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ARIZONA ASSOCIATION OF CHIEFS OF POLICE

AZ · EIN 860583284 · $584K rev · infrastructure · advocacy · www.azchiefsofpolice.org
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The ARIZONA ASSOCIATION OF CHIEFS OF POLICE (AACOP) is a professional organization for law enforcement leaders in Arizona. It facilitates networking, training, and information exchange among its members, and offers various membership types including for active, retired, and supporting business members. The organization also hosts an annual training and vendor expo.

activities · 19

what they do

direct service · 4
  • Hosts annual Law Enforcement Summit and Vendor Expo Law Enforcement Professional Development Summits
    Organizes an annual Law Enforcement Summit and Vendor Expo that brings together agency leaders, public safety professionals, and industry partners for collaboration, strategy, and relationship building; includes networking opportunities, meals, and social functions; scheduled for July 2025 and July 2026.
  • Hosts biannual General Membership Meetings with training components Law Enforcement Professional Development Summits
    Organizes spring and fall General Membership Meetings that include training sessions for law enforcement professionals; upcoming events are scheduled for Spring and October 2025 and 2026 in various Arizona locations including Tucson.
  • Offers member benefits and networking resources Discounted Access & Privileges for Members
    Provides members with access to a membership database, member forum, early registration for conferences, and promotional benefits for supporting business members such as logo placement on the website.
  • Promoting Supporting Businesses
    The organization provides early access to registration for its Annual Conference and Vendor Show and features company logos with links on its website for supporting business members.
advocacy · 2
capacity building · 13
  • Assisting with Personnel Issues Law Enforcement Association Support
    Provides assistance to Arizona law enforcement departments in addressing various personnel-related issues.
  • Conducting General Membership Meetings and Training Sessions Law Enforcement Professional Development Summits
    Organizes general membership meetings and training sessions in the spring and fall, which include AZ POST Credit trainings, to provide ongoing professional development and information dissemination on topics such as crime prevention, community policing, and police administration.
  • Disseminating Information and Resources Law Enforcement Information & Coordination Networks
    Develops and disseminates information on crime prevention, training, community policing, criminal apprehension, and police administration and management. It also provides members with access to a membership database and a member forum.
  • Engaging Members in Association Governance and Projects
    Allows active and retired members to serve on committees and contribute their expertise to special projects, and enables voting members to hold office within the Association.
  • Facilitates interagency cooperation and information sharing Law Enforcement Information & Coordination Networks
    Promotes coordination between public and private entities in law enforcement; develops and disseminates information on crime prevention, community policing, criminal apprehension, and police administration; assists departments with personnel issues.
  • Facilitating Inter-agency Cooperation Law Enforcement Information & Coordination Networks
    The organization promotes cooperation and coordination among public and private entities and individuals to enhance law enforcement efforts.
  • Facilitating Inter-agency Cooperation Law Enforcement Information & Coordination Networks
    Promotes cooperation and coordination between public and private entities and individuals to enhance law enforcement efforts across Arizona.
  • Hosting an Annual Training and Vendor Expo Industry Conference & Networking Events
    Hosts an annual Training and Vendor Expo, also referred to as an Annual Conference and Vendor Show, which provides training opportunities and allows supporting business members early access to registration and promotional visibility.
  • Information Dissemination and Resource Development Law Enforcement Information & Coordination Networks
    The organization develops and shares information on various law enforcement topics such as crime prevention, community policing, and police administration. It also provides weekly legislative updates to members during legislative sessions and offers access to a membership database and forum.
  • Organizing Law Enforcement Summits Law Enforcement Professional Development Summits
    Hosts an annual Law Enforcement Summit for agency leaders, public safety professionals, and industry partners to foster collaboration, strategy, and relationship building. These summits include networking opportunities, meals, and social functions.
  • Organizing Training and Networking Events Law Enforcement Professional Development Summits
    The organization hosts general membership meetings and training sessions multiple times a year, including a Spring and October event, and an annual Law Enforcement Summit. These events provide training, networking opportunities, and a platform for collaboration among law enforcement professionals and industry partners.
  • Provides training and professional development opportunities for law enforcement members Law Enforcement Professional Development Summits
    Offers training sessions, including AZ POST Credit trainings, and professional development through membership meetings, summits, and special projects; supports line-level sworn officers and active members with skill-building and leadership opportunities.
  • Supporting Law Enforcement Personnel Law Enforcement Association Support
    The organization assists Arizona law enforcement departments with personnel issues and provides member benefits and training opportunities to line-level sworn officers. It also allows active and retired members to serve on committees and contribute to special projects.
strategies · 13

