BICEPP's 2026 Annual Awards Dinner
BICEPP members, friends, and guests are invited to attend our 2026 Annual Awards Dinner at the Los Angeles Air Force Base, Space Systems Command, in the City of El Segundo, CA. We celebrate our U.S. Space Force and Air Force Service Members.
Thursday, November 19th, 2026
5:00 - 9:00 pm
Important:
Per event security, all attendees must register by October 19, 2026 and provide all required information.
Los Angeles Air Force Base
483 N. Aviation Blvd, EL Segundo, CA 90245
https://www.losangeles.spaceforce.mil/
Cost: $80 Per Person
Price Includes:
- BICEPP's Annual Awards Ceremony
- Reception with cocktail cash bar starting at 5 pm with light refreshments
- One complimentary ticket for beer and wine included with dinner
- Three course meal includes: Salad, Entree - Choice of Beef, Chicken or Vegetarian (Please specify dietary restrictions, if any).
- Dessert and self-service coffee and tea bar
- Chance to win great prizes during our famous BICEPP Prize Drawing
- Networking opportunities and plenty of fun socialization
BICEPP's Awards Presented:
In addition to a great meal, connecting with BICEPP members, and networking with other disaster professionals, BICEPP will be presenting the following awards to well deserved individuals and organizations. Please join us for this festive and important evening.
1. President’s Award
This award is presented by the BICEPP President to an individual or group that by their dedication and actions personify the mission of BICEPP.
2. Rising Star Award
The BICEPP Rising Star Award is designed to provide the next generation of Emergency Preparedness Leaders with a unique space to build relationships within their own community, to develop a network with more seasoned preparedness professionals, and to provide them with the tools and visibility necessary to become successful change agents in the field.
Qualifications:
- Persons of any age with under two years of experience in the field of emergency preparedness, response, mitigation, communications, recovery or related fields.
- Contributions must demonstrate efforts that go above and beyond the normal scope of their employment.
- Has made a significant achievement / contribution in improving the planning and or preparedness efforts of businesses.
Rising Star Award honorees will receive:
- One year membership in BICEPP
- A trophy recognizing this outstanding achievement
- A profile on the BICEPP website and social media
3. Award of Excellence
Nominees for this award included individuals, groups or organizations whose contributions reflect a dedication to emergency preparedness. They may be employed in emergency management, response, recovery or related fields, or they may be volunteers.
Qualifications:
- Employed or volunteers in the field of emergency preparedness, management, mitigation, response or planning.
- Contributions must demonstrate efforts that go above and beyond the normal scope of their employment.
- Has made a significant achievement / contribution in improving the planning and or preparedness efforts of businesses.
- Exemplary service and or support to BICEPP.
- Service or contributions to an emergency preparedness or planning organization.
Award of Excellence honorees will receive:
- A trophy recognizing this outstanding achievement
- A profile on the BICEPP website and social media
4. Recognition Award
The Recognition Award is designed to showcase individuals, groups and organizations with the following qualifications:
- Employed or volunteers in the field of emergency preparedness, management, mitigation, response or planning.
- Contributions that reflect a dedication to the preparedness industry.
- Has made achievements / contributions in improving the planning and or preparedness efforts of businesses.
- Exemplary service and or support to BICEPP.
- Service or contributions to an emergency preparedness or planning organization.
Recognition Award honorees will receive:
- A certificate recognizing this achievement
- A profile on the BICEPP website and social media