𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 & 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐬! Ready to make your time at COBC 2024 unforgettable? We’ve got a lineup just for you at the beautiful Hilton Pensacola Beach. Here’s what’s happening this week:
𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬/𝐑𝐮𝐧𝐬: Kickstart your day with fresh air and good company! Join us every morning from Tuesday to Thursday. We meet in the Hilton lobby at 6:00 AM. No RSVP needed, just lace up and show up!
𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐟𝐚𝐬𝐭: Join us Wednesday, May 1st at 9:00 AM for a special breakfast. Meet in the lobby and start your day with great food and even better company. Please RSVP as soon as you can to secure your spot bit.ly/COBC-Spouse-2024
𝐘𝐨𝐠𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: On Thursday, May 2nd at 8:00 AM, unwind with a yoga session behind the pool area. Whether on the grass or the beach sand (we’ll see!), we’ve got the mats if you’ve got the moves! bit.ly/COBC-Spouse-2024
Get ready to kick off 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐎𝐍𝐄 of 𝐂𝐎𝐁𝐂 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 tomorrow with a powerhouse lineup of speakers at the Hilton Pensacola Beach! Doors open at the Royal Palm Ballroom at 7:30 AM sharp! Grab a coffee at Salt Pensacola Beach and settle in for a transformative day.
𝘔𝘖𝘙𝘕𝘐𝘕𝘎 𝘚𝘌𝘚𝘚𝘐𝘖𝘕 & 𝘒𝘌𝘠𝘕𝘖𝘛𝘌: Starting at 8:00 AM, don’t miss 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐋𝐞𝐞𝐛 from the 𝐅𝐃𝐍𝐘 as he dives into the “𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝.” Expect a compelling discussion on training, teamwork, and mentorship that’ll inspire your leadership path! Cornerstones of Leadership
𝘗𝘖𝘚𝘛-𝘓𝘜𝘕𝘊𝘏 𝘚𝘌𝘚𝘚𝘐𝘖𝘕: After you refuel, join 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐇𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐰𝐲𝐤 from the 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐢𝐜, 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐉𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐲 𝐅𝐃. He’ll be presenting “𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡.” Gear up for practical insights into enhancing operational teamwork! Beyond the Basics Fire Training & Consulting
𝘊𝘓𝘖𝘚𝘐𝘕𝘎 𝘚𝘌𝘚𝘚𝘐𝘖𝘕: Closing the day, don’t miss 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐃𝐫. 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐬𝐡𝐛𝐲 from the 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐬 𝐅𝐃 with her insightful presentation on “𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐨𝐦 𝐔𝐩.” A perfect wrap-up focusing on cultivating leadership at all levels. ELITE Public Safety Consulting
Don’t miss this chance to learn from some of the best in the business. Connect with fellow firefighters, share experiences, and take your skills to the next level. See you tomorrow there tomorrow morning!
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View my latest article from the Command & Control Success column within the April 2024 issue of Firehouse Magazine titled SIZE MATTERS. Check out the summary below and use the link above to read the full article on Firehouse.com. Also be sure to scroll down for links to Chief Isakson’s 12 articles on Firehouse.com
Command & Control Success: Size Matters(Summary)
Curt Isakson’s article discusses the critical decisions fireground commanders face when selecting fire hoses, highlighting that bigger isn’t always better. Isakson explains that while large-diameter hoses (LDH) can transport significant volumes of water, they are bulky and difficult to manage, requiring extensive manpower to maneuver. In contrast, smaller hoses like the 3-inch variety offer easier handling and faster deployment, often with fewer personnel.
Isakson also addresses the phenomenon of “hose creep,” where hoses expand under high pressure, potentially complicating flow rates and friction loss calculations crucial for effective water delivery. He advocates for a strategic approach in hose selection, emphasizing the importance of choosing the right hose based on tactical needs and quality to enhance fire suppression effectiveness.
#FDIC2024 Chief Curt Isakson Commanding from the Sidelines
Commanding From The Sidelines | 4/16/24 | 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Command Success: Commanding from the Sidelines This fast paced half day program will cover fireground size-up and what to look for based on the resources assigned to the alarm. Understanding time delayed tactics, Isakson will show how you can make the most of the first arriving companies before all hands arrive. It is critical to be realistic with what your assigned resources can and cannot do based on each company’s actual capabilities based on apparatus, training, and experience – a three person ladder with a step up officer, new driver, and rookie assigned cannot do what a four person, seasoned crew can do. It is important that the fireground commander use the size-up and understanding of time delayed tactics to properly assign crews to get the most out of your bench to mitigate the incident.
Fire Engineering is hosting their annual conference FDIC International April 15-20, 2024 at the Indiana Convention Center & Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, Indiana.