how they think

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named programs · 5

what they call their work

ALEAP Accreditation Program
An accreditation program for law enforcement agencies.
Annual Training and Vendor Expo
An annual event for law enforcement leaders and purchasing agents to connect with vendors, receive training, and network. Features various sponsorship opportunities for businesses.
General Membership Meeting/Training
Regular meetings for members that include training sessions.
Law Enforcement Summit
An event focused on law enforcement topics.
Stanard and Associates Testing
Provides testing services, likely for law enforcement recruitment or assessment.
relationships · 41

who they work with

  • 911 Tech Funder — Recognized as a Silver sponsor for 2026.
  • ABEL Funder — Recognized as a Silver sponsor for 2026.
  • ACJC Partner — Non-Law Enforcement organization whose supervisory members can be granted active membership.
  • ACJC Partner — Referenced as a law-related organization eligible for Active Membership
  • AZPOST Government — Certification body for voting members and referenced as a partner organization
  • AZPOST Partner — Non-Law Enforcement organization whose supervisory members can be granted active membership.
  • AZPOST Partner — Requires voting members to be AZPOST-certified peace officers.
  • Aftermath Funder — Recognized as a Silver sponsor for 2026.
  • Airwave Communications Funder — Recognized as a Gold sponsor for 2026.
  • Arizona Corporation Commission Partner — Shares job opportunities and professional connections in law enforcement and legal fields.
  • Artistic Custom Badges & Coins LLC Funder — Recognized as a Silver sponsor for 2026.
  • Artistic Custom Badges & Coins LLC Partner — Silver sponsor of the 2026 Law Enforcement Summit.
  • Axon Enterprise, Inc. Funder — Recognized as a Gold sponsor for 2026.
  • B&B Enterprises Funder — Recognized as a Silver sponsor for 2026.
  • Clearview AI Funder — Recognized as a Silver sponsor for 2026.
  • Core Construction Funder — Recognized as a Gold sponsor for 2026.
  • Dell Technologies Funder — Recognized as a Silver sponsor for 2026.
  • Epic Recruiting Funder — Recognized as a Silver sponsor for 2026.
  • Facebook Partner — Encourages members to follow the organization on Facebook.
  • Facebook Partner — Maintains a presence on Facebook.
  • Flagstaff DoubleTree by Hilton Partner — Provides hotel blocks for the 2026 Law Enforcement Summit attendees.
  • Flock Safety Funder — Recognized as a Platinum sponsor for 2026.
  • Flock Safety Partner — Platinum sponsor of the 2026 Law Enforcement Summit.
  • Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino and Resort Partner — Venue for the 2027 Training and Vendor Expo
  • Maricopa Community College PD Partner — Posts job openings for Maricopa Community College PD.
  • Off Duty Management Funder — Recognized as a Silver sponsor for 2026.
  • Peregrine Funder — Recognized as a Gold sponsor for 2026.
  • Rapid Drone Funder — Recognized as a Silver sponsor for 2026.
  • Revelen.AI, Inc. Funder — Recognized as a Silver sponsor for 2026.
  • Scottsdale Police Department Partner — Collaborates through job postings and likely professional engagement.
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