MVD of the IAFC Annual Conference 2026

June 3-5, 2026 | Lincoln, Nebraska

Please join us in Lincoln, Nebraska for the 2026 Missouri Valley Division (MVD) of the International Association of Fire Chiefs' (IAFC) annual conference. There will be exciting speakers, networking with colleagues, and you’ll hear from the Missouri Valley Division board about their efforts to support you.

Every year the MVD of the IAFC comes together to offer education to the fire service leaders. For three days, you have the opportunity to build relationships, explore the latest topics in the fire service, and refocus your administrative mindset.

MVD's annual conference, held every year since 1935, is a hub of professional development. Conference highlights include:

  • Exhibition of fire and emergency apparatus and equipment.
  • Workshops and seminars focused on leadership and management along with operational and administrative issues applicable to the fire service industry.
  • Business meetings.
  • Social events for members, guests, vendors and spouses highlighting all Lincoln has to offer.

The emphasis on education is one of the most significant benefits for MVD members. The team at LFR has worked hard to create a robust education calendar.

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About Lincoln Fire & Rescue (LFR):

  • Multi-faceted, all-hazards response agency.
  • 16 Fire Stations
  • Serving 104 square miles in Eastern Nebraska.
  • 356 employees who serve 294,757 community members.

 

Lincoln Fire & Rescue's Core Values:

HONESTY AND INTEGRITY: In the performance of our duties.

DEDICATION AND COMMITMENT: To doing what is in the best interest of our residents.

PROFESSIONALISM AND TEAMWORK: As we work to restore balance in the lives of our community.

COMPASSION: Empathy as we serve all people equally and without prejudice, making every responsible attempt toward reaching their level of expectation.

We will demonstrate these values as we relate to one another and as we relate to the community we serve.

LFR is proud to be one of over 300 internationally accredited fire agencies through the Center of Public Safety Excellence (CPSE). Lincoln Fire & Rescue has the distinction of being one of the original accredited agencies since originally accredited on August 25, 1997.

LFR is a designated Lighthouse Community since 2023. LFR has a cardiac survival rate of 50% which is double the national average and is continuously working to improve this rate every day. Lincoln is the only city in the Midwest to receive this designation.

LFR is also the home of Nebraska Task Force 1 (NE-TF1). NE-TF1 is one of the 28 FEMA Urban Search & Rescue (US&R) teams located throughout the United States. Due to the geographic location of NE-TF1, it has been one of the most deployed teams in the country. NE-TF1 assets have been deployed to over 40 disasters including:

  • Oklahoma City bombing
  • World Trade Center attacks
  • Moore Oklahoma tornado
  • Columbia Space Shuttle disaster
  • Hurricane Harvey
  • Hurricane Florence
  • Champlain Tower Collapse
  • Hurricane Fiona - Puerto Rico
  • Texas Flooding

Additionally, NE-TF1 has been called upon as a stand-by asset for high profile national security events such as the Olympic games or presidential inaugurations. The team has also responded to many in-state emergencies such as technical rescue, flooding events, or to provide technical expertise to requesting agencies. 

NEW this year - bring your company officers!

Lincoln Fire & Rescue will be providing an Officer Development Program through Columbia Southern University. These classes will be Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

 

Questions? Contact us!

Conference Schedule

Wednesday, June 3rd

0800 - 0945       Company Officer I and Executive Chief Officer I

0945 - 1000       Break

1000 - 1145       Company Officer I and Executive Chief Officer I

1200 – 1300       Lunch

1300 – 1345       Company Officer I and Executive Chief Officer I

1345 – 1400       Break

1400 – 1445       Company Officer I and Executive Chief Officer I

1445 – 1500       Break

1500 – 1545       Company Officer I and Executive Chief Officer I

1600 – 1800       Registration      Embassy Suites Lobby

1000 – 1730       Exhibitor Set-up             

1800 – 2100       Welcome Reception     Embassy Suites Atrium

Husker Tailgate / Memorial Stadium Tour

“One of the "Cathedrals of College Football," according to The Sporting News, Memorial Stadium is one of the most intimidating locations to play in all of sports.”

“While maintaining its traditional charm, Memorial Stadium has also become one of the most high-tech stadiums in the country. In 1994, the stadium was the first on-campus stadium to feature big-screen instant replay boards. Several upgrades have been made in the past two decades, keeping the Memorial Stadium game experience as one of the nation's best.” (Huskers.com/facilities/memorial-stadium)

 

Thursday, June 4th

0700 – 0800       Registration      Embassy Suites Lobby

0800 – 0845       Opening Ceremonies  

0845 – 0915       Business Meeting          

0945 – 1045       Keynote Speaker           

1045 – 1100       Break with Exhibitors   

1100 – 1200       Education Session        

1200 – 1315       Lunch   Embassy Suites Atrium

1315 – 1430       Education         

1430 – 1500       Break with Exhibitors   

1500 – 1615       Education         

1645 – 1745       Buses Depart for Social Event

1700 – 1900       Social Event at Museum of American Speed

“A playground for hot rod enthusiasts and high-speed thrill seekers, the Museum of American Speed offers three floors of exhibits featuring antique cars, automotive toys and unique finds like vintage lunchboxes and autographed guitars. Explore the evolution of the Model T, take a ride on the working car merry-go-round and marvel at classic motorcycles.” (Newsweek.com, Fans’ Choice on 07/23/25 at 12:11 PM EDT)

 

Friday, June 5th

0800 – 0845       Business Meeting           Embassy Suites Lobby

0845 – 1000       Education         

1000 – 1030       Break with Exhibitors   

1030 – 1130       Education         

1130 – 1230 Closing Remarks

 

 

Attendee Pricing

(All pricing includes the Officer Development Program Classes)

Early Registration* $425
Late Registration $450
Life Member Early Registration* $150
Life Member Late Registration $175
Additional Guest All Event/Meal Pass $100

* Early registration is before May 1, 2026. 

 

Sponsorship Packages

The Missouri Valley Division recognizes that our support for your company, products, and services is as important to you as your support is to us. Your sponsorship of the conference provides that mutual benefit opportunity. You are encouraged to consider being a sponsor through one of the listed packages. Your sponsorship will allow the conference to highlight your company, products, and services depending on the sponsorship level. Conference meals, the welcome reception and dinner banquet are included. Sponsorship options and details are:

Diamond Platinum Gold Silver Bronze
Cost $10,000 $5,000 $3,500 $2,500 $1,000
Complimentary 10' x 10' Booth X X
Complimentary 8' Table X X X
Priority Table Selection* X X X
Sponsorship Listing in Program X X X X X
General Session Signage Promoted Featured Featured X X
Advertisement in Program (page) Full Full Full Half Quarter
Signage at Happy Hours X X X
Website Listing of Sponsorship X X X X X
Literature Insertion in Attendee Bags X X X X
Speaking at Thursday Night Event X X
All Events/Meals 3 Attendees 2 Attendees 2 Attendees 2 Attendees 1 Attendee

* Table selection will occur in order of sponsorship level and payment date.

Vendor Rates

Complete Package $600

Includes a 8’ table, 2 chairs, table cloth with skirting, and a small wastebasket. Diamond and platinum sponsors will receive priority booth selection. Pass for all meals/events provided for 1 representative: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Additional meals and events may be purchased separately. All spaces will be assigned in order of receipt.

 

 

 

 

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