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Officer Development Program - Executive Chief Officer Leadership II (ECO II)

ECO-203: Strategic Partnerships & Philanthropy

Thursday, August 15, 2024
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM  
Location: Ballroom D - 4 West Fork

Sponsored By 

    Speaker(s)

  • Kevin F. Sofen

    Technology Partnerships
    IAFC
    Chicago, Illinois, United States

Discover how strategic partnerships and philanthropy can support fire service operations. This session will provide a high-level overview of the benefits of collaborative efforts with organizations and community groups, focusing on enhanced resource sharing, increased community trust, and improved response capabilities. Participants will learn from success stories like the American Red Cross Partnership, XPRIZE, the Smart911 Program, and other grassroots nonprofit efforts that showcase how these collaborations have made a significant impact. The session will also dive into the importance of engaging local institutions to build trust and effectively communicate with diverse communities. Finally, the session will offer practical steps for developing and sustaining partnerships, emphasizing the importance of mutual value and support. By the end, participants will understand how strategic partnerships and philanthropy can create a proactive, community-centered approach to emergency response, leveraging existing infrastructures to meet operational needs effectively. Join us to explore the potential of strategic partnerships in revolutionizing fire service operations.

Learning Objectives:

  • Upon completion, participants will be able to describe the key benefits of strategic partnerships in the fire service, including resource sharing, community trust, and enhanced response capabilities.
  • Upon completion, participants will be able to identify and outline successful partnership initiatives, such as the American Red Cross Partnership, XPRIZE and the Smart911 Program, and their impact on emergency response.
  • Upon completion, participants will be able to engage effectively with community groups, including local religious institutions, to build trust and communicate across diverse populations.
  • Upon completion, participants will be able to develop and sustain strategic partnerships by implementing practical steps for collaboration, ensuring mutual value, and leveraging non-wage benefits.