National Sheriffs' Association Winter Conference - NSA 2027 in Washington, DC

National Sheriffs' Association Winter Conference - NSA 2027

February 8–12, 2027
Washington, DC

Event Date

February 8–12, 2027

Location

Washington, DC

About This Show

AI-drafted summary

The National Sheriffs' Association (NSA) Winter Conference is an annual gathering of the nation's sheriffs and law enforcement leadership held in Washington, DC. At the conference, attendees join high-level leadership from federal agencies, members of Congress, and active sheriffs who come together to explore current legislation, learn about relevant topics, and examine trending technologies and products.

The conference draws a highly influential public-safety audience, including NSA's most active sheriffs, members of Congress, federal agency officials, leaders from Homeland Security, representatives from the FBI, CIA, and policing agencies, first responders, and other key law enforcement professionals. Attendees come to address the most pressing challenges facing law enforcement, discover innovative public-safety solutions, explore new products and technologies firsthand, and strengthen relationships with peers and industry partners.

Held in the first quarter of the year, the Winter Conference is a focused, high-impact event where all programming, networking, and exhibits are conveniently located under one roof. For companies serving the law enforcement and first-responder communities, it offers direct, face-to-face access to the decision-makers who influence and control critical agency budgets — making it a valuable event for both attendees and exhibitors alike.

Show Highlights

The 2027 program centers on legislative engagement, professional development, and connecting industry with law enforcement decision-makers. Signature features and events include:

  • "Hill Day" activities at the Capitol Hill Club, where sheriffs meet with members of Congress
  • Opening General Session with a keynote speaker
  • NSA President's Welcome Reception and a Closing NSA President's Reception
  • NSA Board of Directors meetings and luncheons, and the Committee of State Sheriffs' Associations meeting
  • First Time Attendee Breakfast for those new to the conference
  • A tabletop Exhibit Hall where suppliers showcase products and technologies
  • Active committee meetings covering topics such as Border Security, Homeland Security, School Safety and Security, Drug Enforcement, Jail/Detention and Corrections, Emerging Technology and CJIS, Traffic Safety, and more

Note: The conference uses a digital Conference App as the sole source for the schedule and sessions — there is no printed program.

Attendance

According to NSA's sponsorship materials, the Winter Conference draws an audience of approximately 1,000+ attendees. The Opening Plenary (General) Session seats approximately 250 attendees. The audience is composed of sheriffs, deputies, members of Congress, federal agency officials, Homeland Security and federal policing representatives, first responders, and other law enforcement professionals.

Booth Pricing

For the 2027 NSA Winter Conference, exhibit space is priced at $2,250 per 8' x 6' tabletop. The conference uses a compact tabletop exhibition format (8' wide x 6' deep); due to space limitations, larger booths (such as 10' x 10' displays) and vehicles are not permitted.

Each exhibit package includes:

  • Two (2) full conference registrations (including Tuesday lunch, the Tuesday evening Welcome Reception, and Wednesday breakfast)
  • Company listing and description in the conference mobile app
  • Listing in Sheriff & Deputy magazine (deadlines apply) and on the NSA website
  • A draped 8' back wall, 3' draped side rails, a 6' draped table, and two chairs
  • Carpeted exhibit space and a booth identification sign
  • Pre-conference and post-conference attendee lists

Separate sponsorship opportunities are also available, ranging from roughly $250 add-ons up to $18,000 exclusive packages.

Registration

Attendee registration for the 2027 Winter Conference was listed as "coming soon" on the official website at the time of research; prospective attendees should check nsawinter.org for the registration launch.

Exhibitors can reserve space using the online exhibit application and floor plan on the conference website. Exhibit space is assigned through NSA staff, with contacts split alphabetically by company name:

  1. Companies A–L: Karen Romano, 770-432-8410 x158, Kromano@sheriffs.org
  2. Companies M–Z: Kathy Maguire, 770-432-8410 x153, kmaguire@sheriffs.org

Sponsorship inquiries are handled by NSA's Director of Sponsorships and Partnerships. Note that the official registration list is offered only to exhibitors, exclusively through NSA or Tradeshow Logic — lists sold by outside parties are not legitimate.

History

The NSA Winter Conference is one of the annual conferences of the National Sheriffs' Association (NSA), a U.S. trade association whose Articles of Incorporation were filed with the Ohio Secretary of State on September 26, 1940. Sheriff Walter O'Neil of Akron, Ohio was NSA's first president and held the first annual meeting in 1941. The organization's roots trace back to October 1888, when sheriffs in Minnesota and surrounding states formed the Inter-State Sheriffs' Association.

Headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, NSA is one of the largest law enforcement organizations in the country and has been the leading advocate for the nation's sheriffs in Washington, DC since its founding. NSA's annual conferences provide networking opportunities, the review and formation of the association's national policy positions on criminal justice and homeland security issues, and training and seminars for sheriffs and deputies. The 2027 edition marks a move to the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, DC.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is the 2027 NSA Winter Conference?

The National Sheriffs' Association 2027 Winter Conference takes place February 8–12, 2027, at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, DC.

Who attends the NSA Winter Conference?

The conference draws NSA's most active sheriffs, members of Congress, federal agency officials, Homeland Security leaders, representatives from the FBI, CIA and policing agencies, first responders, and other key law enforcement professionals. Sponsorship materials cite an audience of approximately 1,000 or more attendees.

How much does it cost to exhibit, and what is included?

Exhibit space costs $2,250 per 8' x 6' tabletop. Each package includes two full conference registrations, a draped table and back wall, two chairs, carpeted space, a booth sign, listings in the conference app and on the NSA website, and pre- and post-conference attendee lists. Larger booths and vehicles are not permitted due to the compact tabletop format.

How do I register or reserve exhibit space?

Attendee registration is handled through the official website, nsawinter.org, where it was listed as coming soon at the time of research. Exhibitors can apply online via the conference floor plan and exhibit application, or contact NSA staff (Karen Romano for companies A–L, Kathy Maguire for companies M–Z).

What is the nearest airport and how do I get to the venue?

The Omni Shoreham Hotel is about 8 miles from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), with Dulles (IAD) around 28 miles away and BWI roughly 40 miles away. The hotel is a short walk from the Woodley Park-Zoo/Adams Morgan Metro station on the Red Line, and rideshare and taxis are readily available.

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