IFBA 2023 CONVENTION MILWAUKEE

Our Team

Our History

Our amazing Convention Planning Team of 14 Members of the Milwaukee Fire Bell Club are dedicated to insuring that you have a fabulous time in Milwaukee.

Meet the Team

Our History

The Milwaukee Fire Bell Club, a nonprofit organization was formed back in 1947 to provide civilian support to the Milwaukee Fire Department. In 1953 it was instrumental in the founding of the International Fire Buff Associates.

Every 10 years, in honor of the founding of the IFBA, we host an anniversary convention.

Our Mission

Our History

Our Mission

We focus on making the maximum positive experience for our convention attendees. Our club members and all volunteers, provide the driving force behind the success of the 2023 convention.

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The Convention registration form is now available.

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Schedule of Events

Here's a drafted schedule of events to look forward too.

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Convention FAQs

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Places to See in MKE

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Places to See in MKE

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Places to See in MKE

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Schedule of Events

08/14/23

Opening Ceremony

9AM

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10PM

Double Tree Hotel

Event Details

08/14/23

Opening Ceremony

6am-9am Registration open in hospitality room Breakfast buffet in Hotel Restaurant (don’t forget to bring your ticket)

9:30am Opening Ceremo...

Event Details

9AM

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10PM

Double Tree Hotel

08/15/23

Day 2

9AM

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10PM

Double Tree Hotel

Event Details

08/15/23

Day 2

6:00am - 8:00am Breakfast buffet in Hotel Restaurant (don’t forget to bring your ticket)

8:30am promptly Buses leave for Venerable Fire Muse...

Event Details

9AM

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10PM

Double Tree Hotel

08/16/23

Day 3

9AM

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10PM

Double Tree Hotel

Event Details

08/16/23

Day 3

6:00am - 8:00am Breakfast buffet in Hotel Restaurant (don’t forget to bring your ticket)

8:30 am Annual IFBA Business Meeting 10:00 am Progr...

Event Details

9AM

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10PM

Double Tree Hotel

08/17/23

Day 4

9AM

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10PM

Double Tree Hotel

Event Details

08/17/23

Day 4

6:00am - 8:00am Breakfast buffet in Hotel Restaurant (don’t forget to bring your ticket)

9:00am Program - Underwriter Laboratories / Fire Sa...

Event Details

9AM

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10PM

Double Tree Hotel

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach out if you cannot find an answer to your question.

How many days before/after the convention are the quoted hotel rates available?

The $149 per night rate is available three days before and three days after the convention. When registering you will be able to change the arriving and departing dates.

Will we have ‘free time’ during the convention?

Yes, the convention committee realizes that all of us need some breaks, so we will have some times during the day for you to catch your breath, and every evening (except Thursday for the banquet) you will have time to yourself to relax, buff, enjoy each other’s company in the hospitality room, explore the downtown area (See Places to Visit below) , or enjoy a nice dinner.

When will the registration forms be available?

We are currently working on finalizing our plans, so we plan to have the forms online no later than February 15, 2023.

Does the hotel provide a shuttle to and from the airport?

Unfortunately, all Milwaukee downtown hotels do not provide airport shuttles anymore. There are shuttles available for ‘hire’. Uber/ Lift are other options. The Milwaukee Fire Bell Club will work out a plan to see if we can ‘shuttle’ guests as needed. (STAY TUNED FOR UPDATES ON THIS.)

Does the hotel have a swimming pool?

It seems that the majority of downtown hotels have eliminated their swimming pools. While you can’t swim in it, the pool area has become a really nice sundeck. Lake Michigan is not far from the hotel and does have some beaches. The hotel does have a fitness center available for your use.

Will there be any vendors at events we participate in?

The Milwaukee Fire Department’s Local 215 Retiree’s Picnic will have some vendors at the site. We are planning on getting some vendors into the hotel. (STAY TUNED FOR UPDATED INFORMATION in our announcements.)

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Meet the rest of our team

Bob

Ashley

Tanya

* 2023 IFBA Convention President

* Sponsors, Ad Book Committee

MFBC Member since 2001

Former IFBA Region 6 VP

Tanya

Ashley

Tanya

* Sponsors, Ad Book Committee

* Media / Website Committee

MFBC Member since 2020

Ashley

* Sponsors, Ad Book Committee

MFBC Member since 2018

Bob

Eddie

Ashley

* Sponsors, Ad Book Committee

MFBC Member Since 1986

Eddie

* Sponsors, Ad Book Committee

MFBC Member Since 2008

Tim

Eddie

*Publicity Committee

MFBC Member Since 2018

Kristian

*Publicity Committee

MFBC Member Since 2015

Chris

Kristian

*Treasurer

MFBC Member Since 1972

Gary

Kristian

Gary

*Fire Department Liaison

MFBC Member Since 2008

Retired Chief of Greendale FD

Ron

Gary

*Fire Department Liaison

MFBC Member Since 1998

Dan

Ron

Dan

*Fire Department Liaison

MFD Battalion Chief

MFBC Member 1998

Milwaukee THE PLACE TO BE IN 2023

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Site Content

Announcements

Schedule of Events

Schedule of Events

Schedule of Events

Schedule of Events

Schedule of Events

Convention FAQs

Schedule of Events

Places to See in MKE

Places to See in MKE

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Places to See in MKE

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The Milwaukee Fire Bell Club

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Announcements

Additional Information

Schedule of Events

08/14/23

Opening Ceremony

9AM

-

10PM

08/14/23

Opening Ceremony

9AM

-

10PM

08/15/23

Day 2

9AM

-

10PM

08/15/23

Day 2

9AM

-

10PM

08/16/23

Day 3

9AM

-

10PM

08/16/23

Day 3

9AM

-

10PM

08/17/23

Day 4

9AM

-

10PM

08/17/23

Day 4

9AM

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10PM

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Frequently Asked Questions

Places to Visit

Meet our Convention planning Team

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