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. The Police Recruitment & Retention Summit is a must-attend training event designed to equip law enforcement professionals with the tools and insights to overcome these obstacles head-on.
Now in its 16th edition, this event 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, you'll walk away with fresh ideas, proven tactics, and practical tools to attract, retain, and empower the next generation of officers.
Join hundreds of law enforcement leaders to explore new approaches to recruitment, benchmark best practices in retention, and leave better prepared to thrive in today’s competitive hiring environment.
Recruiting the Next Generation of Law Enforcement Officers
Lessons Learned from Recruitment Audits
The Power of Ongoing Training to Boost Retention
Roundtable Discussion: Idea Sharing with Similar Departments
Strengthening Retention and Resilience Through Wellness Programs
Your registration includes all meals outlined in the conference agenda - breakfast, lunch, and evening hors d'oeuvres & cocktails during networking receptions. At FRA, we pride ourselves on delivering an exceptional conference experience with top-tier content, expert speakers, and outstanding food and beverage offerings to enhance your participation.
With a wide variety of topics that focus on issues related to police officer recruitment and retention, this is the nation's marquee event for police and personnel across all job titles. You can expect to network with:
There's a reason law enforcement professionals join us year after year! Check out a few of the reasons why attendees are joining us in St. Louis:
Sergeant, Fort Collins Police Department
Captain, Recruitment Services Division Director, Pennsylvania State Police
Sergeant, Pre-Employment and Recruiting, Wichita Police Department
Deputy, Thurston County Sheriff’s Office