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CONNECTING YOUR BUSINESS TO GEORGIA’S FIRE SERVICE

As career firefighters, we know firsthand of the critical need to have the advocacy and support of the Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs (GAFC) and the Georgia State Firefighters Association (GSFA) to do our life saving work and serve our citizens. Since the founding of our state associations in the 1950’s, we have positively impacted thousands of fire, rescue and emergency services professionals through:

• Continuing education and training

• Access to learn about products, solutions and services

• Legislative strides to protect firefighters and citizens

• Benefits for fallen firefighters and their families

• Comradery, support and networking

INVEST IN OUR BUSINESS ENGAGMENT PROGRAMS

We have not accomplished this alone. It’s you, the business community, who are as dedicated as we are to the fire service.

Our vision is to create beneficial connections for businesses with the firefighting community that result in positively impacting the safety and well-being of the people of Georgia through supporting the lifesaving work of firefighters, rescue and EMS professionals.

Through our 2019 Business Membership, exhibits and sponsorship programs your company has a unique opportunity to intimately engage with these key decision makers and influencers who want to engage with you! Our 4,000-plus members, and growing, need to equip their departments to provide the best possible life saving services to the citizens they are sworn to protect.

• 90% indicate they appreciate the support of GAFC/GSFA vendors

• 80% would recommend vendors’ products and services to their peersSource: June 2017 Member Survey

These business engagement programs also provide the much-needed financial support that enable our associations to serve our brave and dedicated members.

On behalf of the GAFC and GSFA, we look forward to our successful partnership with your organization.

With sincere regards,

Vendors keep firefighters and fire chiefs abreast of new

technologies and trends.

Bruce King, Battalion Chief Bartow County Fire Department, 20+ year

GAFC and GSFA member

Lt. David J Bullard

Columbia County Fire Rescue Engine Co. 2

President, Georgia State Firefighters Association

Charles Wasdin, Fire Chief

Hazlehurst/Jeff Davis County Fire Rescue

President, Georgia Association of Fire Chief's

Expand your involvement and engagement with the Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs (GAFC) and the Georgia State Firefighters Association (GSFA) through our Business Membership Program. Business Membership enables your company to have a competitive edge in the marketplace by aligning with the GAFC and GSFA to elevate your status with over 4,000 statewide members.Open to organizations with solutions, services and products for the fire, EMS and rescue profession, business members receive benefits and recognition uniquely

available to participating companies. GAFC and GSFA recognize your contribution as a business member by providing your organization with tools, sponsorship prioritization, member access for networking, informative publications, and member-only resources. Your annual investment of $500 provides your company with business membership recognition with both the GAFC and GSFA. Benefits include:

Recognition & Alignment• Use of Business Membership logo on company website and materials• Acknowledgement, company logo, description and contact information on GAFC and GSFA websites • Company logo on Business Member thank you ad that runs in every issue of GSFA's Georgia Firefighters Magazine• Tabletop sign at company booth at exhibiting events (that company is a participant at)

Access• Priority registration over non-business members at sponsored events • Opportunity to attend and display at non-sponsorable meetings and events• Opportunity to underwrite Custom Training and Seminar Series

News & Tools• 2 complimentary subscriptions to Georgia Firefighter magazine• 2 contacts added to all electronic GAFC and GSFA electronic publications• GSFA and GAFC membership database once annually (Excel)

Business Membership Program

**Business Members shall be those persons/companies supportive of the fire service and its advancement and improvement. Business Members shall include, but are not limited to, those persons involved in commercial sales of products and/or services to government entities and fire departments. Persons holding Business Membership shall not have voting rights or hold office in corporation. A Business Membership does not imply sponsorship or endorsement by the Associations for companies and their products or services

Annual Firefighter Recognition Day and Legislative Dinner

47th Annual Firefighter Recognition Day February 5, 2019Held annually at the State Capitol, Firefighter Recognition Day recognizes and pays tribute to the firefighting community and features an inspiring and impactful schedule. An estimated 150 individuals will participate in the day’s events which include:• Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation Luncheon• Deputizing of local Fire Marshals• Recognition Day ceremonies and awards (2:30 p.m.)• Firefighter legislative visits

13th Annual Legislative Dinner – 5 p.m.- 7 p.m. Atlanta Freight DepotOver 250 elected officials and firefighters will enjoy a festive, and delicious, barbecue dinner catered by a featured fire department. This event is jointly sponsored by the GAFC, GSFA, and the Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation.

