Metro Officers

You Asked. We Listened.

Introducing the Metro Officers Innovation Briefing: An intimate gathering created just for you to help accomplish your top goals at FDIC.

See the latest product enhancements and industry innovations
Network with fellow Metro Officers – share and learn from each other
Meet with your trusted suppliers in a private setting

This exclusive, one-day event takes place on Wednesday, August 4, 2021, the day before the exhibit hall opens. Take care of business earlier, so you can maximize your time at FDIC!

Interested in Participating?

Fill out the form below and our program director, Susan Charamut, will reach out to you directly.

I'M INTERESTED

Focus On Innovation

You NEED to know what’s coming next!
Some of the most trusted names in the industry present a 15-20-minute Innovation Briefing
Briefings focus on what’s new in 2021, what’s about to be announced or what’s currently in development
Share your thoughts and ask questions, lively Q&A is expected
Your feedback can help impact change in the industry!

Networking

This small group of Metro officers and industry leaders spend the day together
Breakfast, lunch, and an evening reception allow for informal networking
Choose who you’d like to meet with for one-to-one meetings during the formal networking
For the peer to peer meetings, we’ll ask what you’d like to learn and what you can share
Your personalized agenda is based on your preferences so you’ll know who you’ll be seeing before you arrive

More Time

Extend your time on the floor by addressing your most pressing needs before the exhibits even open
Metro Officers Innovation Briefing on Wednesday
MATCH! – On Thursday morning
Pre-scheduled so you can prepare for a very productive conversation
Leaves you more time to explore all that FDIC has to offer

Requirements/Eligibility for Participation

Current staffing strength of at least 350 career/paid firefighters
Maximum of 2 officers from your department may participate. If your department’s current staffing strength is greater than 2,500 career/paid firefighters, you may have a max of 3 participants
Participants are expected to follow in Q&A regarding product discussions

Who is it for?

Limited to 70 officers who spec products each and every day, who make recommendations on what to test or purchase and who are always looking for the next product or service that will serve their department best. Titles include the Division Chiefs, Assistant Chiefs, Deputy Chief, Battalion Chief, Captains.