2026 ILACP Training Conference
Organized by Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police (ILACP)
The 2026 ILACP Training Conference, sponsored by FirstNet, will be held from April 29 to May 1, 2026, at the Crowne Plaza in Springfield, Illinois.
- Dates
- Apr 29 - May 1, 2026
- Location
- Springfield, IL
- Deadline
- Mar 29, 2026
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About this conference
The 2026 ILACP Training Conference, sponsored by FirstNet, will be held from April 29 to May 1, 2026, at the Crowne Plaza in Springfield, Illinois. This annual conference focuses on professional development and training for law enforcement leaders, officers, and staff. Keynote speakers include Joshua Bitsko, who will present on "Police Resiliency and Critical Incident Mindset," and Chris Cowan, discussing "Leveling up your leadership, 1 Degree; by LIVING your legacy, not leaving one." The event agenda features breakout sessions covering a variety of relevant topics, an annual membership and executive board meeting, opportunities to visit exhibitor booths from industry suppliers, and a free police chief certification exam. Attendees can also participate in evening hospitality events, including a casino night and a Special Olympics auction, and a cocktail reception followed by the Annual Awards Banquet. The conference aims to address critical areas such as leadership, critical incident management, officer wellness, community engagement, and the practical application of law enforcement tactics and mindset.
Sponsorship options
Sponsorship opportunities for the 2026 ILACP Training Conference include various tiers offering extensive exposure and benefits. Options range from: - Signature Sponsor ($14,000): Premier sponsor of all conference events with speaking opportunities, a complimentary exhibitor booth, advertising in Command magazine, multiple complimentary registrations, a table at the Awards Banquet, video promotion, and extensive recognition across all platforms. - Diamond Sponsor ($8,000): Sponsorship of a reception or lunch, speaking opportunity, complimentary exhibitor booth, complimentary registrations or Awards Banquet table, video promotion, opportunity for swag bag contribution, and recognition. - Gold Sponsor ($5,000): Awards Banquet sponsorship, complimentary exhibitor booth (or exclusive advertising), complimentary registrations or Awards Banquet table, video recognition, opportunity for swag bag contribution, and recognition. - Gold Keynote Sponsor ($4,000): Sponsorship of a keynote speaker, speaking opportunity during the presentation, complimentary registrations, and recognition. - Host Chief's Reception and Auction Sponsor ($2,000-$5,000): Sponsorship of the Thursday night hospitality room, with benefits varying by tier (Platinum, Diamond, Gold, Silver) including speaking opportunities and booth inclusions. - Executive Committee Dinner Sponsor ($3,500): Participation and speaking opportunity at a private dinner with the Executive Committee, and a complimentary registration. - Plenary Speaker Sponsor ($3,000): Sponsorship of a plenary speaker, speaking opportunity, complimentary registrations, and recognition. - Silver Sponsor ($3,000): Choice to sponsor morning or afternoon breakout sessions, logo on presentations, and recognition. - Board of Directors Meeting Sponsor ($2,500): Speaking opportunity to the Board of Directors. - Lanyard Sponsor ($2,500): Sponsor's name, logo, and website on conference lanyards, with recognition and complimentary registrations. - Award/Scholarship Sponsor ($1,500): Recognition at the Awards Banquet, choice of specific award/scholarship sponsorship, and social media/video recognition. - Bronze Sponsor ($1,000): Program and website/mobile app recognition. - Banquet Program Sponsor ($250-$950): Advertising space in the banquet program. - ILACP Mobile App Sponsor ($150-$250): Push alerts through the mobile app (requires exhibitor or sponsor status). - Prize Sponsor (Custom): Opportunity to sponsor prizes for Vendor Bingo giveaways. All sponsors receive recognition in the ILACP's COMMAND magazine (circulation approx. 1,500).
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