2026 ETI & Expo (Attendee Registration)
Executive Training Institute (ETI) & Law Enforcement Expo
St. Cloud River's Edge Convention Center
10 4th Avenue SouthSt. Cloud, MN 56301-3614
United States
* Registration open until 4/12/26 at 12:00 AM (CDT)
Executive Training Institute (ETI)
Join more than 400 law enforcement leaders from across Minnesota for four days of leadership development, collaboration, and innovation at the state’s premier policing conference. The Executive Training Institute & Law Enforcement Expo provides a unique platform for chiefs, command staff, and public safety leaders to learn from top experts, share strategies, and explore solutions to the most pressing issues facing law enforcement today.
Held annually, ETI features cutting-edge training sessions, keynote speakers, and valuable networking opportunities with peers and industry professionals. The event also includes the ETI Expo Hall, where attendees can connect with more than 100 exhibitors and explore the latest public safety technology, products, and services that support law enforcement operations.
Whether you’re looking to advance your leadership skills, improve department operations, or stay ahead of emerging trends, the 2026 ETI is your must-attend event to help shape the future of policing in Minnesota.
Take this opportunity to invest in your leadership, connect with peers, and help move Minnesota law enforcement forward.
To register yourself or someone else for ETI, you will need to create an account. Membership is not required to register or attend ETI.
- If you don’t have an account, create one online.
- If you’re interested in becoming a member, you can find more details by visiting the MCPA membership information webpage.
Attendee Registration - Full Conference
Please note that individuals who are employed by or represent a company, or service provider are not eligible to register as general attendees.
| Price | |
|---|---|
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Member Full Conference (early bird)
Registration Ended 3/13/26 at 11:59 PM CDT
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$585.00 |
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Non-Member Full Conference (early bird)
Registration Ended 3/13/26 at 11:59 PM CDT
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$895.00 |
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Group Rate (early bird)
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$695.00 |
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Member Full Conference
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$685.00 |
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Non-Member Full Conference
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$995.00 |
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Group Rate
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$795.00 |
| Price | |
|---|---|
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Monday & Tuesday
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$380.00 |
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Tuesday & Wednesday
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$425.00 |
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Wednesday & Thursday
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$320.00 |
| Price | |
|---|---|
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EXPO only
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FREE |
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Monday only
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$180.00 |
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Tuesday only
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$230.00 |
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Wednesday only
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$230.00 |
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Thursday only
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$125.00 |
Product Add-ons
| Add-ons | Price |
|---|---|
| Extra Banquet Ticket - Not needed if you are registering for full ETI Conference View Product | $65.00 |
Hotel Information
Book your hotel now for ETI 2026 in St. Cloud. Below is the list of official ETI hotels with rates and links to the booking pages. We encourage all ETI attendees & exhibitors to stay at one of our officially partnered hotels.
- Best Western Kelly Inn — Sold out!
- Courtyard by Marriott — Sold out!
- Country Inn & Suites — Rooms Available
- Holiday Inn & Suites — Rooms Available (Shuttle Service Provided)
- Grandstay — Sold out!
If you have questions or would like to check current availability, please contact the hotel directly. We also recommend checking back periodically, as additional rooms may become available due to cancellations.
ETI 2026 Schedule
Speakers & Presenters
View the full list of speakers and presenters participating in this year’s Executive Training Institute below.
ETI Mobile App
Download the official ETI mobile app to view the full schedule, speakers, exhibitor information, and more.
- Download the ETI mobile app for Apple iOS - click here
- Download the ETI mobile app for Android - click here
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.
View the prospectus and become a sponsor by visiting the 2026 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.