The Police Executive Research Forum (PERF) 2026 Annual Meeting is the most important gathering of law enforcement leadership in the United States. Held April 15–17, 2026 at the Sheraton Grand Los Angeles (711 South Hope Street, Los Angeles, CA), this prestigious conference brings together police chiefs, commissioners, sheriffs, and senior law enforcement executives from across the nation and around the world.
This year's meeting is especially significant as PERF marks its 50th anniversary — five decades of shaping evidence-based policing policy, advancing officer wellness, and improving public safety outcomes across America. The anniversary celebration will honor the organization's legacy while charting a bold course for the future of law enforcement.
The three-day agenda is packed with critical discussions on the most pressing issues in modern policing: artificial intelligence and predictive technology in law enforcement, national crime trend analysis, immigration enforcement challenges and community relations, officer mental health and suicide prevention, use-of-force policy reform, and recruitment strategies for a new generation of officers.
Workshop sessions, keynote presentations, and facilitated roundtables give attendees direct access to the nation's foremost policing researchers, practitioners, and policymakers. The networking opportunities alone make this event invaluable — building relationships that drive collaboration and innovation long after the conference ends.
Attendance is typically limited to senior law enforcement executives and their invited guests. If you lead a law enforcement agency or work at the intersection of policing and public policy, this is the can't-miss professional development event of 2026. Visit policeforum.org to learn more about registration and accommodation options at the Sheraton Grand Los Angeles.
