ASSOCIATE Magazine FBINAA Q1-2026

NATIONAL OFFICE UPDATE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Jeff McCormick

T he FBINAA is an Association like no other. Only those who graduated from the FBI National Academy (almost 57,000 since its inception in 1935) are eligible for membership. As a result, only a finite, statistically insignificant number of law enforcement leaders can be members of the FBINAA. Yet, since those selected to attend the FBI National Academy represent the best of the law enforcement profession, so too are the members of the FBINAA. And as an organization of the best and brightest in law enforcement, the FBINAA delivers an impact to the profes sion that far outweighs our restricted number of members! The exclusivity of membership eligibility ensures the members of the FBINAA are the lifeblood of the World’s Strongest Law Enforce ment Leadership Network. Those members are the reason the FBINAA exists. Dur ing their attendance at the National Academy, students form relationships, deep bonds, that will last for the rest of their lives, not just their careers. The camaraderie, instant assistance, and mutual understanding they develop with their Session mates extends not only after retirement, but across sessions! Whether you attend a National Conference, chapter retrainer, or simple luncheon, you will see the instant recognition and unity of fellow graduates, no matter the session or region of the world. The leadership provided by the FBINAA National Board and the relentless pursuit of excellence by the National Office Team, are the engine that keeps the FBINAA at the forefront of law enforcement leadership and networking. Those graduates who recognize the privilege of attending the most prestigious and

exclusive training for law enforcement leaders and who continue to value and honor that experience are the reason the FBINAA exists. The Association serves these members and provides a vehicle through which they can continue to positively influence their communities by promoting and advancing law enforcement leadership education and meaningful networking opportunities. THANK YOU to the members of the FBINAA for your dedication and support! See you in Niagara Falls for the 2026 FBINAA National Annual Training Conference, June 27-30!

Warmest Regards,

Jeff McCormick FBINAA Executive Director

2026 NIAGARA FALLS, ONTARIO JUNE 27-30 HOSTED BY THE NEW YORK/ EASTERN CANADA CHAPTER

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