What is the Alliance
An exclusive, invitation-only event connecting senior officers from the nation's largest departments to exchange solutions, share resources, and build a trusted network of peers who truly understand your challenges.
We've ditched the traditional conference playbook.
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No massive expo halls
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No endless PowerPoints
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No vendor speed dating
Instead, we create the right environment for
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Real peer-to-peer conversations
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Genuine relationship building
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Connections that last beyond the event
The Challenge for Metro Officers
Leading a metropolitan fire or EMS department comes with unique challenges that few others understand.
Professional Isolation
As a senior officer in a large department, finding peers who truly understand your challenges can be nearly impossible.
Conference Fatigue
Traditional events waste your valuable time with generic content and endless vendor pitches that don't address metro-scale issues.
Limited Peer Knowledge Sharing
When you need candid advice on metro-specific challenges, where do you turn? Most forums lack the right audience.
Need for Immediate Results
You need actionable solutions that work at your scale, not theoretical approaches that haven't been tested in the real world.
Time Constraints
Between operational demands and civic responsibilities, you can't afford week-long conferences with minimal return on investment.
The Alliance Solution
The Alliance brings together chief officers from America's largest fire & EMS departments—in a format designed specifically for your needs.
Real Peer Connections
Join a trusted circle of metropolitan chiefs who understand your challenges. Build relationships that provide support when you need it most.
48-Hour Power Format
Get all the value of a traditional conference in just 48 hours. Our focused agenda respects your time while delivering maximum impact.
Exclusive Participation
Limited to senior officers from departments with 300+ uniformed members, ensuring every conversation is relevant to your scale.
Ongoing Network
Continue the conversation beyond the summit with a network of peers you can call on throughout the year when facing critical decisions.
Shared Solutions
Discover what's working in other metro departments and adapt proven approaches to your specific needs instead of starting from scratch.
We interview every participant. Your priorities, innovations, and daily hurdles literally build our agenda—making each Summit uniquely valuable and timely.
What to Expect
The setting is intentionally intimate with conversation-friendly spaces and focused sessions. We've built in plenty of time for both structured discussions and casual networking. No massive halls—just meaningful interactions with peers and partners who understand your challenges. Come to share and leave with practical solutions and lasting connections.
What to Expect
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A focused program built by chiefs, for chiefs
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Honest conversations about what's working (and what's not)
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Small group discussions where everyone contributes
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Connections with peers you can call on long after the summit ends
Who's Eligible to Attend
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The Metropolitan First Responders Alliance is designed for senior officers (Battalion Chief and above) in fire or EMS agencies with 300+ uniformed members. If you're leading a division or department in a major metropolitan area, this was built for you.
What's the Time Commitment
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The Alliance Summits are focused 48-hour events. Beyond that (and a brief intro call), there's no required ongoing time commitment. We intentionally keep the program concentrated so it fits into your busy schedule.
What About Cost
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Attending is FREE. No registration fees whatsoever and all meals are included. You only need to cover travel and accommodations.
What Happens After I Request an Invitation
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Within 48 hours, our team will reach out to schedule a brief introduction call. This allows us to learn about your specific needs and ensure the Alliance is a good fit. If it is, we'll register you to participate in the upcoming summit.
Our Schedule
DAY 1
Engage
11:00 am
Registration Opens
3:30 - 5:00 pm
General Session
5:00 - 6:00 pm
Welcome Reception
6:00 - 9:15 pm
Group Dinners
DAY 2
Exchange
7:00 - 8:15 am Breakfast Roundtables
8:15 - 10:00 am General Session
10:00 - 11:00 am Meet & Greet Coffee Break
11:00 - 12:30 pm Breakout Sessions
12:40 - 1:40 pm Networking Lunch
1:45 - 2:45 pm General Session
2:50 - 5:00 pm Breakout Sessions
5:00 - 6:00 pm Free Time
6:00 - 7:00 pm Networking Reception
7:00 - 9:00 pm Group Dinner
DAY 3
Explore
7:00 - 8:15 am
Breakfast Roundtables
8:20 - 9:20 am
Breakout Sessions
9:30 - 10:30 am
Meet & Greet Morning Coffee Break
10:30 - 11:30 am
General Session
11:30 - 1:00 pm
Group Workshop – Working Lunch
1:00 pm
Goodbye
Upcoming Events
Support Services Summit
October 27 - 29, 2025
Dallas, TX
Tailored for Support Services, Logistics, Information Technology, Facilities, Fleet, and Communications Chiefs
Operations Summit
February 10 - 12, 2026
Scottsdale, AZ
Tailored for Operations, EMS, Health & Safety, Training, Special Operations, and Research & Development Chiefs
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