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@IAFC

The IAFC is the leading provider of education, leadership and advocacy for current and future fire & emergency service leaders.

McLean, VA

Joined April 2009

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The countdown to FRI is on! In just over two weeks, fire and EMS leaders will gather in Orlando for Fire-Rescue International 2025. Join us. iafc.org/fri Don’t get FOMO—be part of the conversations, connections, and innovations shaping the future of the fire service.

IAFC's tweet image. The countdown to FRI is on! In just over two weeks, fire and EMS leaders will gather in Orlando for Fire-Rescue International 2025. Join us. iafc.org/fri

Don’t get FOMO—be part of the conversations, connections, and innovations shaping the future of the fire service.

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IAFC@IAFC · Jul 19

Thank you to ESRI and First Due for returning as the Tech Zone sponsors at #FRI2025! We’re proud to partner with industry leaders driving innovation in data, mapping, and situational awareness for the fire service. See you in the Tech Zone! 👉 #FRI2025 iafc.org/fri

IAFC's tweet image. Thank you to ESRI and First Due for returning as the Tech Zone sponsors at #FRI2025! We’re proud to partner with industry leaders driving innovation in data, mapping, and situational awareness for the fire service. See you in the Tech Zone! 👉 #FRI2025 iafc.org/fri

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IAFC@IAFC · Jul 25

AI is your next strategic assistant. Rebecca explains how leaders can use it to work smarter. Watch on YouTube and see her keynote at FRI 2025. buff.ly/hk9iTQP

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IAFC@IAFC · Jul 24

Throwback to 1985's IAFC Conference in New Orleans, LA — a milestone event dubbed “A New Beginning.” 40 years later, as we prepare to convene the 152nd IAFC Conference in Orlando, FL, we carry that same spirit forward as we "Imagine the Future" of fire and EMS. 🔥Then. Now. Next.

IAFC's tweet image. Throwback to 1985's IAFC Conference in New Orleans, LA — a milestone event dubbed “A New Beginning.” 40 years later, as we prepare to convene the 152nd IAFC Conference in Orlando, FL, we carry that same spirit forward as we "Imagine the Future" of fire and EMS. 🔥Then. Now. Next.

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IAFC@IAFC · Jul 24

Insecure chiefs lead for themselves Strong chiefs ask for help Bob Norton breaks it down Watch the full episode on YouTube: buff.ly/ItmL4bf #FireService #Leadership #FRI2025 #FireChief

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IAFC@IAFC · Jul 23

Thinking about a degree? Start with a free eval No commitment No pressure Keith Padgett explains more on YouTube: buff.ly/zKYKbmZ #FireService #FireAdmin #EducationForFirefighters #CSUFire

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IAFC@IAFC · Jul 23

Attend FRI 2025 for free. Apply now! buff.ly/SVTvThV 💰 Entry period opens TODAY (7/23) and closes Friday, 7/25 at 11:59 PM 📬 Winners will be notified by Monday, July 28th 📌 Scholarship covers registration & one event ticket only. Travel, lodging & meals not included

IAFC's tweet image. Attend FRI 2025 for free. Apply now! buff.ly/SVTvThV

💰 Entry period opens TODAY (7/23) and closes Friday, 7/25 at 11:59 PM
📬 Winners will be notified by Monday, July 28th
📌 Scholarship covers registration &amp; one event ticket only. Travel, lodging &amp; meals not included

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IAFC@IAFC · Jul 23

Don't miss this dynamic session. Reaching for the Gold is a separate ticketed event, preregistration required. Already Registered? View or modify your existing registration. Click here to register - buff.ly/QGJ1TWa

IAFC's tweet image. Don't miss this dynamic session. Reaching for the Gold is a separate ticketed event, preregistration required. Already Registered? View or modify your existing registration. Click here to register - buff.ly/QGJ1TWa

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IAFC@IAFC · Jul 22

What’s holding your team back from leveraging AI tools—and what might move the needle? Take our quick survey (buff.ly/Q4cNGXu) on AI in the Fire Service to help us understand your experience, confidence, and concerns around AI.

IAFC's tweet image. What’s holding your team back from leveraging AI tools—and what might move the needle? Take our quick survey (buff.ly/Q4cNGXu) on AI in the Fire Service to help us understand your experience, confidence, and concerns around AI.