• February 5, 2019 - Atlanta • Sponsorship Close Date: November 30, 2018

GOLD: $750

Sponsorship Levels

SILVER : $500

BRONZE: $250

• Table top at dinner for displaying materials and interacting with participants*

• 3 dinner tickets• Logo on Recognition Day program,

signage at dinner, and in Georgia Firefighters Magazine thank you ad

• Acknowledgement on GAFC/GSFA websites and social media

• Limited to five sponsors*Merchandise sales not permitted at table tops

• 2 dinner tickets• Logo on Recognition Day program,

signage at dinner, and in Georgia Firefighters Magazine thank you ad

• Acknowledgement on GAFC/GSFA websites and social media

• 1 dinner ticket• Name listed on Recognition Day

program, signage at dinner, and in Georgia Firefighters Magazine thank you ad

• Acknowledgement on GAFC/GSFA websites and social media

Each year, the Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs (GAFC) and the Georgia State Firefighters Association (GSFA) team up with fellow associations to advocate for key legislative issues and engage with elected officials to honor and celebrate firefighters. An example of our collective success is HB 703 which created the Governor’s Office of Public Safety Support in 2018 that provides counseling and support services to public safety officers for incidents that include death or other tragedies. Your company can support our work by participating in this annual event.

Georgia Fire & Emergency Services Equipment Show

• March 22, 2019 - Perry • Sponsorship Close Date: February 22, 2019

Every other year, the Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs (GAFC) and the Georgia State Firefighters Association (GSFA) Georgia Fire & Emergency Services Equipment Show welcomes close to 400 career and volunteer firefighters, fire chiefs, and guests representing the cities and counties of Georgia. All Georgia fire and emergency service personnel are invited to attend the show to view exhibits and participate in demonstrations.

Exhibit and Apparatus Space

• 10 x 10 Space: $350 • 20 x 20 Space: $525• 20 x 30 Space: $700• Outside apparatus: $600

Includes:• Two exhibitor representatives badges for 10x10 and four exhibitor badges for 20x20, 20x30 and apparatus• Listing in event program, association websites and other promotions

Lunch Sponsorship $750

Catered BBQ lunch for all show attendees - Limited to Six (6) SponsorsBenefits include:

• Customer and Prospect List - registered attendees pre-event and final attendee list post-event• Center Stage Demo: 15-minute sponsor demonstration within dedicated show area reserved for sponsor demos,

localized audio mic, announcement by association staff to all show attendees and listing in show schedule• Brand Alignment and Recognition

• Acknowledgement on GAFC/GSFA websites, social media and enewsletters• Company logo and listing in the equipment show program• Logo on Lunch event signage• Listing in GSFA Georgia Firefighter Magazine spring issue and e-newsletter publication

• Company logo on Equipment Show tee-shirt - Exclusive to Lunch sponsors

Lt. David J Bullard

Columbia County Fire Rescue Engine Co. 2

President, Georgia State Firefighters Association

Charles Wasdin, Fire Chief

Hazlehurst/Jeff Davis County Fire Rescue

President, Georgia Association of Fire Chief's

The Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs (GAFC) welcomes over 200 chiefs, fire service leaders and officers to four days of training to help build and refine their leadership skills. Your organization can educate these attendees about your solutions, services and products that help with the operation of their departments through our exhibit space. Sponsorships are also available to elevate your company and showcase your support and alignment with the GAFC and the leaders we serve.

