Fire Chiefs Forum

Thursday, March 4
8:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Lunch Included

Developed In Cooperation With:
Bruce  Varner, Fire Chief, Santa Rosa, CA FD
Marc Revere, Fire Chief, Novato, CA FD

Facilitated By:
Alan Brunacini, Fire Chief (ret.) Phoenix, AZ FD

Presenting:
Eric Nickel, Deputy Fire Chief, Novato Fire Protection District, CA

Invited:
Dwane N. Milnes, DPA, Citygate Associates
Mr. Milnes has served as city manager in three California cities for over 22 years. He recently retired as city manager of Stockton after serving for over 9 years. He also served as city manager for more than 6 years each in Yuba City and Merced. During his public service career, Mr. Milnes has also worked in Burbank and Santa Cruz.

The Fire Chiefs Forum is a one-day interactive program for chiefs from around the country to participate in fast-paced and lively discussions addressing today’s most relevant topics. The seven hours will be moderated by the best in the fire industry and is a MUST ATTEND for fire chiefs who are looking to learn from the experience and knowledge of other chiefs.

The program will include scenario problem solving and networking in addition to:

  • Today’s Economy
    • What survival skills does the fire chief need?
    • What has worked for others?
  • Fire Department Marketing and Communications
     In good times and bad, it is clear that fire agencies need to justify their importance to the community. Revere and Nickel discuss:
    • What is the most effective way of marketing and communicating your organization’s excellence?
    • How can you use best business practices to create a comprehensive community focused marketing program? Learn how to use traditional and cutting edge marketing technologies to position your fire department for success.
  • Managing in Tough Times
     The City Manager’s expectations and the Fire Chief’s perspective

ALL CHIEFS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND!

Class size is limited and sold out last year.

Register NOW!