Milwaukee THE PLACE TO BE IN 2023
IFBA 70th Anniversary Convention
AUGUST 14, 2023 - AUGUST 17, 2023
IFBA 70th Anniversary Convention
AUGUST 14, 2023 - AUGUST 17, 2023
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.
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.
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.
The date is approaching fast and we’re making preparations. Don’t miss out!
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The Convention registration form is now available.
Here's a drafted schedule of events to look forward too.
Have questions about the convention? We have answers. Click the link below to find out more.
Milwaukee has so much to offer. Here are just a few places to visit while you enjoy your stay in Milwaukee.
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CONVENTION REGISTRATION before June 1st, 2023 $289.00 (US FUNDS ONLY) (After June 1st full registration is $350) Scan QR code to pay with PayPal.
Make your HOTEL RESERVATIONS at the CONVENTION RATE OF $149 PER NIGHT + TAX: You must make your reservations on your own through the hotel website link.
Double Tree Hotel
6am-9am Registration open in hospitality room Breakfast buffet in Hotel Restaurant (don’t forget to bring your ticket)
9:30am Opening Ceremo...
Double Tree Hotel
Double Tree Hotel
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...
Double Tree Hotel
Double Tree Hotel
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...
Double Tree Hotel
Double Tree Hotel
6:00am - 8:00am Breakfast buffet in Hotel Restaurant (don’t forget to bring your ticket)
9:00am Program - Underwriter Laboratories / Fire Sa...
Double Tree Hotel
Your purchase of an ad in the program books will enable us to meet our goals and improve our service to local Fire Departments. Ads run from $10 for a business card size listing, $25 for a quarter page ad, $50 for a half page and $75 for a full page. Your ad purchase will help fund our mission. Click the purchase button or use the QR code.
All ads will be published in full color.
The inside back cover has been sold.
Please reach out if you cannot find an answer to your question.
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.
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.
We are currently working on finalizing our plans, so we plan to have the forms online no later than February 15, 2023.
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.)
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.
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.)
If you already have an account follow the steps on your app to complete the transaction. If you'd prefer not to open an account you can still click on the purchase button and complete your transaction online with a debit or credit card.
* 2023 IFBA Convention Committee Chairperson
* IFBA 2023 Second Vice President
MFBC Member Since 2013
Former IFBA President, Region 6 Vice President
* Advisory Committee
*Media / Website Committee
MFBC Member
Former IFBA Executive Vice President, President, Region 6 Vice President
* Advisory Committee
MFBC Member Since 1984
Former IFBA President
* Advisory Committee
MFBC Member Since 1997
* 2023 IFBA Convention President
* Sponsors, Ad Book Committee
MFBC Member since 2001
Former IFBA Region 6 VP
* Sponsors, Ad Book Committee
* Media / Website Committee
MFBC Member since 2020
* Sponsors, Ad Book Committee
MFBC Member since 2018
* Sponsors, Ad Book Committee
MFBC Member Since 1986
* Sponsors, Ad Book Committee
MFBC Member Since 2008
*Publicity Committee
MFBC Member Since 2018
*Publicity Committee
MFBC Member Since 2015
*Treasurer
MFBC Member Since 1972
*Fire Department Liaison
MFBC Member Since 2008
Retired Chief of Greendale FD
*Fire Department Liaison
MFBC Member Since 1998
*Fire Department Liaison
MFD Battalion Chief
MFBC Member 1998
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