Are you a recently named EMS chief of your department or do you know a recently appointed EMS chief who would benefit from attending Fire-Rescue International 2011? Beginning a new sponsorship of FRI, the EMS Section has announced they will sponsor a new EMS chief to attend FRI 2011 in Atlanta. You must apply by August 8 to be eligible.

To ensure tomorrow's leaders are being developed and the next generation of EMS leaders can take advantage of the educational and networking opportunities at FRI, the EMS Section will cover the cost of the All-Access registration package  at FRI for the most recently appointed EMS chief. 

This package includes all FRI seminars and workshops, the Officer Development Program and the general sessions, as well as networking activities like the Welcome Reception, the Street Party and the Presidential Celebration. In addition, the All-Access registration package includes the two-day Expo Pass.

The winning EMS chief will also be reimbursed for their travel and related expenses up to $905 for non-IAFC members or $805 for IAFC members. This sponsorship is valued at $1500.

To enter, complete the following information and email your entry to EMSsection@iafc.org no later than Monday, August 8. The winner will be announced on August 10.

• Name of Candidate

• Title of Candidate

• Department

• Full Mailing Address (including City, State, and Zip Code)

• Day time phone

• Evening phone

• Email address

• Date appointed as EMS Chief (or equivalent)

• Name of person nominating candidate (if applicable)