Center for Distance and Professional Education

Professional Education


Partners in Emergency Preparedness

April 1, 2008–April 2, 2008
Greater Tacoma Convention and Trade Center
Tacoma, WA 98402

It's a different world - looking to the future!

The Partners in Emergency Preparedness Conference is the largest and most successful regional emergency preparedness conference in the Pacific Northwest. Partners in Emergency Preparedness annually hosts over 500 people representing business, schools, government, the nonprofit sector, emergency management professionals, and volunteer organizations.

The Partners Conference attracts top-notch speakers with expertise that includes earthquake research, contingency planning, school preparedness, technology, news media, and public health. Speakers and exhibitors provide cutting-edge information on subjects such as business continuity planning, school safety, public health preparedness, homeland security, and public information.

For more information, please contact Lisa Scott, Conference Chair, at: (425) 452-7923 or LScott@bellevuewa.gov

PHOTO DISCLAIMER: Registrants agree to appear in photographs taken at the 2008 Partners in Emergency Preparedness Conference. Registrants understand that these photos may be used for publicity or general information purposes and may be seen by the general public.

NOTE: The Partners in Emergency Preparedness Conference Committee fully expects our Partners in Emergency Preparedness vendors/exhibitors to meet the Partners in Emergency Preparedness mission and goals. Partners in Emergency Preparedness does not necessarily share the views of our vendors and their products, missions, or perspectives.

Continuing Education

Sixteen CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS (CEUs) are available from Western Washington University. Contact 360-650-3650 to make arrangements. Washington State Clock Hours will be available at the conference.

The International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) will be offering their Certified Emergency Manager prep course and exam in conjunction with our conference. For more information on registering for this course, visit http://www.iaem.com/certification/CEMPrepCourse.htm. Earlybird registration fees will be honored for those who register for both the conference and the course prior to March 14


Registration

  • Online Registration

Registration has closed. If you are still interested in attending, please contact us at 800-942-4978.

Exhibitor Information


Sponsored By

  • American Red Cross
  • CH2M Hill
  • James Lee Witt Associates
  • Puget Sound Energy
  • Verizon Wireless
  • Washington Military Department - Emergency Management Division
  • Washington State Emergency Management Association

Hotel Information

Hotel information below has been updated

Phone: 253.238.8000
Toll Free: 888.862.3255
1320 Broadway Plaza
Tacoma, WA 98402

We have reserved a block of rooms at the Hotel Murano (formerly the Sheraton) at the rate of $132 per night. Please mention you are with the Partners in Emergency Preparedness Conference to receive the discounted rates. Reservations must be made by March 9, 2008 to receive the conference discount.



Conference Information


Web Sites

Center for Distance and Professional Education , PO Box 645220, Washington State University, Pullman WA 99164-5220, 509-335-3557, Contact Us