CALL FOR SPEAKERS
Great leaders learn from other leaders. If you have ideas, experience, or leadership insights that could help strengthen emergency services organizations, consider sharing your perspective. Apply to be a speaker at the 2027 Leadership Development Symposium in The Woodlands, Texas.
The Speaker Application will be open March 20 – May 15, 2026.
2026 Highlights
Become an Outstanding Leader in the Fire & Emergency Services Community
JAN 6-8, 2027
The Woodlands
Mind-Blowing Talks From Leading Minds
Gain fresh and up-to-date leadership training at the Leadership Development Symposium. Topics include leadership, management, safety, budgeting, and more.
Networking
Connect with over 1,000 Fire & Emergency Services personnel and Speakers
Great Speakers
Learn from experienced Fire & Emergency Services Leaders and Special Guests
Motivation
Share with your team back home and put what you learn into action
Have Fun
Enjoy local restaurants, shops, and special events
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No Cost to Attend
Admission is FREE for Texas First Responders.
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Convenience
Stay at the event venue. Book early, as rooms sell out fast!
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Receive TCOLE Credit
Scan your event badge at every session to receive TCOLE credit.
What People Are Saying
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It doesn’t matter the color of the helmet. As soon as you walk in the door, you have the ability to be a powerful leader.”
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Training sessions like this only help us become better leaders, and that helps not only the people in that organization, but the organization itself.”
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It’s been a good event and we’ve had a lot of amazing speakers.”
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I’m just a driver, but listening to all these different speakers, it’s not limited to just our leadership. Everyone’s going to get there one day, so why not start ’em early right?”
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