Emergencies Never Sleep
Carbon monoxide poisonings happen every day and in every state. With over 1,200 deaths and 100,000 emergency room visits annually, prevention is key.
Join us at the 3rd Annual CO Safety Summit, which will take place at NASFM’s 35th Annual Fire Prevention & Safety Symposium at Beau Rivage Resort in Biloxi, MS.
The CO Safety Summit focuses on education, research, case studies, data, new technologies, and best practices.
This year, we will focus on the importance of preventing carbon monoxide emergencies.
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Hear from the CO Safety Coalition Work Groups, plus industry experts, who will share their knowledge.
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Meet other like-minded people who are determined to put an end to carbon monoxide poisoning.
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Work together with NASFM and the International Fire Marshal Association (IFMA) to strategize ways to protect our communities from CO emergencies.
Beau Rivage Resort
875 Beach Blvd.
Biloxi, MS 39530
Attendees will hear from the experts and will be able to network with 300+ fire marshals and fire service professionals, 70+ carbon monoxide professionals, community risk reduction experts, and more!
Pricing Packages
Early Bird Pricing
through April 30, 2025
CO Safety Summit Only
$445
Monday Night Event
$200
CO Safety Summit & Monday Night Event Bundle
$645
Regular Pricing
CO Safety Summit Only
$495
Monday Night Event
$200
CO Safety Summit & Monday Night Event Bundle
$695
Location
A Look at What’s Coming to the 2025 CO Safety Summit
This year’s sessions offer a behind-the-scenes look at the growing movement to eliminate carbon monoxide poisoning. Join us as we explore how different sectors are working together to close safety gaps, advance detection technology, and drive meaningful change. Sessions to include:
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The importance of partnership with NCOAA, NASFM, IFMA, and other national partners
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Coalition workgroup updates – progress on standards, emergency response & more
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U.S. state rankings in CO safety, and how to improve yours
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National updates on codes, legislation, and real-world CO data trends
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How unified messaging is key to prevention
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Survivor stories that highlight the personal impact of CO exposure
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CO poisoning symptoms, treatment & recovery
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What agents and landlords can do to protect families from CO poisoning
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Simplifying code development and how safety standards are created and improved
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Innovation spotlight on new CO sensing technologies and faster alerts
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Legal guidance for responders: preserving evidence after a CO incident
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CO in schools, daycares, and public buildings, and auditing for real-world risks
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Training & certification for HVAC, fire, and law enforcement professionals
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Interactive workshops, private content sessions, and partner networking
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A clear call to action: Join the movement to end carbon monoxide poisoning
Join us in 2025 at the National Association of State Fire Marshals' 35th Annual Fire Prevention & Safety Symposium for educational sessions about CO Safety.
2025 Speakers Will Be Announced Soon
View the 2024 Speaker List Below.
Adrian McConnell
CEO
CO Research Trust
Rob Troutt
Chief Boiler Inspector
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Roger Berkowitz
Founder
Roger’s Seafood Co
Christopher Damm
Senior Lecturer of Mechanical Engineering, Consulting Engineer
Milwaukee School of Engineering
Scott Damon
Health Communication Lead
CDC Asthma & Air Quality Branch
Jacqueline Wilmot
Research Project Manager
Fire Protection Research Foundation
Mari Herigstad
Doctor
Sheffield Hallam University
Louise Laing
Vice President of Sales
CrowCon Detection
Richard Roberts
Industry Affairs Manager
Honeywell Security & Fire
Eric Thibodeaux
Senior Managing Consultant
R.E.M. Risk Management
Kelly Ransdell
Regional Director- South Central Region
National Fire Protection Association
John Stones
Managing Director
Company is Gas Safe Europe Ltd
Charon McNabb
Founder
National Carbon Monoxide Awareness Association
Chuck Heathco
CEO
John Heathco Memorial Foundation
Alexa Schappert
Epidemic Intelligence Service Officer
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, assigned to the Kansas Department of Health and Environment
John Tippett
Director, Fire Service Programs
National Fallen Firefighter Foundation
Matt Hinds-Aldrich
Senior Risk Strategy Lead
American Association of Insurance Services
Lesley Rohrbaugh
Head of Insights & Policy Analysis
UL Standards & Engagement
Kevin Sehlmeyer
State Fire Marshal
State of Michigan
Jonathan Kane
CEO
Kane International
Joel Amato
Executive Director
National Board or Boiler & Pressure Vessel Inspector
Dot Kesling
Co-Founder
LOK Wishing Tree Foundation
Don Johnson
Emeritus Board Member
The Lauren Project
Neal Zipser
Communications and Marketing Professional
Knox Company
Thomas Deary
Director of Codes
Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI)
Leslie Lienemann
Partner
Culberth & Lienemann, LLP
Gordon Johnson
Attorney
Brain Injury Law Group, S.C.
Kathy Sipple
Independent Consultant / Marketing Director
LOK Wishing Tree Foundation
About the Carbon Monoxide Safety Coalition
The CO Safety Coalition is a revolutionary effort to bring all industries together to tackle carbon monoxide poisoning, injury, and death. The Coalition consists of three Work Groups:
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Codes, Standards, & Regulations
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Emergency Response
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Science & Innovation
Everyone involved in the Coalition will have a voice in this work, from researchers to survivors, advocates, manufacturers, government agencies, and legislators.
Together, we will work toward zero injuries and deaths due to carbon monoxide poisoning.