NextGen Fire Rescue Tech Summit

The NextGen Fire Rescue Tech Summit at FDIC International will provide a platform for critical discussion, idea exchange, and actionable insights to enhance firefighting operations and see firsthand technology implementation in live training scenarios. This one-day summit is available as an add on or individual registration ticket and will take place on Wednesday, April 9 from 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM EST.

Critical Areas of Focus:

Connectivity Solutions
Robotics, Drones, and Autonomous Systems
Wearables, Tracking, and Biometrics
Common Operating Platforms (COP)
New Technology Adoption

Attendee registration is required and available through FDIC’s registration page.

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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9

7:30 AM - 8:00 AM | Breakfast - 500 Ballroom, Indiana Convention Center

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM | NextGen Technology Morning Sessions

Near Real-Time 2-Way Data Exchange is Coming to the Fire Service with NERIS: Tom Jenkins, UL FSRI
AI in the Fire Service: Hype, Reality, and the Road Ahead; Chad Crouse, Division Chief of Community Risk Reduction at Saint Lucie County Fire District; Scott Roseberry, Battalion Chief at Garland Fire Department
The Connected Fire Service: How Next-Gen Tech is Transforming Public Safety in Smart Cities like Berlin? Stefan Truthan - Office of Strategic Transformation, Berlin Fire and Rescue Services, Germany
Every Fire Department Needs a Common Operating Picture: Kevin Fetterman, OCFA
Are we truly ready to integrate drones effectively, or are we letting outdated practices hold us back? Jeff Pricher, Scappoose Rural Fire District
Technology Won’t Change the Fire Service Unless We Do: Sara Jahnke, Science to the Station
Firefighting with Maps and Bots: How GIS and AI are Supporting Search & Rescue! Mike Cox; Director Fire & EMS Solutions ESRI; Joshua Pearcy; Lieutenant, Oklahoma City Fire
Solutions in Action: Dynamic Breakouts
- Connectivity, Artificial Intelligence, COP, Robotics

11:30 AM: Transport to the IFD Training Academy (provided by FDIC)

12:15 PM - 1:00 PM | Lunch - Provided by Firehouse Subs

1:00 PM - 4:30 PM | Live Showcase of Partners Technology

DRILL TOWER: ELECTRICAL FIRE INCIDENT: Skydio, 3AM, Qwake
CLASS A BURN BUILDING: RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURE FIRE: Paladin, Rosenbauer, Tablet Command
FUTURE FORWARD CLASSROOMS: Westnet, Vector Solutions, Trellisware
Electric Vehicle Burn Demonstration by Full Circle Lithium

4:30 PM - 6:30 PM | Transport to Sun King Brewery, Networking Reception (transport provided by FDIC)

Interested in Attending?

Attendee registration is required and available through FDIC’s registration page. For questions, please contact Program Director Stephanie Gendron, Stephanie.Gendron@clarionevents.com.

Standard Rate: $322

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Interested in Sponsoring?

We have several sponsorship opportunities available for technology solution providers, from thought leadership to product demonstration and more.

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Whether your department or agency is an early adopter or just exploring, there’s something here for everyone.

NextGen Fire Rescue Tech Summit

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