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Here’s why you belong at the largest industry event of its kind in North America.

Every year thousands of the top fire, electrical, and building safety professionals from all over the country—and around the world—consider attending the NFPA Conference & Expo a MUST. What do they know that keeps them coming back? They know there’s no better place to be when they’re looking for ways to do a better job…update their knowledge…solve a problem…save money…make more money…keep up with their competition… and much more. Whatever their reasons may be, you’re sure to find plenty of great reasons of your own to attend, including:

1. Get information you can use on the job immediately.
Sessions are geared toward practical knowledge that makes even complex safety issues easy to understand and apply in the workplace.

2. Learn directly from the leading authorities.
Conference speakers include the industry’s top experts, providing their expertise and insight.

3. Gain up-to-date knowledge on current industry topics.
NFPA helps develop the codes and standards, so you can be sure you’re getting the most current technical information available.

4. Select sessions for your specific needs.
With 12 tracks and more than 150 sessions to choose from, you can schedule your time to maximum advantage.

5. Earn valuable continuing education credits.
CEUs will be awarded for most sessions and standards forums to help you keep up with your licensing requirements.

Video: President of NFPA, James Shannon, gives highlights of the 2013 NFPA Conference & Expo.

6. Extend your training opportunities.
Take advantage of pre- and post-conference seminars to get the maximum value from conference attendance.

7. Make your voice heard.
Take part in shaping future codes and standards at the Association Technical Meeting.

8. Network with your peers.
There will be plenty of opportunities to meet fellow professionals to exchange information and ideas.

9. Meet more than 300 top solution providers at the Expo.
The exhibit hall will be filled with product and service experts willing to share their knowledge and help solve your problems.

10. Advance your career faster.
Expand your professional perspective and industry profile, making you a more valuable asset to any business.