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. That's why 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.

What to Expect:

  • Data-driven tactics to recruit and retain Gen Z and Millennial officers
  • Insights from recruitment audits, wellness programs, and social media campaigns
  • Actionable takeaways, real-life case studies, and peer roundtables
  • All meals and networking receptions included
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What's New. What's Next. Why It Matters.

New Women in Law Enforcement Day

added to the 2025 program

Food & Beverage Included in Registration

creating an exceptional conference experience

Roundtable Discussions

with similar sized agencies to benchmark challenges

Thinking About Attending? Here's Why You Should

  • Build a recruitment-driven culture where every officer helps attract new talent
  • Improve retention with ongoing training, wellness programs, and stay interviews
  • Modernize your strategy with real-world examples, social media tactics, and policy shifts
  • Use data and tech tools to streamline hiring and track what’s working
  • Recruit the next generation with proven methods that connect with Millennial and Gen Z candidates

You'll Be in Good Company

Take a look at who you'll be sitting next to. If you touch police recruitment and retention, you belong here! 

Organizations That Attend

  • Local Police Departments
  • State Police Agencies
  • Sheriff's Offices
  • Public Safety Organizations
  • University Police Departments
  • Airport Security Forces
  • Police Foundations
  • Departments of Correction
  • Department of Natural Resources
  • Department of Homeland Security
  • Department of Justice
  • Consultants & Vendors That Provide Platforms and Solutions

Job Functions You'll Network With

  • Police Officers & Sheriffs
  • Sergeants
  • Personnel & Recruitment
  • Human Resources
  • Lieutenants
  • Captains 
  • Detectives
  • Commanders
  • Deputy Chiefs
  • Dispatchers
  • Chiefs of Police

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