NCPEA 2025 Summer Conference
CALM in the CHAOS: Leading your Teams and Community During Times of Uncertainty
July 13 - 16, 2025  ·  Wilmington Convention Center

Event Name: North Carolina Police Executives Association Annual Conference

Date: July 13-July 16, 2025

Location: Wilmington Convention Center, Wilmington, NC 

Overview: The North Carolina Police Executives Association (NCPEA) Annual Conference is a premier event for law enforcement leaders and executives across the state. This conference provides a unique opportunity to engage in professional development, explore the latest advancements in policing and foster collaboration among peers.

Highlights:

  • Workshops and Training Sessions: Gain insights into contemporary issues in law enforcement, leadership strategies, community policing, and technology in policing.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow police executives, share best practices, and build valuable professional relationships.
  • Exhibit Hall: Discover cutting-edge law enforcement tools, technologies, and services from leading vendors.

Special Events:

  • President's Reception: Kick off the conference with an evening of networking and camaraderie.
  • Banquet Ceremony: Honor outstanding achievements and contributions to law enforcement in North Carolina.
  • Gathering of the Blue Event: A social event designed to promote engagement and networking with law enforcement professionals. 

  Click here to register for the conference if you haven't done so already.

Agenda
Sunday, July 13
12:00 PM
12:00 PM
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Upon arrival at the Embassy Suites Hotel, conference attendees should check in at the front desk. NCPEA Board Members will be in the hotel lobby to welcome you and provide your delegate tag & lanyard.
Vendors and sponsors should check in at the Wilmington Convention Center. Vehicles registered for display in the Exhibit Hall MUST have less than 1/4 tank of fuel.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
This event is exclusively for registered conference attendees, registered spouses/guests and sponsors, and will be held in the Grand Ballroom of the Embassy Suites Hotel.
Monday, July 14
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
2025 Opening Ceremony & Welcome Address from President James Avens.
8:30 AM - 9:15 PM
8:30 AM - 9:15 PM
Presented by North Carolina Emergency Management.
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
Presented by the North Carolina Department of Public Safety
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Join Chaplains from the Cary Police Department, Major Dave Wulff (ret) and Pastor Norman Peart for insights to the secrets of their successful Chaplaincy program at Cary.
11:00 AM - 11:30 PM
11:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Presentations by our Diamond (TBD) and Platinum (Essential Personnel) sponsors
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Join us for lunch for paid attendees, NCPEA vendors and sponsors.
This meeting is open to all conference attendee members of the Association. Join us as we share insight to the operation of your organization.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Join us for a brief yet informative session with essential updates from the North Carolina Criminal Justice Standards Division.
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Join us for a brief yet informative session with essential updates from the North Carolina Justice Academy.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
We will hear from our Gold Sponsors, and then shift our attention to all of our onsite vendors in the Exhibit Hall
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Hear from Director Sam Pennica about their new forensic lab and services available to law enforcement agencies in North Carolina.
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
The North Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice will present a dynamic training session designed to equip professionals working in juvenile justice with the latest updates, trends, and resources
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Let's break out those wallets! Get your raffle tickets to support this great cause!
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
This is a private meeting, invitation only.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Relaxed and casual, enjoy the local vibes at this downtown Wilmington venue. This event is open to registered attendees and sponsors only.
Tuesday, July 15
6:00 AM - 6:30 AM
6:00 AM - 6:30 AM
Please meet outside, between the Embassy Suites Hotel and the Wilmington Convention Center. This is a free event.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Join lead agency representatives from Fayetteville PD for a case review of their highly successful multi-agency criminal investigation into the City's smoke shops.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Learn from Burlington PD's drone program specialist, Officer Megan Coggins, about DFR implementation up's and down's.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Media insider, Julie Parker, President & CEO, Julie Parker Communications, will teach you the 3 essential components of every message in a crisis, and you will gain actionable techniques for crafting real-time, effective social media responses.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Please join us for a fun lunch and visit with our sponsors and vendors in the Exhibit Hall.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Agent Freddie C. Taylor who is currently leading ICE’s Office of Partnership and Engagement will join us to speak on behalf of ICE immigration enforcement in a one-hour session that includes Q&A.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
This meeting is by invitation only.
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM
Let's network and prepare to celebrate the law enforcement profession.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us for an evening of entertainment and an awards celebration. Attire: business, semi-formal, or after-five. The Class-A uniform is acceptable.
Wednesday, July 16
8:15 AM - 9:15 AM
8:15 AM - 9:15 AM
TBD
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Join the CEO of CRG, Jared Hudson, for an information session about this 501-c3 which provides funding for training, equipment and REAL-LIFE operations that lead to REAL rescues, arrests, and prosecution of child predators and human trafficking violators.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Learn about the availability of training in this new program sponsored by the North Carolina Highway Patrol
12:00 PM
12:00 PM
Speakers

James Brunet

Click here for Dr. Brunet bio...