FDIC International offers world-class instructors, classrooms, workshops, H.O.T. Evolutions and innovative products and services available to the industry displayed by over 800 exhibiting companies.
Commanding From The Sidelines | 4/16/24 | 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Command Success: Commanding from the Sidelines This fast paced half day program will cover fireground size-up and what to look for based on the resources assigned to the alarm. Understanding time delayed tactics, Isakson will show how you can make the most of the first arriving companies before all hands arrive. It is critical to be realistic with what your assigned resources can and cannot do based on each company’s actual capabilities based on apparatus, training, and experience – a three person ladder with a step up officer, new driver, and rookie assigned cannot do what a four person, seasoned crew can do. It is important that the fireground commander use the size-up and understanding of time delayed tactics to properly assign crews to get the most out of your bench to mitigate the incident.
VIEW CHIEF ISAKSON'S NEW COMMAND & CONTROL VIDEO BELOW
Battalion Chief Boot Camp is a new Cohort Learning Program delivered solely by Chief Isakson over all FIVE DAYS from 8:00am–5:30pm Monday-Friday, and 6:00pm-9:00pm Sunday & Friday.
The ONE OF A KIND, Five Day 50-hour Battalion Chief Leadership & Tactics program will take place February 2nd – 8th, 2025 in Pensacola Beach, Florida at the Hilton Pensacola Beach Gulfside Convention Center. BCBC February ’25 will enhance even the most experienced Command Officer. Check-in Starts Sunday February 2, 2024 at 3:00 PM.
This attendee cohort learning concept is about MAXIMIZING every moment, Sunday Night through Saturday Morning. Be ready and willing for a 100% ALL IN, classroom participation learning experience, inclusive social learning experience, and opportunity for attendees to form a professional networking group to build your Chief Officer skills, and continuing to share experiences together.
This event has a limited number of attendees to encourage participation and relationship building. By limiting attendance, we can create an environment that fosters more engaging discussions and a greater exchange of ideas among attendees, leading to more effective collaboration and a stronger sense of community.
STRONG COMMAND MAXIMIZES STRONG TACTICS NEW VIDEO BELOW
Battalion Chief Boot Camp is a specialized and innovative training program exclusively developed and presented by Chief Isakson. The program is designed to provide aspiring and current battalion chiefs with advanced knowledge and skills required to excel in their roles.
The program is structured to be intensive, comprehensive, and focused on practical application. Through a combination of hands-on exercises, lectures, and discussions, participants will gain a deep understanding of various aspects of battalion chief responsibilities, including incident command, leadership, strategic planning, and decision making.
This program takes a practical and holistic approach to training, ensuring that participants are equipped with the skills and knowledge required to face the challenges of their roles with confidence and competence. Elevate your command skills to new heights with the Battalion Chief Leadership & Tactics Program.
This unparalleled training course is designed to instill confidence and equip Command Officers with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their role. The program offers a comprehensive curriculum that caters to the needs of both experienced and novice officers.
Upon completion, you will possess the tools and strategies needed to effectively lead your team, drive success, and achieve outstanding organizational performance. Enroll now to take the first step toward becoming a highly skilled and respected Command Officer.
Throughout the week Chief Isakson will share his successes and failures: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly, encompassing his 19-years of real world experiences as a “LINE” Battalion Chief in a Metro County responding to ALL FIRES on-duty, and sometime off-duty. This will be a class based on real-world experience in very diverse settings.
ATTENDEES WILL LEAVE WITH A BOOK OF NOTES FROM THEIR WEEK OF LEARNING
While Chief Isakson downloads his experiences and knowledge, students will be able to listen and focus on lectures instead of trying to take notes. Attendees will leave at the end of the week with a typed digital copy of notes covered through the week
This will be a very unique training opportunity. It will be HUGE for students that are not that great at taking notes, and operating in a county fire department that provides fire protection in a very diverse setting.
MORE MORE MORE .... YES MORE FOR OUR BCBC FEB 24 COHORT ATTENDEES
CFT Tumbler for Discounts and some FREE non-alcoholic drinks
CFT Wristband for Discounts at Local Establishments
CFT Challenge Coin
CFT Battalion Chief Boot Camp Golf Shirt
Course Completion Certificate Framed
Structured Set of Notes from the Class
BATTALION CHIEF BOOT CAMP FEB2025 REGISTRATION
GET TO KNOW MORE ABOUT CHIEF CURT ISAKSON
Curt “Ike” Isakson is a 34+ year veteran of the fire service, professional speaker, motivator, educator, and consultant with experience working in volunteer, career, and combination departments in urban, suburban, rural, and countywide settings.