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IAFC@IAFC · Jul 22

Join us for a Deccan Solutions webinar, August 7th, 2-3 PM, ET. Making Every Second and Dollar Count in Emergency Operations - Improving Emergency Response Without Increasing Resources. Register here 👉 buff.ly/vb4Q73D

IAFC's tweet image. Join us for a Deccan Solutions webinar, August 7th, 2-3 PM, ET. Making Every Second and Dollar Count in Emergency Operations - Improving Emergency Response Without Increasing Resources. Register here 👉 buff.ly/vb4Q73D

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IAFC@IAFC · Jul 21

Black Chief Officers Committee Conference and Symposium 2025 - (L-R) Chief Ernest Malone - Indianapolis Fire Dept, Chief Josh Waldo - IAFC President, Bozeman Fire Department, Chief Joseph Dixon - Baltimore County Fire & Rescue, Chief John Butler - Fairfax County Fire & Rescue

IAFC's tweet image. Black Chief Officers Committee Conference and Symposium 2025 - (L-R) Chief Ernest Malone - Indianapolis Fire Dept, Chief Josh Waldo - IAFC President, Bozeman Fire Department, Chief Joseph Dixon - Baltimore County Fire &amp; Rescue, Chief John Butler - Fairfax County Fire &amp; Rescue

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IAFC@IAFC · Jul 21

Huge thanks to our ODP sponsors, 1-800-BOARDUP and Neris! There’s still time to secure your spot in one of the dynamic Chief Officer, Executive Chief Officer, or Company Officer courses at #FRI2025. Don’t miss this opportunity to level up your leadership.

IAFC's tweet image. Huge thanks to our ODP sponsors, 1-800-BOARDUP and Neris! There’s still time to secure your spot in one of the dynamic Chief Officer, Executive Chief Officer, or Company Officer courses at #FRI2025. Don’t miss this opportunity to level up your leadership.

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IAFC@IAFC · Jul 20

23 days until Fire-Rescue International. Don't miss it. IAFC.org/fri

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IAFC@IAFC · Jul 19

Start your day with vision and leadership! Join us at #FRI2025 for the Future Focus Breakfast, sponsored by @1-800-BOARDUP. Register here 👉 iafc.org/fri

IAFC's tweet image. Start your day with vision and leadership! Join us at #FRI2025 for the Future Focus Breakfast, sponsored by @1-800-BOARDUP. Register here 👉 iafc.org/fri

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IAFC@IAFC · Jul 18

Pick one task Apply AI Measure the time saved That is how change begins Rebecca Allen shares more in the full episode on YouTube and her upcoming Keynote at FRI youtu.be/dN0LPgoCFYA #FireService #AI #Leadership #OperationalExcellence

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IAFC@IAFC · Jul 17

Throwback to 1918. The idea of women in the fire service sparked heated debate. Raleigh had 5; Atlanta’s chief said, “Not until the last man in Georgia is dead and gone.” The motion failed. At #FRI2025, we pass the baton forward, honoring the past while celebrating the future.

IAFC's tweet image. Throwback to 1918. The idea of women in the fire service sparked heated debate. Raleigh had 5; Atlanta’s chief said, “Not until the last man in Georgia is dead and gone.” The motion failed. At #FRI2025, we pass the baton forward, honoring the past while celebrating the future.

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IAFC@IAFC · Jul 17

Old-school leadership doesn’t cut it anymore Today’s firefighters expect real and human leaders Vulnerability builds trust. Silence breaks it Dr. Nicole Sawyer says it how it is and will at FRI 2025 buff.ly/LIHCDvS #FireService #Leadership #FirstResponders

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IAFC@IAFC · Jul 16

Perro Picante Beef Hot Dog: A Colombian-inspired street dog… @chefmannyfd style! Enjoy! buff.ly/95aSl3f

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IAFC@IAFC · Jul 16

Join IAFC Past President & FSEDI alum Chief John Butler (Fairfax County Fire & Rescue) and Bob Horton, former Branch Chief & Senior Policy Advisor at the U.S. Fire Administration, for a powerful ODP course on Public Policy Advocacy – Is It Really Part of My Job? Only at #FRI2025

IAFC's tweet image. Join IAFC Past President &amp; FSEDI alum Chief John Butler (Fairfax County Fire &amp; Rescue) and Bob Horton, former Branch Chief &amp; Senior Policy Advisor at the U.S. Fire Administration, for a powerful ODP course on Public Policy Advocacy – Is It Really Part of My Job? Only at #FRI2025

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IAFC@IAFC · Jul 15

We’re live in Franklin, Tennessee, for the opening day of the IAFC Southeastern Division Conference in conjunction with the Tennessee Fire Chiefs Association.

IAFC's tweet image. We’re live in Franklin, Tennessee, for the opening day of the IAFC Southeastern Division Conference in conjunction with the Tennessee Fire Chiefs Association.

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