2024 Annual Int'l Educational Symposium

September 9-12, 2024 - Myrtle Beach, SC (Travel Dates Sept. 8 and Sept. 13)

SHERATON MYRTLE BEACH HOTEL

Step into a thoughtfully designed guest experience at Sheraton Myrtle Beach. Nestled in downtown Myrtle Beach two blocks from the scenic boardwalk, the Sheraton offers comfort and modern touches like TVs with premium movie channels and floor-to-ceiling windows in their rooms.

Hotel room rate is $160 single/double per night plus 13% applicable taxes.  The room block is limited so please make your reservations early.  The room block may fill-up prior to the cut-off.  Reservations can be made at this LINK.

ROOM BLOCK CUT-OFF DATE IS 8/16/24

A negotiated Self-Parking rate at the hotel is $8.  There is no Valet Parking available.

We have contracted an over-flow hotel if the Sheraton should fill-up.  More informaton will be available on this property in the future.  The room rate is $199 per night plus applicable taxes/fees, so please plan accordingly.

For more detailed information on the symposium , here is a LINK to the brochure.

NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING

Notice of the annual meeting of the Aircraft Rescue & Fire Fighting Working Group, Inc. is hereby given. The meeting will be held at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center, 2101 N. Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 local time. The meeting is called for the purpose of receiving annual reports of the Officers and Directors, and to transact such business which comes before the ARFFWG.

The ARFF Working Group Annual Int’l Educational Symposium is the premier event for the aviation firefighting industry. We expect 60+ companies to exhibit at this year’s program. This is also an “Equipment Year” so many of the major ARFF Truck manufacturers will also display their vehicles.  This is the perfect opportunity to visit and shop for products and services that deal specifically with the aviation fire safety and protection industry. 

Your commitment to the ARFFWG helps to fund not only the Annual Symposium, but other educational programs promoted and supported by the ARFFWG throughout the year. The basic registration for the 2024 symposium is $825 (early) member rate, and includes full attendance rights to all ARFFWG activities. On-site registration will take place on Monday, September 9^th   at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center at 2:00 pm through 7:00 P.M. and on Tuesday, September 10^th from 7:30 A.M. through 2:00 P.M. , same location. 

If you are interested in presenting at this program, please complete the “Call for Papers” form at this LINK, and submit to Barbara@arffwg.org. Deadline to submit is June 5, 2024.  Our program fills up quickly, submit your paper soon! 

Nominations will be received for Directors from EVEN Numbered Sections outlined in the current ARFFWG Bylaws until June 10, 2024. Directors of the ARFFWG carry out the management functions of the ARFFWG. From these Directors five (5) Officers are chosen who are delegated to run the day to day administration. The Director positions are an excellent opportunity to become directly involved in ARFFWG operations.

We encourage each of you to consider running. The Nomination form is available at the button above  or by request at Barbara@arffwg.org. Nomination forms must be received no later than June 10, 2024. All nominees will be allowed an opportunity to introduce themselves, and address the audience during the Business Meeting on Tuesday, September 10^th. All nomination forms will be posted for all to read. 

AWARDS PROGRAM

The ARFF Working Group's Annual Awards Program was developed to recognize superior achievement in the advancement of aviation fire protection, prevention, operations, equipment, training, management and media participation.

Below are links for the Awards Program and nomination form, and also the Legend Award Criteria and Legend Award Nomination form.

EXHIBITOR INFORMATION

The ARFF Working Group Int’l Educational Symposium, provides aviation fire safety manufacturers/suppliers unmatched international exposure for their products to the largest gathering of ARFF professionals in one location.

Our members are well versed on the products and services they want to see in the exhibit area.  For some of our members, this is the one chance each year to see the products and services that are available to the aviation firefighting community.

The ARFF Working Group Annual Symposium, is the premier event for the aviation firefighting industry. This 4-day program will be packed with educational content and the opportunity to network with airport firefighters and industry experts from around the world. 

Each 10x10 Exhibit Space for $1,750(Member ) $2,245(Non-Member).  The following benefits are included:

• Two (2) Full Registrations
• All Food Functions Inside the Exhibit Area Including:
• Two (2) Hour Welcome Reception w/Food & Beverage
• Three (3) Full Breakfast Buffets
• Three (3) Full Lunch Buffets
• Six (6) Coffee/Tea Breaks
• Company Listing on Registration Platform
• Company Name/Logo Listed on Mobile App
• Access to All Educational Sessions
• Registration Roster Pre and Post Event

This year we have the opportunity to display trucks in the venue. Vendors can purchase from 100’ to 600’ feet of exhibit space. If additional space is required, this will be negotiated on a per space basis. The space is NOT carpeted.

Don't forget to take advantage of the "Early Bird" rate a 15% discount on posted rates.  Ends on June 1, 2024

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION

The right combination of advertising, sponsorship and pre and post show marketing opportunities will enhance the experience you as an exhibitor have at the symposium, and in expanding your client base at the close of the symposium. The ARFF Working Group appreciates the support we receive from our exhibitors and partners in the aviation fire protection industry. Your participation as a sponsor helps offset some of the major expenses for conducting a quality symposium. To extend your message beyond the borders of your booth the ARFF Working Group has put together a variety of options for Exhibitors to increase their name recognition and visibility. In addition to the traditional “Medal” sponsorships, we have expanded the sponsorship opportunities for our Sustaining Members who would like to increase their visibility with symposium attendees.

A number of options are available for this year’s sponsorship program. You will note donations can be made at various levels in support of symposium events; Diamond, Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze; or you can choose from the various other sponsorship options available. Exhibitors/sponsors can also make a non-specific pledge in support of the symposium at a contribution amount of your choice.