He has been a “LINE” Battalion Chief for Escambia County Fire Rescue in Florida for the last 19 years with his primary duty of responding to fires and emergencies.
Before his last 21 years with Escambia, Curt was a Company Officer with the Pensacola Fire Department assigned to Heavy Rescue 31 for 9 years.
The Hilton Hotel will offer discounted rooms starting at $99. Registered BCBC attendees will receive an email with the lodging group code once it’s available, and it will also be included in their registration confirmation email.
Front desk staff at the Hilton Pensacola Beach will confirm program registration during your stay to maintain your reduced rate. You may be charged the Max Rack Rate per night if you’re not part of the program.
FREE PNS AIRPORT SHUTTLE
County Fire Tactics sponsored airport shuttles will get attendees to and from the Pensacola Airport (PNS) on Sunday, and Saturday only.
Sunday, 2/2/2025, arrivals before 5:00pm will locate a Shuttle outside Baggage Claim 3 at Pensacola International Airport.
Saturday, 2/8/2025, departures will locate a Shuttle outside the Fairfield Inn & Suites Pensacola Beach lobby. Historically the shuttle will start between 3:30am and 4:00am for the earliest flights and end at 11:00am.
Registration will open approximately one week before the start of CFT’s Battalion Chief Boot Camp February 2025, shuttle registration is required.
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Curt Isakson is a 34 year veteran of the Fireservice. He has been a Line Battalion Chieffor the last 19 years in Escambia County withhis primary duty of commanding fires andemergencies.
Curt will share his failures & successes: TheGood, The Bad, & The Ugly, encompassinghis 19 years as a Line Battalion Chief in aMetro County responding to all Fires whileon duty and sometimes off duty. This will bea class based on real world experience invery diverse settings.
Battalion Chief Boot Camp:
“Strong Command Maximizes Strong Tactics”
Battalion Chief Boot Camp is a specialized and innovative training program exclusively developed and presented by Chief Isakson. The program is designed to provide aspiring and current battalion chiefs with advanced knowledge and skills required to excel in their roles. The program is structured to beintensive, comprehensive, and focused onpractical application. Through a combination of hands-on exercises, lectures, and discussions, participants will gain a deep understanding of various aspects of battalion chief responsibilities, including incident command, leadership, strategic planning, and decision making. This program takes a practical and holistic approach totraining, ensuring that participants areequipped with the skills and knowledgerequired to face the challenges of their roleswith confidence and competence.
Elevate your command skills to new heightswith the Battalion Chief Leadership & TacticsProgram. This unparalleled training course isdesigned to instill confidence and equipCommand Officers with the necessary skillsand knowledge to excel in their role. Theprogram offers a comprehensive curriculumthat caters to the needs of both experiencedand novice officers. Upon completion, youwill possess the tools and strategies neededto effectively lead your team, drive success,and achieve outstanding organizationalperformance. Enroll now to take the first steptoward becoming a highly skilled andrespected Command Officer.
This event has a limited number of attendeesto encourage participation and relationshipbuilding. By limiting attendance, we cancreate an environment that fosters moreengaging discussions and a greaterexchange of ideas among attendees, leadingto more effective collaboration and astronger sense of community.This is a 50-hour, FIVE day program from8:00 am – 5:30 pm.
This class offers an excellent opportunity forstudents who may find note-takingchallenging or dislike note-taking. Byactively listening to the lectures, attendeescan focus on the subject matter. Detailednotes have been taken during multiplesessions by Kyle Romagus. These noteswere then transcribed and compiled into astructured set of notes, which will bedistributed to students. Overall, this courseprovides an effective learning experience forstudents who desire a more streamlinedapproach to note-taking.
This learning concept focuses onMAXIMIZING every moment from SundayNight to Saturday Morning. Prepare for a100% ALL IN classroom participationlearning experience, inclusive social learningexperience, and opportunities for attendeesto form a professional networking group.
Session Information:
This session will take place February 2-8,2025 at the Hilton on Pensacola Beach,Florida.The Hilton’s discounted rooms start at $99.All registered BCBC attendees will receive anemail containing the lodging group code assoon as it is made available.
Once it is available, the lodging group codewill be included in the attendee’s registrationconfirmation email.` Shuttles will run on Sunday, February 2ndand Saturday, February 8th to and from ThePensacola Airport and the Hilton, PensacolaBeach.Battalion Chief Boot Camp check-in beginson Sunday, February 2nd at 3:00 pm.
Attendees will need Class A uniform for Monday and business casual for the rest ofthe week. If you don’t have a Class A, please bring Class B uniform.