Scott Monroe

Read Scott's bio here

Norman Peart

Pastor Peart's bio

David Wulff

Deacon Wulff's bio

Brett Chandler

Lt. Brett Chandler, click for bio

Julie Parker

Join award-winning crisis communications advisor Julie Parker for this engaging dive into the tools and strategies for mastering crisis communications - from internal messaging to handling the challenges of social media, news media, and misinformation.

Mark Nales

As a NCSHP's Interdiction for the Protection of Children coordinator, Sgt. Nales routinely assists Troopers and other LEOs with investigations ranging from narcotics to rescuing missing/exploited children and identifying high-risk threats to children.

Traci Klein

True Justice is a nonprofit in Eastern NC that provides holistic support to survivors of human trafficking. For over a decade, she has worked closely with survivors, offering trauma-informed care and creating safe spaces for healing and empowerment.

Jared Hudson

Covenant Rescue Group is a nonprofit organization combating human trafficking and child exploitation. Since its inception in 2019, CRG has helped rescue over 2,000 people out of trafficking and helped in the arrest & prosecution of over 300 criminals.

James Avens

Interim Chief of Police, Elizabeth City, NC

Brian James

Police Chief and NCPEA Executive Board Member

Victoria Tumilty

Read Victoria's Bio

Eddie Buffaloe

Eddie M. Buffaloe, Jr. Secretary

Jeffrey Smythe

Criminal Justice Standards Updates for LEO

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Exhibitors

Alleviate, LLC

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AmChar Wholesale Inc., Sponsor

AmChar Wholesale Inc. is a proud sponsor of NCPEA! More...

Apex IO

Consultants in Industrial-Organizational Psychology to help individuals and organizations achieve their full potential

Cary Psychology, Gold Sponsor

At Cary Psychology, we are dedicated to providing a variety of therapeutic and evaluative services to law enforcement, first responders, and public safety agencies.

Essential Personnel, Platinum Sponsor

A software solution designed to serve the personnel demands of public safety professionals

Evident

Whether on the field or in the lab, EVIDENT stands as a steadfast partner, dedicated to empowering law enforcement agencies with the tools they need to uphold justice and uncover the truth.

Extra Duty Solutions

Extra Duty Solutions

FirstNet Built with AT&T

The first nationwide network dedicated to public safety is ready to help law enforcement, fire service, and EMS do their jobs safely and effectively. More...

Grand Canyon University

Grand Canyon University

GunBusters Southeast

GunBusters Southeast (Booth 25)

Intoximeters

Intoximeters, Inc. is a privately held company headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri USA with a subsidiary office in Totnes, Devon UK. Intoximeters produces and markets a full line of alcohol breath testing instruments.

Laser Ammo USA, Inc.

Laser Ammo is the original “Shoot Anytime, Anywhere” company. We own many utility and design patents for laser cartridges.

Modern Automotive of Winston Salem (Booth 10)

Modern Automotive of Winston Salem (Booth 10)

NC State University, Gold Sponsor

NCSU Public Safety Leadership Institute

NCSA Cooperative Purchasing Programs

NCSA Cooperative Purchasing Programs (Booth 5)

Panasonic Connect

Panasonic Connect is changing the way work is done by delivering purpose-built mobile technology solutions designed to keep first responders more connected and efficient. More...

Royce Publications, Sponsor

Royce Publications is a proud Sponsor of NCPEA! More...

Southern Software, Inc., Gold Sponsor

We provide our customers with state-of-the-art computer software and hardware solutions while maintaining the fast, friendly and professional technical support that has made our company what it is today

Stewart-Cooper-Newell Architects

Stewart-Cooper-Newell Architects (Booth 12)

SymbolArts, Gold Sponsor

SymbolArts (Booth 8)

Western Carolina University

Whether completing your degree or furthering your education, WCU's Distance Learning Programs will meet your needs! Designed to fit into your schedule and life, our programs are consistently ranked as some of the best and most affordable in the nation.

Whelen Engineering Co. Inc., Sponsor

Whelen Engineering is a proud sponsor of NCPEA! More...

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Sponsors
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LOCATION
Wilmington Convention Center, Convention Center Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401
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Location: Wilmington Convention Center, Convention Center Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401