• March 31-April 3 2019, Savannah Riverfront Marriott• Exhibit Space & Sponsorship Close Date: March 1, 2019

All sponsors receive benefits including:• Customer and Prospect List: Registered attendees pre-event and final attendee list post-event• Two company representative tickets to sponsored event• Brand Alignment and Recognition, including: • Acknowledgement on GAFC website, social media and enewsletter

• Company logo and listing in the official conference program • Logo on designated sponsored event signage

Sponsorship Levels

GOLD: $1,500 SILVER: $1,000

BRONZE: $500

• Exhibit Hall Opening Reception OR Training Session Lunch - Limited to Two (2) Sponsors per event

- Choice of One Event:1) Exhibit Hall Opening Reception

Sunday 6 p.m.2) Lunch Training Session Monday

12:15 p.m.- Speaking opportunity (2 minutes) to

welcome and thank attendees- Prominent logo visibility on program and

promotions

• Breakfast – Limited to Two (2) Sponsors

- Speaking opportunity (2 minutes) to welcome and thank attendees

- Prominent logo visibility on program and promotions

• Coffee Break or Education Session - Limited to One (1) Sponsor per break/session

GAFC SPRING EXECUTIVETRAINING SESSION

Table Top Space Available: $350 ($400 after 3/1)• Benefits include standard table, company listing in program, one company representative registration, company representative inclusion

in Monday training lunch session. Note Sponsorship levels above (Gold, Silver, Bronze) do not include Table Top Space.

Includes:• Two exhibitor representatives badges for 10x10 and four exhibitor badges for 20x20, 20x30 and apparatus• Listing in event program, association websites and other promotions

GeorgiaFirefighter Magazine

Georgia Firefighter magazine is an official publication of the Georgia State Firefighters Association (GSFA). Published quarterly, Georgia Firefighter reaches more than 3,500 firefighters across the state ranging from fire chiefs to firefighters.

Whether your goal is to target seasoned professionals with budget-making authority or engage the next emerging generation of firefighters with the latest gear, Georgia Firefighter provides a direct link to departments throughout Georgia. Each issue contains important news from state fire leadership, emerging issues, legislative initiatives and fire-service events. Gain direct contact to the state’s firefighters with information on your company’s products and services by advertising with Georgia Firefighter.

Material specifications: Ad creative file formats accepted are tif, jpg, eps, pdf non-bleed

For more information on advertising in Georgia Firefighter,please contact GSFA Business Manager Beth Brown at bbrown@gsffa.org or (770) 262-5092.

2019 Issue Ad Space Closing Date Distribution Date

November 15, 2018March 15, 2019June 15, 2019

September 15, 2019

March 2019June 2019

September 2019December 2019

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Annual Fire Service Conference

The Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs (GAFC) and the Georgia State Firefighters Association (GSFA) annual joint conference welcomes over 250 fire chiefs, fire service leaders and firefighters representing cities, counties and volunteers throughout the state. This highly awaited, professional focused event features continuing education, exciting competitions and demonstrations, showcasing of products and solutions, and a fun and supportive opportunity to gather and network.

• September 10-14 2019, Albany • Sponsorship Close Date: August 23, 2019

All sponsors receive benefits including:• Customer and Prospect List: Registered attendees pre-event and final attendee list post-event• Alignment with Georgia’s Fire Industry• Two company representative tickets to sponsored event• Brand Alignment and Recognition, including: • Acknowledgement on GAFC/GSFA websites • Company logo and listing in the official conference program • Recognition at the Opening Session with company mention and on presentation • Logo on designated sponsored event signage • Listing in GSFA Georgia Firefighter Magazine fall issue and e-newsletter publication

PLATINUM: $2,000

• Exhibit Hall Opening Reception OR Closing Awards Reception PLUS Dedicated Product Demonstration - Limited to Six (6) Sponsors • Choice of One Event: 1) Exhibit Hall Opening Reception Thursday 2) Reception & Awards Ceremony Saturday • Center Stage Demo: Friday: Features 15-minute sponsor demonstration within dedicated show area reserved for sponsor demos, localized audio mic, announcement by association staff to all show attendees

and listing in show schedule • Prominent logo visibility on program/promo, social media promotion and recognition • Company profile GSFA Georgia Firefighter Magazine December issue • 4 complimentary tickets to Thursday Exhibit Hall reception for non-conference attending firefighters • Logo on competition t-shirt

GOLD: $1,500

• Lunch Session – Limited to Two (2) Sponsors per Lunch • Choice of Thursday OR Friday full attendee luncheon sponsorship • 1-minute brief speaking opportunity at selected lunch • Prominent logo visibility on program/promo, social media promotion and recognition • 2 complimentary tickets to sponsored luncheon for non-conference attending firefighters • Logo on competition t-shirt

