Classes

AI Utilization for Union Business

11:00 am - 12:30 pm
2026-Ed-Seminar-Wednesday, April 22
Location: Orchard North
Speaker: Bryan Copeland

Bryan Copeland, WSCFF 3rd Dist. Rep.; Kelsey Ragucci, IAFF

About the Speaker

Bryan Copeland

Bryan Copeland began his professional fire service career with the Hoquiam Fire Department in 2004, also serving as Local 315’s Secretary. In 2008, he was hired by the Lakewood Fire Department, now West Pierce Fire and Rescue. He has served on the Executive Board of Local 1488, West Pierces since 2010. In 2018 he was...

Today's Classes

7:00 - 8:00 am
Shift Change, our peer support program, will occur each morning from 7:00 to 8:00. These gatherings provide an opportunity for you to start your day mindfully, connect
7:15 - 8:45 am
Location: Orchard Hall
9:00 - 10:30 am
Location: Fuji Room
Bob Dirham, WSCFF Cancer Foundation
9:00- 5:00 pm
Location: Fountain Hall
3:00 - 3:30pm
10:30 - 11:00 am
9:00 - 10:30 am
Location: Orchard South
This course will cover the important aspects of the Pregnant Worker’s Fairness Act, especially as they pertain to Lactation Policies in the fire service.
9:00 - 10:30 am
Location: Orchard North
Sean Leonard, Public Employment Relations Commission
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Location: Fuji Room
This course provides an introductory overview of the role and influence of federal labor agencies on the landscape of federal and industrial unions. Students will
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Location: Orchard South
This class provides an overview of the roles and responsibilities of a Union Executive Board and how effective leadership supports a strong, accountable organization. Participants
3:30 - 5:00 pm
Location: Fuji Room
Jenny McGahan, MDA
1:30 - 3:00 pm
Location: Orchard South
Presented by the 7th District Leadership Team – IAFF 7th District Vice President Ricky WAlsh and District Field Service Representatives Curtis Smith and Tim Hoover – this
1:30 - 3:00 pm
Location: Orchard North
This class will cover the basics of the IAFF MERP and HWT plans. A great refresher for all participants as we continue to streamline processes
1:30 - 3:00 pm
Location: Fuji Room
Ryan Reese, WSCFF 1st Dist. Rep.; Caitlin Auer, WSCFF Communications
3:30 - 5:00 pm
Location: Orchard South
A guided dive into your Constitution and By-Laws (CBL), exploring the importance of this document that every Local is required to have, submit to the
3:30 - 5:00 pm
Location: Orchard North
Advanced treasurer topics for Local Secretaries and Treasurers.