SFPE Reveals Program and Speakers for 2026 Annual Conference & Expo

The 2026 SFPE Annual Conference & Expo registration is now open, according to the Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE). The SFPE Conference & Expo, which takes place from Oct. 6–8 at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis in Atlanta, GA, brings together fire safety experts and fire protection engineers to network, learn, interact and be inspired.

The 2026 SFPE and SFPE Foundation Award winners will be honored at the conference for their exceptional contributions to engineering innovation, teaching, research,  

Infrastructure, Cladding, Carparks, Data Centers, Fire Dynamics, Smoke Control, Performance-based Design, Adaptive Reuse and Retrofits, Structural Fire Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Fire Safety Systems and Human Behavior are just a few of the topics covered in the conference's more than fifty presentations.

"The pace of change in our profession continues to accelerate, making it more important than ever for fire protection professionals to come together and learn from one another,” stated Shamim Rashid-Sumar, PE, FSFPE, 2026 SFPE president and committee chair. “The SFPE Annual Conference & Expo provides a unique opportunity to engage with leading experts, discuss emerging trends, and gain insights that can help shape safer, more resilient communities. I look forward to welcoming attendees from around the world and continuing to advance the practice of fire protection engineering."

"SFPE events are about bringing together people who are passionate about fire protection engineering," stated Chris Jelenewicz, PE, FSFPE, chief executive officer, SFPE. "Whether you're looking to learn about emerging technologies, hear from recognized industry leaders, explore new products and service, or connect with colleagues from around the world, you'll find tremendous value at this conference." 

Additionally, a three-day Expo Hall with over fifty exhibitors will be part of the conference, giving delegates direct access to the newest available in the industry. Both conference attendees and non-attendees looking for specialized technical training may register for optional pre-conference seminars immediately after the event. 

The following pre-conference events and seminars are offered on Oct. 5–6. Go here to find out more.

• Monday, Oct. 5 | Fire and Life Safety Design of Very Tall Buildings: Challenges and Strategies
  Carl F. Baldassarra, PE, FSFPE, and Ray Grill, P.E., LEED AP, FSFPE
• Tuesday, Oct. 6 | SFPE Ethics Series and Peer Review for Fire Protection Engineers
  Carl F. Baldassarra, PE, FSFPE, and Ray Grill, P.E., LEED AP, FSFPE
• Tuesday, Oct. 6 | Smoke Control Challenges in Large Atria
  James Milke, PhD, PE, FSFPE

Plan to attend the 2026 Annual Conference & Expo with your peers as the world's fire safety and protection engineering community gathers. Through Aug. 17, 2026, early enrollment is discounted. Go to sfpe.org/annual26 to register and find out more.