SILVER: $1,000

• Break Sponsor– Limited to Two (2) Sponsors per Event • Choice of Friday OR Saturday - Morning Coffee Break OR Afternoon Ice Cream Social/Snack Break

BRONZE: $250

• Pre-Conference Training Class Lunch Sponsor – Limited to One (1) Sponsor per Class (8 Classes in Total on Tuesday and Wednesday) • Brief speaking opportunity at selected event • Exclusivity option - sponsor all lunches (upon availability)

SHOW GIFT EXCLUSIVE SPONSOR: $2,500

Company logo co-branded with GAFC/GSFA on premium gift item provided to all attendees with recognition in conference program. Features logo of only One (1) exclusive sponsor

EXHIBIT AND APPARATUS SPACE

• 10 x 10 Space: $750 • 10 x 20 Space: $1,125• 20 x 40 Apparatus Space: $1,400• Includes: • Two exhibitor representatives badges for 10x10 and four exhibitor badges for 10x20 and 20x40 • Friday exhibit hall lunch ticket provided for each exhibitor badge (requirement for inclusion) • Listing in event program, association websites and other promotions • Additional exhibit badges can be purchased for $50

Annual Fire Service Conference

All sponsors receive benefits including:• Customer and Prospect List: Registered attendees pre-event and final attendee list post-event• Alignment with Georgia’s Fire Industry• Two company representative tickets to sponsored event• Brand Alignment and Recognition, including: • Acknowledgement on GAFC/GSFA websites • Company logo and listing in the official conference program • Recognition at the Opening Session with company mention and on presentation • Logo on designated sponsored event signage • Listing in GSFA Georgia Firefighter Magazine fall issue and e-newsletter publication

PLATINUM: $2,000

• Exhibit Hall Opening Reception OR Closing Awards Reception PLUS Dedicated Product Demonstration - Limited to Six (6) Sponsors • Choice of One Event: 1) Exhibit Hall Opening Reception Thursday 2) Reception & Awards Ceremony Saturday • Center Stage Demo: Friday: Features 15-minute sponsor demonstration within dedicated show area reserved for sponsor demos, localized audio mic, announcement by association staff to all show attendees

and listing in show schedule • Prominent logo visibility on program/promo, social media promotion and recognition • Company profile GSFA Georgia Firefighter Magazine December issue • 4 complimentary tickets to Thursday Exhibit Hall reception for non-conference attending firefighters • Logo on competition t-shirt

GOLD: $1,500

• Lunch Session – Limited to Two (2) Sponsors per Lunch • Choice of Thursday OR Friday full attendee luncheon sponsorship • 1-minute brief speaking opportunity at selected lunch • Prominent logo visibility on program/promo, social media promotion and recognition • 2 complimentary tickets to sponsored luncheon for non-conference attending firefighters • Logo on competition t-shirt

SILVER: $1,000

• Break Sponsor– Limited to Two (2) Sponsors per Event • Choice of Friday OR Saturday - Morning Coffee Break OR Afternoon Ice Cream Social/Snack Break

BRONZE: $250

• Pre-Conference Training Class Lunch Sponsor – Limited to One (1) Sponsor per Class (8 Classes in Total on Tuesday and Wednesday) • Brief speaking opportunity at selected event • Exclusivity option - sponsor all lunches (upon availability)

SHOW GIFT EXCLUSIVE SPONSOR: $2,500

Company logo co-branded with GAFC/GSFA on premium gift item provided to all attendees with recognition in conference program. Features logo of only One (1) exclusive sponsor

EXHIBIT AND APPARATUS SPACE

• 10 x 10 Space: $750 • 10 x 20 Space: $1,125• 20 x 40 Apparatus Space: $1,400• Includes: • Two exhibitor representatives badges for 10x10 and four exhibitor badges for 10x20 and 20x40 • Friday exhibit hall lunch ticket provided for each exhibitor badge (requirement for inclusion) • Listing in event program, association websites and other promotions • Additional exhibit badges can be purchased for $50

Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs (GAFC) and the Georgia State Firefighters Association (GSFA) offer exclusive opportunities for Business Members to underwrite trainings and seminars throughout the year. This not only provides our members with the critical training and essential education that they need to excel in their work but also for your organization to showcase its subject matter expertise.

