Super Bowl Themed Reception 

Welcome by IAFC Leadership

CEO Update
Remarks by Jim Johnson, President, Pierce Manufacturing

Chief Update
Remarks by Jeff Johnson, Chief, Ret. 

Keynote Speaker -B. Gentry Lee, Chief Engineer, Jet Propulsion Laboratory

"Balancing Innovation & Risk in Engineering and New Technology"
Hear from B. Gentry Lee, who has been bringing innovation to space exploration for many years. Lee shares his vast experience when it comes to changes in engineering, challenges in technology and advances in innovation. He discusses the risks and advantages, and most importantly how to find balance when moving forward.  

Break

Innovation through Technology
Facilitated Small Group Discussions on:

• Cad-2-Cad
• Situational Awareness
• Next Generation GIS

Facilitator Recap on Group Discussions

Lunch

Focus Groups
Facilitated Conversations Between Private Sector & Chiefs

Facilitated Exercise

Break

Military Fire Service - DOD Technology Innovation

Wrap-up 

Regroup – Facilitator Summary of Monday's Discussions

D Block Discussion

• Background
• IAFC’s Role
• Opportunities and What it Means to You 
• Q & A with Jeff Johnson

Break

Innovation Through Academia
Facilitated Small Group Discussions:

• Future of Fire Suppression/Retardants
• Innovative Simulation for Training
• Robotics as a Platform for Efficiency

Facilitator Recaps Group Discussions

Lunch

Focus Groups
Facilitated Conversations Between Private Sector & Chiefs 

Conference Wrap-Up 

Final Remarks by IAFC Leadership