The 17th Police Recruitment and Retention Summit

Designed for law enforcement leaders navigating today's hiring and retention challenges, the 17th Police Recruitment and Retention Summit delivers practical strategies to attract top talent, improve retention, and build supportive, forward-thinking departments. In today's challenging landscape, marked by a shrinking candidate pool, fierce competition from other career paths, and a growing need to strengthen public perception, effective recruitment and retention strategies are more critical than ever. This summit delivers actionable strategies to engage Millennial and Gen Z candidates, lessons learned from real-world recruitment audits, and collaborative roundtable discussions tailored for similarly sized agencies. With a spotlight on mental health, emerging technologies, and shifting generational expectations, attendees will walk away with fresh ideas, proven tactics, and practical tools to attract, retain, and empower the next generation of officers. The event features expanded programming, including a full Women's Day dedicated to leadership advancement, data-driven tactics to recruit and retain Gen Z and Millennial officers, insights from recruitment audits, wellness programs, and social media campaigns. Attendees can expect actionable takeaways, real-life case studies, and peer roundtables, with all meals and networking receptions included.