The LEAD Series at FLC

We're excited for year 2 of the popular LEAD (Leadership, Empowerment, Advocacy and Development) certificate series. 

The launch of this program was a huge success and it's quickly become the program for company and chief officers looking to meet their professional development goals, 

About Fire Leadership Challenge

Join us in beautiful Keystone, Colorado, for one of the premier fire service conferences in the West. With more than 700 attendees and exhibitors from across the country, this five-day, all-inclusive event offers an unparalleled opportunity to engage with the fire service’s best and brightest.

Explore cutting-edge tools, technologies, and resources from over 100 fire service vendors in our SOLD OUT exhibit hall. Participate in inspiring and interactive keynote sessions and expert-led workshops featuring national and state-level presenters. Designed for firefighters, company officers, chief officers, fire chiefs, fire marshals, and emergency service professionals, this conference is a must-attend for anyone committed to advancing safety, innovation, and leadership in the fire service.

FLC is presented in partnership with the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention (DFPC) and Control, the Colorado Professional Fire Fighters (CPFF), and the Fire Marshals Association of Colorado (FMAC)—bringing diverse perspectives and shared goals to elevate the Colorado fire service and beyond.

Whether you're here to learn, connect, or lead, you’ll find the inspiration and tools to shape the future of your department and the communities you serve.

Exhibits and Sponsorships

We're thankful for the support of our amazing partner companies and organizations. We are SOLD OUT again for 2025. 

If you a participating company, you can visit the Exhibits Page for important details and deadlines. 

If you're a new company looking for opportunities to get involved or to be added to our wait list, please reach out to Karissa Hasser. 

Agenda Overview

Monday, October 20

 

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Fire Commission Meeting

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Pre-Conference Workshops

Tuesday, October 21

 

8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

CSFC Section & Committee Meetings

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

LEAD Series & FMS Kick Off Workshop

4:15 PM - 5:30 PM

Colorado State Fire Chiefs Annual Meeting

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

CO Firefighter Heart, Cancer & Behavioral Health Benefits Trust Meeting

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Welcome Reception at the Keystone Adventure Center

Wednesday, October 22

 

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Breakfast with Exhibitors

7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Exhibits Open

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Opening Welcome & Keynote

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Networking Break with Exhibitors

10:30 AM - 12:15 PM

Education Workshops

12:15 PM - 1:30 PM

Lunch with Exhibitors

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Keynote

2:45 PM - 4:30 PM

Education Workshops

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Exhibit Hall Reception & Raffle

Thursday, October 23

 

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Breakfast with Exhibitors

7:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Exhibits Open

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Awards & Keynote

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Networking Break with Exhibitors

10:30 AM - 12:15 PM

Education Workshops

12:15 PM - 1:30 PM

Lunch with Exhibitors

1:30 PM

Exhibits Close

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Keynote

2:45 PM - 4:30 PM

Education Workshops

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Networking Reception

Friday, October 24

 

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Breakfast

8:00am - 9:45 AM

Education Workshops

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Closing Keynote & Certificate of Completion Distribution for LEAD

CSFC Premier Partners

CSFC Platinum Partners