2026 ILACP Training Conference
Sponsored by FirstNet
The conference will be held April 29-May 1, 2026 at the
Crowne Plaza in Springfield, Illinois.
Keynote Speaker Joshua Bitsko
Presentation:
"Police Resiliency and Critical Incident Mindset"
Plenary Speaker Chris Cowan
Presentation:
"Leveling up your leadership, 1 degree; by LIVING your legacy, not leaving one"
Sponsored by SpikeStinger and CABT
Click Here for Sponsorship Opportunity Information
NO COST MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES FOR EXHIBITORS AND SPONSORS
Marketing your participation in the 2026 ILACP Training Conference is crucial to helping you have a successful event. We encourage you to also take advantage of the various NO COST options that are available to help promote your participation. No cost marketing opportunities include social media posts, email blasts to your customers, website banners, and more.
SOCIAL MEDIA, WEBSITE BANNERS, AND EMAIL CAMPAIGNS
It's easy to let your prospects and customers know that you'll be at 2026 ILACP Training Conference. We have created banners to use on your website, social media, and email campaigns.
GIVEAWAYS AT YOUR BOOTH
Showcase why attendees should visit your booth by providing the information to Deputy Director AJ Bailey ( [email protected]). This will be featured in the ILACP mobile app, on the ILACP website, in ILACP e-blasts, and more.
EXHIBITOR BOOTHS
Those interested in exhibiting at the 2026 ILACP Training Conference should email [email protected] to be added to our waitlist. Signature, Diamond, and Gold sponsorships come with a guaranteed exhibitor booth.
CONFERENCE AND AWARDS BANQUET REGISTRATION
Register for the 3-day conference and/or the Awards Banquet by clicking the button below! Reach out to ILACP staff at [email protected] with any registration questions.
| Full Conference Registration |
$329.00 |
| Retired/Life Conference Registration |
$229.00 |
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Small Agency Conference Registration (10 or fewer full-time sworn officers)
*Please check with the ILACP staff to be sure you qualify for this rate prior to registering.
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$229.00
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| Awards Banquet |
$100.00
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HOTEL RESERVATIONS
Rooms are sold out at the Crowne Plaza, but there is still a room block at the Holiday Inn Express, which is connected to the Crowne Plaza. The room rate is $130 per night and includes breakfast. The deadline to reserve your room at the group rate is April 10, 2026. To book your room at the Holiday Inn Express, click here.
CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS
Wednesday, April 29
Annual Membership and Executive Board Meeting
Thursday, April 30
Keynote Speaker Joshua Bitsko - "Police Resiliency and Critical Incident Mindset"
Plenary Speaker Chris Cowan - "Leveling up your leadership, 1 degree; by LIVING your legacy, not leaving one"
- Sponsored by Spike Stinger and CABT
Exhibitor booth visits
Evening hospitality with casino night and Special Olympics auction
Friday, May 1
Exhibitor booth visitsCocktail Reception and Annual Awards Banquet ( separate charge)
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