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2026 MCPA / MSA Professional Development Training Seminar & Exhibitor Show

Organized by Maryland Chiefs of Police Association and Maryland Sheriffs’ Association

The Maryland Chiefs of Police Association (MCPA) and The Maryland Sheriffs’ Association (MSA) will host their Annual Professional Development Training Seminar and Exhibit...

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Dates: Sep 20-23, 2026
Location: Ocean City, MD
Deadline: Aug 10, 2026
Attendees: 500
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About this conference

The Maryland Chiefs of Police Association (MCPA) and The Maryland Sheriffs’ Association (MSA) will host their Annual Professional Development Training Seminar and Exhibitor Show. This is the Associations' flagship event and the premier annual training seminar in the law enforcement community in Maryland. The four-day conference brings together more than 350 leaders in law enforcement with industry partners for networking opportunities, educational sessions, and awards ceremonies, alongside a marketplace showcasing products and services from over 80 exhibitors. Key focus areas include Legislative and Legal Advocacy, Training, and Member Services, aiming to effectively shape legislation impacting legal, social, and budgetary issues and provide contemporary training to law enforcement leaders statewide.

Sponsorship options

Sponsorship opportunities range from Installation Banquet Sponsor ($15,000), Honoree Appreciation Dinner Sponsor ($10,000), Lunch Sponsor ($7,500), Official Hotel Key Cards ($7,500), Conference App Sponsor ($4,000), Presidents' Reception ($3,500), Conference Bags ($3,500), Incoming President's Reception ($2,500), Lanyard Sponsorship ($2,000), Social Networking Sponsor ($1,750, or $5,000 for exclusivity), Break Sponsor ($1,500), General Seminar Sponsor ($1,000), Registration Gift ($500), to Attendee Bag Inserts ($250). Exhibitor booths are available, starting at an Early Bird Special of $1,000 ($950 for mezzanine spaces) if registered prior to June 1, 2026, increasing to $1,100 ($1,050) thereafter. Additional booth representatives cost $400 each. Sponsorships for the Chiefs' & Sheriffs' Boardwalk Plunge are also offered at levels including Presenting Sponsor ($2,500), Sponsor ($1,000), Supporter ($500), and Contributor ($250).