ASSOCIATE Magazine FBINAA Q2-2026

NATIONAL OFFICE UPDATE FROM THE FBINAA ACTING EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

John DeVoe

A s a graduate of Session 252, Past President of the New Jersey Chapter, and FBINAA Director of Strategic Partner ships, it’s truly an honor to step in as Acting Executive Director and support this Association. I want to personally thank Jeff McCormick for his time and commitment to the FBINAA and wish him well as he returns home to be with his family. Like many of you, my connection to the FBINAA is personal. This organization has shaped my career and introduced me to some of the strongest relationships in my life. Every day, I am reminded of the strength of our Association through the work of our National Team, the dedication of our National Board, and the leadership at the chapter level. They are the people ensuring that our members, chapters, and partners have the support they need. From training to engagement, their efforts are at the core of everything we do. We saw great momentum from our recent membership drive, which speaks to the dedication at the chapter level. While it’s encouraging to see this growth, there is still more work ahead in reconnecting with expired members. Time and time again, personal outreach proves to be the most effective way to remind former members of the value of staying engaged. I ask each of you to build on this momentum by reconnecting with session mates and colleagues from your chapter who may have become inactive. All of this brings us to one of the most meaningful opportu nities we share each year: the FBINAA National Annual Training Conference (NATC) . Our National Board, National Team, and the New York/East ern Canada Chapter have been working tirelessly to create an exceptional experience for this year’s event. The 2026 conference in Niagara Falls is shaping up to be something special. We’re planning more than 50 hours of train ing, including keynote presentations, breakout sessions, and professional development seminars. More than 150 sponsors and exhibitors will also be on site, showcasing the latest tools and technologies in public safety. Equally important, NATC is about connection. It is an oppor tunity to reconnect with session mates, meet new friends, and have conversations and experiences that stay with you long after the conference ends. With a wide range of optional activities and the incredible backdrop of Niagara Falls, this year’s conference offers both strong professional value and a memorable experience.

I encourage you to review the training and activities highlighted in this issue and start planning your time at NATC. Whether it’s your first conference or one of many, it will be time well spent. I welcome the opportunity to connect with you personally at NATC. I look forward to meeting you, learning from your expe riences, and engaging throughout the conference. Lastly, as I step into this role, I am mindful of the foundation built over many years. I am inspired by so many of you, and I will carry forward the lessons that have shaped my own approach to serving this Association for as long as I’m entrusted with this responsibility.

Thank you for your continued commitment to the FBINAA!

John DeVoe FBINAA Acting Executive Director NA Session 252

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