International Association of Chiefs of Police - IACP

• DatesOctober 24–27, 2026
• LocationOrlando, FL, United States
• CategoryDefense & Security
• Official websitetheiacpconference.org

About International Association of Chiefs of Police - IACP

International Association of Chiefs of Police - IACP is a defense and security industry event taking place October 24–27, 2026 in Orlando, FL, United States. It runs for four days, opening on Saturday and closing on Tuesday. That is only 15 days away, so most planning deadlines have already passed; focus on travel, staffing and lead capture.

Shows like this one typically draw government and military procurement officials, integrators, security directors, engineers and analysts. For registration, exhibitor packages and the floor plan, go to the official website, theiacpconference.org.

ShowFloorTips is an independent guide and is not affiliated with the organizer. Dates, venues and rules can change, so confirm the details with the organizer before you book.

What to expect at International Association of Chiefs of Police - IACP

Defense and security events are formal and often restricted. Badge checks, export rules and confidentiality shape what can be shown and discussed, and many conversations are with long-term partners.

Over four days, traffic usually peaks on the first two days and thins out on the last one. The quieter final day is a good time for longer conversations, visiting other stands and meeting suppliers. Expect most visitors to be government and military procurement officials and their colleagues, often with a short list of suppliers they want to see.

How exhibitors should prepare for International Association of Chiefs of Police - IACP

Here is a working timeline counted back from the opening day, October 24, 2026:

1. 16 weeks before (Jul 4, 2026) · date passed, do it now if you haven't
   Confirm your booth space and read the exhibitor manual. Book hotels in Orlando while rates are still normal.
2. 8 weeks before (Aug 29, 2026) · date passed, do it now if you haven't
   Order booth services (power, internet, furniture, cleaning) before the early-rate deadlines, and send graphics to print.
3. 4 weeks before (Sep 26, 2026) · date passed, do it now if you haven't
   Ship freight to the advance warehouse if the organizer offers one. Book meetings with the visitors you most want to see. Set up lead capture and train the team on it.
4. One week before (Oct 17, 2026)
   Confirm freight arrived, share the staffing schedule, charge every device, and test your lead capture app with Wi-Fi turned off.

Preparation tips for defense and security shows

• Check registration, security clearance and export control rules for products you plan to display.
• Prepare unclassified briefing material suitable for a general audience.
• Schedule meetings with integrators and procurement officials in advance.

Booth tips for International Association of Chiefs of Police - IACP

• Keep displays professional and factual; claims are scrutinized.
• Know which information you may and may not share at a public stand.
• Collect only professional contact details, and respect visitors who prefer not to have their badge scanned.
• Plan shifts of three to four hours. Standing and talking for four days wears people out, and tired staff let good leads walk past.
• Capture every conversation the moment it ends: scan the badge or card, add a one-line note about what the visitor needs, and rate the lead hot, warm or cold. Notes written that evening are already half forgotten.

For a full list of what to bring, use the free booth checklist, and plan the money side with the trade show ROI calculator.

Following up leads after International Association of Chiefs of Police - IACP

Most of the value of a trade show is created after it closes. Procurement cycles are long and formal, so follow up through the proper channels with documentation.

1. Within 24 hours (by Oct 28, 2026)
   Send a short personal email to every hot lead. Mention one detail from your conversation so they remember you.
2. By Oct 30, 2026
   Send everything you promised at the booth: prices, samples, demo links. Log each lead in your CRM with its rating and notes.
3. By Nov 10, 2026
   Make a second, useful touch: a case study, a short video or an answer to the question they asked. Warm leads often reply to this one.
4. By Nov 26, 2026
   Review results: how many leads became meetings, what each lead cost, and whether International Association of Chiefs of Police - IACP is worth returning to.

Ready-to-edit messages for each step are in our trade show follow-up email templates.

Getting to Orlando

Orlando International Airport (MCO) is about 20 to 30 minutes by car from International Drive, home of the Orange County Convention Center. Many hotels on International Drive are within walking distance or a short ride of the convention center. International visitors should check whether they need a visa or an ESTA before booking travel.

Hotels closest to the venue sell out first during show week, and many organizers offer discounted room blocks that close weeks before the show, so book early. Our city travel guides cover hotels, transport and budgeting for the busiest show cities.

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