Partner and Exhibitor Info

For Maximum Marketing Please Register by December 10, 2026

Over the years this conference has grown to be one of the biggest of its kind in the Midwest and beyond. We are proud to say we welcome and host on average between 400 to 500 participants annually.

This event is one of the most popular, and highest rated

conferences of its kind in the world.

Welcome to Columbus, Ohio — and thank you for your interest in becoming an Exhibitor or Partner of the Fire Protection & Life Safety Forum. For more than 20 years, this event has delivered one of the nation’s most respected conferences and trade shows serving the fire service, fire and building code officials, campus safety professionals, law enforcement, general industry, and many others committed to life safety.

This two day event is designed for Fire Code Officials, Fire Marshals, Security & Law Enforcement, Facility Managers, Risk Management, Health & Safety,Campus Based Safety Profesionals, Fire Departments, Administrators, and those tasked with Managing these areas of responsibility.

Why Partner With Us?

We rely on our partners and exhibitors to help keep attendee costs low while delivering a high‑quality, fully catered, hospitality‑rich experience.

Very few conference offer the combination of: 
• Dedicated time with attendees
• A highly targeted audience
• Lunch and Hospitality with attendees
• All programming, meals, and hospitality included
• A 20‑year reputation for excellence
• A venue that brings all attendees and exhibitors together in one centralized space
• Your support directly enhances the professional development of thousands of safety professionals.

Unmatched Marketing Reach!
 
Your organization will be promoted to a national and international audience:  
• Our conferences and major events are distributed to over 100,000 fire safety experts, fire marshals, code enforcement professionals, fire chiefs, engineers, and related fields 
• Our events and conferences are marketed to nearly every college and university campus in the United States, as well as many business campuses
• Outreach extending into Canada and beyond
• Key Partners are featured on our website, viewed by tens of thousands of visitors annually

As a partner, your corporate name and information will be featured on our website and conference program, ensuring broad visibility and brand recognition. 

Thank You For Your Interest!

We appreciate your interest in supporting our Professional Development Programs. Your participation strengthens the fire and life safety community and helps ensure that critical training remains accessible and affordable.

Questions? lIf you have questions about the partner/exhibit process pease click the e-mail icon located at the top or bottom of this page or send an e-mail to Admin@LifeSafetyForum.org

We offer two options to Pay - Credit Card or be Invoiced
 

Register Your Organization Now!

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Partnering/Exhibiting/Advertising Rates

Please see descriptions and pricing options listed below

Platinum Partner - Ownership of the keynote address - $9,750

Diamond Partner - Show Notebooks w/ your logo - $4,500
 

Gold Partner - Sponsorship of Lunch, Breaks and Hospitality - $3,975

Silver Partner/Exhibitor [Table Top Exhibit Space Approximately 8'W X 8'L] - Conference Exhibitor - $975

Silver Partner/Exhibitor [Large or Over-Sized Exhibit Space Approximately 10'W X 8'L]- Conference Exhibitor - $ 1,100 Requires approval

Non-Profit Organization - Silver Partner/Exhibitor [Table Top Exhibit Space Approximately 8'W X 8'L] - Conference Exhibitor - $850

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PLATINUM/GOLD/DIAMOND - Partners Receive the Following

1. Identification on all electronic advertising and marketing proomotions.

2. Platinum - Five (5) complimentary conference registrations packages including all meals and hospitality. Free Hotel Sunday and Monday for up to two (2) people of your choice. More registrations may be offered if needed. Ability to attend all educational sessions.

3. Gold/Diamond - Three (3) complimentary conference registrations packages including all meals and hospitality. Ability to attend all educational sessions.

