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2025 Building Fire Safety Symposium

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Register for the 2025 Building Fire Safety Symposium

Be part of the conversation shaping the future of building fire safety!

September 24-25, 2025

Le Meridien Philadelphia

Register by August 29, 2025 to receive the Early Bird rate!

Who Should Attend?

  • Architects & Designers
  • Building Officials/Inspectors
  • Engineers & Specifiers
  • Building Operators & Managers
  • Fire Services Community
  • Building Product Manufacturers
  • Students & Academics

Why Attend?

The Building Fire Safety Symposium is your premier opportunity to explore essential fire safety principles and practices, network, and connect. Join industry experts and professionals to discuss vital aspects of building fire safety and stay ahead in your field.

Call for Presentations Are Open!

Presentation Tracks & Topic Areas (click to expand)

Track One: Building Sustainability & Fire Safety

The intersection of sustainability and fire safety presents unique challenges and opportunities. Example topics for this track could include:

  • Green building fire safety initiatives
  • Integrating fire safety into urban sustainability projects
  • Resilience and fire safety in urban areas

Track Two: Case Studies & Lessons Learned

This track focuses on analyzing real-world fire incidents to extract valuable lessons and best practices. Example topics for this track could include:

  • Lessons from recent Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) fires
  • Fire events in urban settings
  • Case studies highlighting the effectiveness of building codes and fire safety strategies

Track Three: Emerging Building Fire Safety Challenges

As the built environment evolves, new fire safety challenges arise. This track invites discussions on pressing concerns and innovative solutions. Example topics for this track could include:

  • Fire safety considerations in urban mobility and building safety
  • Protecting historic buildings from fire risks
  • Addressing new hazards in modern construction practices

Track Four: Future Trends in Building Fire Safety

Advancements in technology and sustainability are shaping the future of fire safety. This track seeks presentations on cutting-edge research and forward-looking strategies. Example topics for this track could include:

  • Integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) in fire detection and prevention systems
  • Advancements in fire suppression technologies
  • The role of data analytics in proactive fire prevention

Track Five: Regulatory & Compliance Insights

Understanding and navigating the complex landscape of fire safety regulations is crucial for industry professionals. Example topics for this track could include:

  • Navigating state and local fire safety regulations
  • Compliance challenges for historic buildings
  • Impact of recent legislative changes on fire safety standards

Guidelines for Presenters (click to expand)

Submissions

– Please use submit your presentation proposal through the form below.

– If you have any questions, please contact Colton Naval at: colton_naval@americanchemistry.com.

Important Dates & Deadlines

– June 23rd, 2025: Deadline for presentation proposals submissions

– July 15th, 2025: Notification of proposal acceptance

Submit Your Proposal Here! (click to expand)

Join us as a sponsor or tabletop exhibitor and take advantage of a dynamic opportunity to connect with industry experts, showcase your solutions, and champion the critical mission of advancing building fire safety.

Explore our sponsorship options below to find the opportunity that aligns best with your goals.

To learn more or discuss sponsorship opportunities, please contact Elizabeth Bailey at: elizabeth_bailey@americanchemistry.com

Sponsorship Opportunities (click to expand)

Symposium Sponsor $10,000 (co-sponsor) OR $12,500 (exclusive sponsor)

  • Pre-symposium sponsorship acknowledgement on event website
  • Two complimentary Symposium registrations, additional registrations available at discounted
    member rate
  • Company logo on Symposium signage
  •  One complimentary tabletop exhibit ($1,845 value)
  •  Company logo on multimedia opener or first slide for the Opening and Closing remarks
  •  Verbal recognition made by facilitator in Opening and Closing remarks
  •  Two social media announcements leading up to Symposium
  •  Acknowledgement as a featured sponsor to include a brief, 40-word description*, and company
    logo in two pre-symposium emails

    • *Must be approved by NAMBA
  • Access to pre-symposium and post-symposium attendee lists
  • Thank you on post-symposium evaluation email
  • Company logo on post-symposium evaluation email

Technology Sponsor $7,500 (exclusive sponsor)

  • Pre-symposium sponsorship acknowledgement on event website
  • Customizable splash landing page
  • Company name tagged to Wi-Fi access
  • One complimentary Symposium registration, additional registrations available at discounted
    member rate
  • Option to purchase a tabletop exhibit at reduced rate of $845
  • Access to pre-symposium and post-symposium attendee lists
  • Company logo on post-symposium evaluation email

Welcome Reception $4,000 (co-sponsor) OR $7,500 (exclusive sponsor)

  • Pre-symposium sponsorship acknowledgement on event website
  • Company logo on Welcome Reception signs, where appropriate
  • One complimentary Symposium registration, additional registrations available at discounted member rate
  • Option to purchase a tabletop exhibit at reduced rate of $1345 for co-sponsor or $845 forexclusive sponsor
  • Option to provide a reception appropriate gift for attendees at sponsors’ expense*
    • *Must be approved by NAMBA
  • Access to pre-symposium and post-symposium attendee lists
  • Company logo on post-symposium evaluation email

Building Official Scholarship $2,500 (two opportunities)

  • Pre-symposium sponsorship acknowledgement on event website
  • Verbal recognition in remarks made by Opening Session facilitator
  • One complimentary Symposium registration, additional registrations available at discounted member rate
  • Access to pre-symposium and post-symposium attendee lists
  • Company logo on post-symposium evaluation email

Email Sponsor @ $2,000 per 2 emails

  • Acknowledgement as a featured sponsor to include a brief, 40-word description*, and company
    logo in two pre-symposium emails

    • *Must be approved by NAMBA
  • Access to pre-symposium and post-symposium attendee lists
  •  Logo on post-symposium evaluation email
  • *Please contact Elizabeth Bailey for the email marketing schedule

Tabletop Exhibitor Package (click to expand)

Package Details:

  • Pricing: $1,845 per tabletop exhibit
  •  1 complimentary Symposium registration, additional registrations available at
    discounted member rate
  •  1 tabletop package includes:
    •  6’ skirted table
    •  2 chairs
    •  Wastebasket
    •  Company ID sign
    •  Power
    • Wi-Fi access
    • Company listing in show directory on conference site
    • Post-symposium attendee list (no emails)

Building Official Scholarship: Applications Are Open!

Benefits (click to expand)

The Building Official Scholarship is designed to support building officials and aspiring code professionals in attending the 2025 NAMBA Building Fire Safety Symposium in Philadelphia, from September 24-25, 2025.

This scholarship provides an excellent opportunity for professionals and students to enhance their expertise in building and fire safety while networking with industry leaders.

Benefits: 

  • Complimentary Full Registration for the NAMBA Symposium
  • 2-Night Hotel Stay at the conference hotel
  • Travel Reimbursement (up to $500)

Eligibility & Selection Process (click to expand)

Two Eligibility Tracks: 

  • Current Building Officials & Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) 
  • Students in Architecture & Design, Building Codes, Construction Management, and/or Fire Science programs 

Selection Criteria:

To apply for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria: 

  • Enrolled in one of the above programs or a current building official/inspector. 
  • Demonstrated interest in building/fire safety or code enforcement. 
  • Applicants must submit a copy of their certificate or enrollment verification.

Deadlines:

  • Early Application Deadline: May 15, 2025 
  • Final Application Deadline: June 30, 2025 
  • Recipients Notified By: July 15, 2025 

Scholarship Application (click to expand)

Questions?