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2027 ETI & Expo (Attendee Registration)

Executive Training Institute (ETI) & Law Enforcement Expo

Tuesday, April 6, 2027 at 1:00 PM (CDT) to Friday, April 9, 2027 at 12:00 PM (CDT)

Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC)

350 Harbor Drive
Duluth, MN 55802-2600
United States

* Registration open until 4/9/27 at 1:00 AM (CDT)

ETI & Law Enforcement Expo

April 6–9, 2027
Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC)
350 Harbor Drive
Duluth, MN 55802

Join more than 400 law enforcement leaders from across Minnesota for four days of training, collaboration, and innovation at the state’s premier policing conference. The Executive Training Institute & Law Enforcement Expo brings together chiefs, command staff, and public safety leaders to learn from leading experts, share strategies, and explore solutions to the most pressing issues facing law enforcement today.

Held annually, ETI features timely training sessions, engaging keynote speakers, and valuable opportunities to connect with peers and industry professionals. The conference also includes the ETI Expo Hall, where attendees can meet more than 100 exhibitors and explore the latest public safety technology, products, and services supporting law enforcement operations.

Whether you’re looking to strengthen your leadership skills, improve department operations, or stay ahead of emerging trends, the 2027 ETI is a must-attend event for law enforcement leaders across Minnesota.

Invest in your professional development, connect with colleagues from across the state, and be part of the conversations shaping the future of policing in Minnesota.

Hotel Information

The ETI host hotel is the Inn on Lake Superior, which will also host several Hospitality Nights throughout the conference. Attendees are encouraged to stay there or at a nearby hotel for convenient access to evening events.

Breakfast is on your own each day. Several hotels in our room block offer complimentary breakfast, so please review the hotel information when choosing where to stay.

View the hotel information and book your stay early!

Conference Schedule

The full conference agenda will be posted on our website and in the ETI app as details are finalized. The first session is expected to begin late afternoon on Tuesday, April 6, and the conference will conclude at noon on Friday, April 9.

ETI Mobile App

All schedules, session details, speaker bios, Expo maps, and exhibitor information will be available on an event app. Check back for links. 

Please note: there will be no printed conference program.

Statewide Awards Banquet

Thursday, April 8, 2027
Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC)

Registration

An MCPA account is required to register yourself or someone else for ETI. Membership is not required to register or attend ETI.

Questions?

Contact MCPA staff at 651-457-0677 or info@mnchiefs.org.

Credits Price
Member Full Conference (early bird)
Registration Ends 3/1/27 at 11:59 PM CDT
$585.00
Non-Member Full Conference (early bird)
Registration Ends 3/1/27 at 11:59 PM CDT
$895.00
Group Rate (early bird)
Non-MCPA members qualify for a discounted rate when three or more people from their agency attend ETI. Registration Ends 3/1/27 at 11:59 PM CDT
$695.00
Member Full Conference
Registration Opens 3/2/27 at 12:00 AM CDT
$685.00
Non-Member Full Conference
Registration Opens 3/2/27 at 12:00 AM CDT
$995.00
Group Rate
Non-MCPA members qualify for the discounted Group Rate when three or more people from their agency attend ETI. Registration Opens 3/2/27 at 12:00 AM CDT
$795.00
Credits Price
Tuesday & Wednesday
Registration for Tuesday & Wednesday education sessions. 
$380.00
Wednesday & Thursday
Attendance at all Wednesday & Thursday sessions. Includes buffet lunches. Note: does not include Statewide Awards banquet Thursday night. Please add a ticket for the banquet later in this form if this attendee will attend the banquet.
$425.00
Thursday & Friday
Attendance at all Thursday & Friday sessions. Includes buffet lunch on Thursday. Note: does not include Statewide Awards banquet Thursday night. Please add a ticket for the banquet later in this form if this attendee will attend the banquet.
$320.00
Credits Price
EXPO only
Visit the Expo to meet with sponsors and vendors and see their products. 
FREE
Tuesday Only
Education sessions Tuesday.
$180.00
Wednesday only
Education sessions Wednesday all day. Includes buffet lunch.
$230.00
Thursday only
Education sessions Thursday all day. Includes buffet lunch. Does not include Statewide Awards banquet in the evening. Please add a ticket for the banquet later in this form if this attendee will be attending the banquet.
$230.00
Friday only
Education sessions Friday morning until noon.
$125.00

Product Add-ons

Price
Extra Banquet Ticket - Not needed if you are registering for full ETI Conference 2027 View Product $65.00

Duluth Hotel Guide Flyer by MN Chiefs of Police

ETI Mobile App

The 2027 ETI mobile app is coming soon. Once it’s available, you’ll be able to use it to view the conference schedule, speakers, exhibitors, and more. Check back here for download links closer to the conference.

Sponsorship & Exhibit Opportunities

Support Law Enforcement and Showcase Your Brand at ETI.

ETI provides an opportunity to put your business in front of hundreds of police chiefs and command staff representing police agencies throughout Minnesota. Sponsorship and exhibit opportunities are available at both the 2026 conference and MCPA events throughout the year. 

Visit the 2027 Exhibitor and Sponsor Registration page.

For more information, please contact:

Charles Kasbohm
Synergetic Endeavors 
651-340-4848
MCPA@synergeticendeavors.com

Cancellation Policy

When registrations are canceled for MCPA training events, the following refund policies will apply:

  • Cancellations requested more than one month prior to the start of the event will receive a full refund, less a $75 cancellation fee or 25%, whichever is smaller.
  • Cancellations requested two weeks to one month prior to the start of the event will receive a 50% refund.
  • Cancellations requested less than 2 weeks prior to the event start will not be refunded.

 Refunds may be issued by check or credit card.  

Agencies may opt to substitute a different attendee for the person who originally registered for no additional fee and should notify MCPA of the change prior to the class so POST credit can be properly assigned.

ETI Small Agency Scholarship Program

The Minnesota Chiefs of Police Foundation (MCPF) helps chiefs from small law enforcement agencies attend ETI through its Small Agency Scholarship Program.

Applications for the 2027 ETI Conference in Duluth, April 6–9, are expected to open in early 2027. Watch C-Notes for the announcement, eligibility details, and application instructions.