Events and Training

Events And Training

Regular Training Meetings

The TACP meets every other month in the Nashville area except for our annual conference which is held in July/August in a location to be determined by the incoming president. During these meetings members have the opportunity to:

  • Earn more than 40 hours of POST approved training
  • Hear quality speakers from all over the country present relevant information on management, integrity and leadership
  • Network with chief executive law enforcement and government officials
  • Study and discuss current events and the latest in law enforcement best practices
  • Learn & share information about safety programs, grant opportunities, technology, legislative matters, and homeland security including statewide threats

2025 Trainings

  • February 5-7, 2025
  • April 9-11, 2025
  • June 25-27, 2025
  • August 13-16, 2025 - Gatlinburg
  • October 8-10, 2025
  • December 3-5, 2025



All 2025 bi-monthly meetings and the Mid-Year Vendor Expo in April will be held at the Sonesta Airport Nashville Hotel. Reservation information will be provided soon.




Additional Training Opportunities

The IACP 2025 Annual Conference and Exposition will take place at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, Colorado, from October 18-21, 2025.

https://www.theiacpconference.org/

Vendor Expos

The TACP holds two Vendor Expos every year. The Mid-Year Vendor Expo takes place in April in the Nashville, Tennessee area. The Annual Conference Vendor Expo takes place in late July or early August in a Tennessee city determined by the incoming TACP President.

  • 2025 Annual Conference Vendor Expo

    • Gatlinburg Convention Center
    • August 13-16, 2025
    • Vendor Packet & Details Coming Soon

If you would like to receive more information about upcoming vendor expos or be placed on our vendor email list, please email admin@tacp.org.

Virtual Academy

Virtual Academy is the place where quality training is accessible and affordable. The Virtual Academy Training Management System (TMS) is a fully integrated, cloud-based training management software solution. The easy to use system allows public safety agencies to deliver the high quality training that officers need, 100% online. With over 200 hours of top quality courses, taught by top national trainers, your team can train anytime, anywhere and maximize your budget by using a fraction of it to complete the majority of your annual training needs. All this comes complete with comprehensive support, from guided system implementation and setup to instructional design consultation to assist trainers and 24/7 technical support.

Contact TENNESSEE ASSOCIATION OF CHIEFS OF POLICE INC.

545 Mainstream Dr, Suite 103 Nashville, TN 37228

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