4. Exhibit space - [Large Exhibit Space Approximately 12'W X 8'L]. 

5. Electric, tables, chairs and other amenities to make your space look professional.

6. Logo and link to sponsor’s web site on conference web page.

7. Verbal acknowledgement by seminar host.

8. Opportunity to submit for presentation at technical sessions (prior to the submission cut off date).

9. Seminar attendee mailing list (Electronic Version).

10. Opportunity to meet with attendees at various events.

11. Key exhibit space for the duration of Seminar.

12. Staff assistant access all conference.

13. One page advertisement in the conference schedule package.

14. Meals with attendees.

15. Oversized and non table-top exhibits need approval.

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SILVER - Partners Receive the Following

We do have exhibit space available to those wishing to promote their products.  For a small fee you will get the following:

1. Exhibit space. Either - [Table Top Exhibit Space Approximately 8'W X 8'L] or [Large Exhibit Space Approximately 10'W X 8'L]

2. Oversized exhibits need prior approval

3. Attendee mailing list - (Electronic Version)

4. Reduced conference registration package  (see details outlined below)

5. Two (2) Free Conferences Registration Packages. Ability to attend all educational sessions, meals included

6. Free - Electric, tables, chairs, staff assistance if needed with setup

7. Meals with attendees

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EMERALD PARTNER – unable to attend the conference, but would like a presence

If you are not able to attend the conference, but would like to get your company information out to our attendees, we will include YOUR COMPANY information and a one-page advertisement in our conference schedule packet.

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Food and Lodging Package Costs

If you chose to be a partner or exhibitor, we require all partners/exhibitors to make all of your hotel reservations and pay directly to the Hyatt. Lunch, breaks and hospitality is provided for your staff attending free of charge (based upon your sponsorship level).  Additional staff are welcome to attend for reduced pricing. Please contact us directly regarding adding additional staff to the event.

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Exhibitor/Partner Terms and Conditions

Payment and Terms
Exhibit space cost and payment terms are stated herein. All payments are non-refundable. In the event of a cancellation by Exhibitor, the Booth Fee will not be reduced or refunded, and the total amount will be due. If the conference is cancelled for any reason beyond conference management’s reasonable control (e.g., an act of god, pandamic, lack of attendance, fire, civil disturbance, power failure, hotel cancelling event, etc.) Exhibitor’s responsibility will be what has actually been paid on account of this contract and those monies will be credited towards a sponsorship of a future event at the discretion of the conference management. 

Booth Assignment
Management reserves the right to make all final determinations relating to space assignments and booth sizes. Management shall have no liability for its failure or inability to comply with Exhibitor’s requests. Exhibitors shall have no right to cancel this contract because of Management’s failure to meet or comply with the Exhibitors request.

Fire, Safety and Health
Exhibitor assumes all responsibility for compliance with City of Columbus and the State of Ohio ordinances and regulations covering fire, safety and health.

Licenses/Permits
Exhibitor shall be responsible for obtaining any licenses, permits or approvals required under local or state law applicable to their activity at the exposition. Exhibitor shall be responsible for paying all taxes, license fees or other charges that shall become due to any government authority in connection with their activities at the exposition.

Exhibitor Functions During Exposition Hours

Exhibitor’s booth will be open during conference educational workshop hours.

Installation and Removal
Exhibitor must install their exhibit before the opening of the exposition. The Official exhibition tear down time will begin 1:00pm Tuesday. You are welcome to stay longer.

Property Loss or Damage
All exhibit property is the responsibility of the Exhibitor. The Management of the Hyatt Regency Columbus, The Greater Columbus Convention Center and Campus Fire Safety Com LLC and their owners, employees, affiliates, partners and managers are not responsible of any loss or damaged property.

Liability and Insurance
Exhibitor shall obtain and keep in force during the term of the installation and use of the exhibit premises, policies of comprehensive Commercial General Liability Insurance and Contractual Liability Insurance insuring and specifically referring to contractual liability in an amount not less than $1,000,000 Combined Single Limit for personal injury and property damage. To Include Campus Fire Safety Com LLC.

Other Rules and Regulations
Management reserves the right to change the rules and regulations and to make additional rules and regulations as needed.

Security
Each exhibitor shall be responsible for securing their own property. The conference exhibit area is located in the foyer (public area) of the meeting rooms used for this event. There is no additional security provided above and beyond what is in place by the hotel staff periodically walking the area. The Management of the Hyatt Regency Columbus, The Greater Columbus Convention Center, Conference Sponsors, and Campus Fire Safety Com LLC and their owners, employees, affiliates, and managers are not responsible of any loss or damaged property.

There is no additional security provided specifically for the conference.
 
Thank you - Our Partners and Exhibitors
This event is underwritten by many corporate partners who assist in making this conference one of the most affordable, enjoyable and professional programs in the world - Thank you!