Underwriting will enable our members to attend these custom educational programs at no charge. Programs can be in-person, web-based or a combination to support the curriculum and access for attendees.Trainings are designed in partnership with your company around topics including:

• Officer development • Leadership and management• Hands on training (HOT)• Understanding membership benefits

Companies have an option of underwriting scheduled GAFC/GSFA trainings or delivering company developed curriculum. Company delivered curriculum must be approved by GAFC/GSFA.

Underwriting benefits include:• Registered attendees pre-event and final attendee list post-event• Alignment with Georgia’s Fire Industry• Brand Alignment and recognition, including: • Acknowledgement on GAFC/GSFA websites • Logo on training promotions and onsite materials • Recognition in e-newsletters

Underwriting costs: Based upon training or series, contact GAFC/GSFA for details.

Custom Training and Seminar Series

Plan Your YearSPONSORSHIPS AT A GLANCE

2019 Business Membership

Georgia State Firefighters Association

Investment Opportunity

Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs & $500 Annual Dues Combined

Rate Audience Event Date

$750$500$250

400 Elected officials,firefighting community

February 5, 2019Atlanta

2019 Sponsorships

Firefighter Recognition Day and Legislative Dinner

Gold $1,500Silver $1,000Bronze $500

$350

185 Fire chiefs,Fire service leaders

and officers

March 31 – April 3, 2019Savannah Riverfront Marriott

GAFC Spring Executive Training Session

Exhibit Table

Full page $1,5002/3 page $1,0001/2 page horizontal $800

$600

4,000 firefighters 4 editions Spring,

Summer, Fall, Winter

Georgia Firefighter Magazine

1/3 page horizontal

Platinum $2,000Gold $1,500Silver $1,000

$250250 firefighters

and chiefs

September 10 – 14, 2019Albany

Annual Fire Service Conference

Bronze10x10 Exhibit space $75010x20 Exhibit space $1,125

$1,40020 x 40 Apparatus Space

GoldSilverBronze

$750$350$525

400 career and volunteer firefighters, fire chiefs, and guests

March 22, 2019Perry

Georgia Fire & Emergency Services Equipment Show

BBQ Lunch sponsorship10x10 Exhibit space20x20 Exhibit space

$70020x30 Exhibit space$600Outside apparatus

GAFC Board Officers

◆ Charles Wasdin, President, Chief, Hazlehurst –Jeff Davis County Fire Department

◆ Jimmy Williams, 1st Vice President, Chief, Houston County Fire Department

◆ David Eddins, 2nd Vice President, Chief, Waycross Fire Department

◆ Terry Smith, 3rd Vice President, Chief, Kingsland/Camden County Fire Department

◆ Dwayne Jamison, Immediate Past President, Deputy Chief, Bartow County Fire Department

◆ Ken Zaydel, Secretary/Treasurer, Chief, Social Circle Fire Department

◆ Robert Singletary, Parliamentarian, Retired Chief, Warner Robins Fire Department

GSFA Board Officers

◆ David Bullard, President, Lt. Columbia County Fire Rescue

◆ Gary Clark, 1st Vice President, Lt. Gainesville Fire Department

◆ Mark Ware, 2nd Vice President, Section Chief Sandy Springs Fire Department

◆ Dan Morgan, 3rd Vice President, Chief Rockdale County Fire Rescue

◆ Gary McGhee, Treasurer, Fort Oglethorpe Fire & Rescue (Retired)

◆ Craig Dukes, Director at Large, Training Chief Thomasville Fire Rescue

◆ Joey Hartley, Immediate Past President, Colquitt County Volunteer Fire Department

Georgia Association of Fire ChiefsYalonde Tanner

678-686-6239ytanner@gafc.orgwww.gafc.org

Georgia State Firefighters Association Inc.Beth Brown

770-262-5092bbrown@gsffa.orgwww.gsffa.org

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