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42nd Annual IPSTA Conference 2026

Organized by Illinois Public Safety Telecommunications Association (IPSTA)

The 42nd Annual IPSTA Conference, sponsored by Illinois APCO & INENA, is a premier event for public safety telecommunications professionals.

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Dates: Oct 18-21, 2026
Location: Springfield, IL
Deadline: Oct 2, 2026
Attendees: 500
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About this conference

The 42nd Annual IPSTA Conference, sponsored by Illinois APCO & INENA, is a premier event for public safety telecommunications professionals. It offers a comprehensive and informative program designed for 9-1-1 directors, supervisors, telecommunicators, IT specialists, and public safety leadership. The conference features keynote speakers such as Nathan Lee, who will discuss the profound impact of decisions in communications centers, and Keri Kaup, focusing on resilience strategies for high-stress public safety work. Breakout sessions cover a range of topics including legislative updates, state 911 administrator updates, micro self-care strategies, public safety in the cloud, AI in adult learning, and NLETS information sharing. Attendees can earn valuable continuing education (CE) credit. The event also includes an exhibit hall with dedicated vendor hours, a wellness event, a Route 66 themed DASH event, a first-time attendee welcome reception, and an awards dinner with entertainment.

Sponsorship options

Sponsorship opportunities are available for the 2026 IPSTA Conference, offering year-round recognition. Options range from conference-only visibility to comprehensive packages that include calendar year-round recognition through conference materials, signage, website, and chapter events. Sponsors receive priority vendor registration access before general registration opens. Upper-tier sponsorships are limited. Detailed sponsorship levels, associated costs, and benefits are outlined in a dedicated sponsorship flyer and opportunities document.