
Teledyne FLIR designs, manufactures, markets, and distributes technologies that enhance perception and awareness. Our products help first responders and military personnel protect and save lives, promote efficiency within the trades, and innovate technologies. Teledyne FLIR strives to strengthen public safety and well-being, increase time efficiency, and contribute to healthy communities.
At Res-Q-Jack®, we take vehicle stabilization to the next level by offering the most versatile vehicle stabilization and lifting struts on the market. We offer struts ranging from light-duty to heavy-duty, both pin-operated and pin-free, each with a 2:1 safety factor. No matter your needs or your budget, Res-Q-Jack® makes sure you have the right tool for the job. And with free training with every kit purchase, we make sure you get the most from our tools.”
F.I.E.R.O. (Fire Industry Education and Resource Organization) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, organization operating under the guidance of an all-volunteer Board of Directors comprised of members with a rich fire service history. F.I.E.R.O. exists to improve firefighter health and safety and accomplishes this through educational conferences and workshops and participation on research projects. It is best known for its Annual Fire Station Design Conference, which it pioneered in 2000, and its annual PPE Symposium. Both events are highly acclaimed for professional presentations and being well-run events. No department should start to plan a new fire station or major renovation without “knowing what to know” as the complexities are growing each year. The F.I.E.R.O. Station Symposium provides that information. In fact, it is where architects come to learn. The world of PPE is ever-changing and the PPE Symposium provides unbiased information from researchers and the fire service. No vendor infomercials are allowed.
Tesla is committed to helping fire departments and first responders safely handle emergency situations involving all Tesla products. Visit www.tesla.com/firstresponders for more information.
The Center for Public Safety Excellence is committed to leading the fire and emergency service to excellence through the continuous quality improvement process of accreditation, credentialing, and education. Agency Accreditation is a process of organizational evaluation to determine if a fire and emergency service agency is meeting the needs of the community. Professional Credentialing recognizes career excellence in fire and emergency service and offers strategies for continuous personal improvement. CPSE’s Technical Advisor Program offers agencies expert resources in project management and technical support as they work towards accreditation. Our expert-led seminars provide the tools for continuous improvement and are available in person and via web. Our annual Excellence Conference offers educational and networking opportunities for accreditation and credentialing.