Investment:
Early Registration Investment -$550
Regular Registration Investment -$750
Your Investment Includes:
Shuttle to and from the Pensacola Airportand The Hilton on Pensacola Beach
Wristband for Discounts at LocalEstablishments
Challenge Coin
CFT Battalion Chief Boot Camp Golf Shirt
Framed Certificate
Structured Set of Notes from the Class
***Please note: Meals are NOT included in this session. However, all attendees are highly encouraged to eat together.
The 𝗙𝗗𝗡𝗬 & 𝗨𝗟 𝗙𝗦𝗥𝗜 have released a 𝗩𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗢 𝗡𝗔𝗥𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗗 by 𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗘𝗙 𝗙𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗞 𝗟𝗘𝗘𝗕, modeling the 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗘 𝗕𝗘𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗜𝗢𝗥 & 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗪 𝗣𝗔𝗧𝗛 that led to the 𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗗𝗨𝗧𝗬 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗛 𝗢𝗙 𝗙𝗗𝗡𝗬 𝗙𝗙 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗢𝗧𝗛𝗬 𝗞𝗟𝗘𝗜𝗡 that occurred on 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟 𝟮𝟰𝗧𝗛, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟮. Find the 𝗩𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗢 𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗞 𝗕𝗘𝗟𝗢𝗪 in addition to 𝗦𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗗𝗗𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗙𝗗𝗡𝗬 𝗧𝗜𝗣𝗦 𝗙𝗥𝗢𝗠 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 & 𝗦𝗔𝗙𝗘𝗧𝗬 that relate directly to this incident and 𝗢𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥 𝗦𝗜𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗥 𝗙𝗙 𝗟𝗢𝗗𝗗 𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗔𝗖𝗥𝗢𝗦𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡.
If you are arriving after 5:00 pm on Sunday, please complete the registration. Depending on the total number of later arriving attendees, shuttle operation times may be extended but historically have not been extended.
SHUTTLE REQUEST FORM
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CFT encourages an earlier arrival on Sunday for all BCBC attendees if possible to ensure smooth conference check-in, hotel check-in, and be ready for the start of the Battalion Chief Boot Camp on Sunday evening, February 4th, 2024.
Sunday, 2/4/2024, arrivals will locate a Shuttle Van outside Baggage Claim 3 at Pensacola International Airport.
Sunday, 2/4/2024, courtesy shuttle van service operational times are 10:00am to 5:30pm. But may start as early as 9:00am if large amounts of attendees & spouses are arriving early.
Saturday, 2/10/2024, departures will locate a Dream Catcher Shuttle outside the Fairfield Inn & Suites lobby.
Saturday, 2/10/2024, shuttle service on Saturday morning will begin very early to ensure your arrival at the Pensacola Airport. Shuttle service historically begins before 04:00 am to ensure attendees on time arrival for early flights.
Saturday, 2/10/2024, registered attendees will be assigned a specific shuttle departure time based on your flight departure time.
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Snohomish Regional Fire & Rescue is hosting Battalion Chief Curt Isakson the March, 7th 2024 in Woodinville, WA..
This one day seminar will feature presentations by Chief Isakson covering leadership and tactics from the firehouse to the fireground, and what it takes to succeed.
Curt “Ike” Isakson is a 30+ year veteran of the fire service, professional speaker, motivator, educator, and consultant with experience working in volunteer, career, and combination departments in urban, suburban, rural, and countywide settings.
He is currently a Battalion Chief for Escambia County Fire Rescue in Florida where he has worked for the last 21 years. Before his time with Escambia, Curt was a Company Officer with the Pensacola Fire Department assigned to Heavy Rescue 31 for 9 years.
𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 & 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐬! Ready to make your time at COBC 2024 unforgettable? We’ve got a lineup just for you at the beautiful Hilton Pensacola Beach. Here’s what’s happening this week:
𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐬/𝐑𝐮𝐧𝐬: Kickstart your day with fresh air and good company! Join us every morning from Tuesday to Thursday. We meet in the Hilton lobby at 6:00 AM. No RSVP needed, just lace up and show up!
𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐟𝐚𝐬𝐭: Join us Wednesday, May 1st at 9:00 AM for a special breakfast. Meet in the lobby and start your day with great food and even better company. Please RSVP as soon as you can to secure your spot bit.ly/COBC-Spouse-2024
𝐘𝐨𝐠𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: On Thursday, May 2nd at 8:00 AM, unwind with a yoga session behind the pool area. Whether on the grass or the beach sand (we’ll see!), we’ve got the mats if you’ve got the moves! bit.ly/COBC-Spouse-2024
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐟𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬? 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐭 𝐮𝐬 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰: 𝐑𝐒𝐕𝐏 𝐍𝐎𝐖. bit.ly/COBC-Spouse-2024
