Technology Conference | Long Beach | November 2026 | Sponsors
Hyatt Regency Long Beach
200 South Pine AvenueLong Beach, CA 90802
United States
The Technology Conference brings together law enforcement leaders, innovators, and industry partners to explore the tools and strategies shaping the future of policing. This focused, forward-looking event is designed to help agencies navigate emerging technologies, strengthen operational effectiveness, and enhance public safety.
Attendees will engage in practical discussions on topics such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital evidence management, data transparency, emerging investigative tools, and responsible technology implementation. Sessions are tailored for executive leaders and command staff who are making critical decisions about technology investments, policy development, and organizational readiness.
The California Police Chiefs Association relies on the strong partnership of our exhibitors and sponsors to deliver meaningful, high-quality events. To protect the value of their investment and ensure a fair environment for all participants, CPCA enforces a strict policy against suitcasing and outboarding at all of our conferences, trainings, and summits.
What is Suitcasing and Outboarding?
Suitcasing refers to individuals or companies who attend as registrants (or without proper registration) and attempt to promote their products or services in public areas—such as aisles, lounges, or networking spaces—without securing an exhibit booth or sponsorship.
Outboarding occurs when non-exhibiting companies host competing events or meetings—such as hospitality suites, off-site dinners, or product demos—that are timed to overlap with official CPCA programming, and aimed at drawing attendees away from the event.
Examples Include (But Are Not Limited To):
- A company that is not exhibiting sets up a hospitality suite or dinner nearby and invites attendees to stop by.
- A representative walks the expo floor without a booth, soliciting business or handing out materials.
- A company promotes conference-adjacent activities or meetings using CPCA branding or referencing the event without participating officially.
- A vendor leverages another exhibitor’s investment to promote its own product or service without having a formal presence.
Enforcement & Consequences
Any attendee or company found engaging in suitcasing or outboarding activities will be:
- Immediately removed from the event without refund
- Prohibited from participating in future CPCA events
- Reported to the appropriate professional channels, if applicable
If activities are taking place at venues under CPCA contracts (such as partner hotels), we reserve the right to shut down those unauthorized functions.
Our Commitment
This policy exists to safeguard the integrity of CPCA events, protect our community, and honor the commitment of our valued exhibitors and sponsors. Their investment directly supports CPCA’s mission to lead, educate, and support California’s police chiefs and public safety leaders.We appreciate your cooperation in helping us create a respectful, high-value experience for all participants.
Our host hotel is the Hyatt Regency Long Beach. We have secured a discounted group rate of $249/night (taxes and fees not included). The booking link will be provided in your confirmation e-mail.
For More Information:
Our host hotel is the Hyatt Regency Long Beach. We have secured a discounted group rate of $249/night (taxes and fees not included). The booking link will be provided in your confirmation e-mail.