Rise 2026 Thursday Morning Featured Speaker Sponsor
Rise Sponsorships
Rise Thursday Morning Featured Speaker Sponsor
Take center stage as the Featured Speaker Sponsor, positioning your brand in front of the full conference audience during a high-impact session designed to inspire and engage attendees.
Thursday morning’s Featured Speaker is George Piro, the legendary FBI special agent who led the interrogation of Saddam Hussein following his capture in 2003. His work reshaped U.S. intelligence operations and demonstrated the power of patience, trust, and human connection under pressure.
Before joining the FBI, Piro spent 10 years as a police officer right here in California, building the foundation for a career rooted in service, integrity, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. A Lebanese war refugee who came to the U.S. with almost nothing, George’s story is one of resilience and purpose. Today, he inspires audiences to lead with discipline, courage, and focus, no matter the challenge.
What's Included:
- Opportunity to submit a commercial or join us on stage for a 5-minute speech before the Featured Speaker
- Logo displayed on-screen during speech
- Table Display and two (2) all-access badges
- Option to provide branded giveaways for attendees
- Logo placement on the conference website and in event communications
This session will take place on Thursday, September 10th, 2026 at 8:00 am.
About Rise: Women in Policing
This year, Rise: Women in Policing is celebrating The Power of Connection—bringing together sworn and professional staff from across California in a supportive, high-impact environment focused on leadership, growth, and community. Through dynamic training led by subject matter experts and meaningful networking opportunities, attendees gain valuable insights while building lasting relationships. For sponsors, Rise offers a unique opportunity to connect directly with a highly engaged audience at all levels, fostering authentic connections that extend well beyond the conference.
Who Attends?
This event brings together approximately 2,000 attendees, representing both professional and sworn staff across all ranks of the policing profession.
Why Sponsor Rise?
- Connect with an Engaged Audience: Build meaningful relationships with sworn and professional staff across all ranks in a collaborative, high-energy environment.
- Elevate Your Brand: Gain strong visibility through on-site presence and direct engagement opportunities throughout the conference.
- Be Part of the Experience: Align your brand with a conference centered on leadership, connection, and empowerment—positioning your organization as a supporter of women in policing and the future of the profession.
