Good morning,

 

Attached please find a Trade Show Ticket Document for you to distribute via email, hand delivery at meetings or by any means you see fit.  We are working to increase our attendance at the FREE Vendor Trade Show at the Conference.  Yes, don't forget, the Vendor Trade Show is FREE.  Have the individual complete and bring their ticket to place in a raffle drum at the conference.

 

Start distributing now as we only have a few days left until conference!!!!!

 

And in case you forgot:

 

PLEASE DISTRIBUTE THIS REMINDER!!!!!

THERE ARE STILL PLENTY OF SEATS AVAILABLE FOR THE PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS!!!!

 

ADVANCED REGISTRATION ENDS JUNE 27 AND PRICES WILL GO UP $20, SO GET REGISTERED TODAY!!!!

 

IF YOU NEED A ROOM PLEASE LET ME KNOW AND I WILL FORWARD YOUR NAME AS THERE ARE STILL A FEW AVAILABLE BUT ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVE BASIS!!!!!

 

Ohio Fire & Rescue Officer Development Conference

by the Ohio Fire Chiefs' Association

 

Registration is now open for the 2017 annual conference! Mark your calendars and plan to join us for the 2017 Ohio Fire & Rescue Officer Development Conference, July 13-17, 2017, at the Columbus Hilton at Easton. The theme for this year's conference is Leading Tomorrow's Leaders Today.

 

The always popular and educational conference draws 500+ attendees and company representatives showcasing 100+ vendors annually.

 

Below is preliminary information regarding registration, hotel accommodations, scholarship opportunity, annual golf outing and vendor show.

 

Watch in the coming weeks for the tentative schedule, along with separate registrations for pre-conference classes.

 

Registration

 

You can register for conference by downloading a registration form or online:

 

DOWNLOAD

2017 Conference Registration Form<http://www.ohiofirechiefs.com/aws/OFCA/asset_manager/get_file/147880?ver=2145>

 

ONLINE

<http://www.ohiofirechiefs.com/aws/OFCA/help/page_template/directives>For secure online registration, REGISTER TODAY!<https://www.tcslabs2.com/cgi-bin/PRIMA/tcsPRIMA2.pl?Action=DisplayRegForm_Step1&EventID=322&RegNo=1&StartNewReg=1&UID=OFCA,632207>

 

Hotel Accommodations

 

Below is the Hotel Group Information in order to book your room for this year's conference.

 

Hilton Columbus at Easton

3900 Chagrin Drive

Columbus, OH 43219

614.414.5000

 

Group Name:  Ohio Fire Rescue Officer Development Conference

Group Code:  OFO

 

To make your reservation, Click here!<http://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/C/CMHCHHF-OFO-20170708/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG>

 

Pre-Conference/Conference All-Day Workshops

 

In addition to the shorter blocks of education sessions offered throughout the 5-day conference, there will be 3 all-day workshops offered as well. These workshops require a separate registration form and fee. For more information and registration forms for these workshops, click on the links below:

 

Building an MIH-Community Paramedic Program Workshop<http://www.ohiofirechiefs.com/aws/OFCA/pt/sd/calendar/49972/_parent/layout_details/false>

Fire Safety Inspector Continuing Education Course<http://www.ohiofirechiefs.com/aws/OFCA/pt/sd/calendar/49971/_parent/layout_details/false>

ISO Public Protection Classification and Using Alternative Water Classifications<http://www.ohiofirechiefs.com/aws/OFCA/pt/sd/calendar/49790/_parent/layout_details/false>

 

Scholarship

 

The Ohio Fire Chiefs’ Association is again offering a scholarship opportunity to its members to attend the 2017 Ohio Fire & Rescue Officer Development Conference at The Columbus Hilton at Easton, July 13-17, 2017. This scholarship will cover a 4-night stay at the Hilton AND a full conference registration for you and a guest. Annually, over 500 attendees participate in the educational sessions, networking, exhibits and social activities presented by the association.

 

Application deadline is May 1, 2017.

 

For more information, click...2017 Conference Scholarship Application<http://www.ohiofirechiefs.com/aws/OFCA/asset_manager/get_file/147881?ver=1645>

 

Golf Outing

 

The annual golf outing will be held at the New Albany Links Golf Club in New Albany, Ohio on Thursday, July 13th with an 8:00 a.m. shotgun start. Cost per person is $75.00 and includes golf, cart and lunch. Corporate hole sponsorships are available for $125. To register, click...2017 Golf Outing Registration Form<http://www.ohiofirechiefs.com/aws/OFCA/asset_manager/get_file/147883?ver=1638>

 

Saturday Night Entertainment

 

Join us for dinner and a show as the Ohio Fire Chiefs’ Association presents Tom Watt – The Buffetman & The Fruitcakes! Tom Watt, known to his loyal following as “The Buffettman,” has been entertaining his audiences around the U.S. and Canada, Caribbean Islands and the Bahamas for more than 16 years.

Read more...Calling All Parrotheads<http://www.ohiofirechiefs.com/aws/OFCA/asset_manager/get_file/150832?ver=633>

 

Wine and Canvas Painting Class

 

This class is being offered on Sunday afternoon as part of the Partners Program. While you're in class, your conference partner can try their hand at painting. No real talent or experience necessary! Attendees will be given step-by-step instructions on how to complete their very own work of art. Read more...Wine and Canvas Painting Class<http://www.ohiofirechiefs.com/aws/OFCA/asset_manager/get_file/150996?ver=573>

 

Vendors

 

We look forward to seeing you for another stellar trade show in 2017. This is the perfect opportunity for you to get your goods and services in front of those who make the buying decisions in their departments. All the information you need to register for this year's show can be found here. To access the 2017 Vendor Packet, please Click Here<http://www.ohiofirechiefs.com/aws/OFCA/asset_manager/get_file/145973?ver=3262>.

 

 

 

Jonathan M. Westendorf

Division of Fire & EMS Chief

 

Direct  937.743.1601
Web  www.FranklinOhio.org

 

“When your team is winning, be ready to be tough, because winning can make you soft. On the other hand, when your team is losing, stick by them. Keep believing”

      - Bo Schembechler