2026 Virginia APCO/NENA/Interoperability Conference
What is the APCO/NENA/Interoperability
Conference?
The 2026 Annual VA APCO/NENA and
Interoperability Conference & Expo is the standout event for public safety
communications officials, front line telecommunicators, communications center
managers to public safety communications equipment and services vendors.
Starting October 27th, this in-person event will offer three days of
educational sessions, committee meetings, and special events, paired with
two days of exhibits.
Who Attends?
The 500+ attendees represent a wide range
of organizations, including ECCs/PSAPs, law enforcement, fire service,
emergency medical services, emergency management, radio technicians, and
government agencies, along with equipment and service providers and commercial
vendors.
Why Attend?
Education: Earn CEUs from professional development tracks
covering frontline telecommunicators, leadership, communications center
management, technology, and more. Pre-conference courses offer deeper training.
Networking: Connect with peers and exhibitors at special events
with engaging speakers.
Exhibitors: Discover new products and services from over 70
vendors; demo equipment and discuss purchases.
Involvement: Attend career advancement and healthy living
sessions. All are invited to general business sessions, and qualified APCO/NENA
members can vote and attend committee meetings.
Fun: Enjoy
APCO/NENA evening entertainment or explore downtown Roanoke.
Speaker Details
Sam Demma
Sam Demma is a best-selling author and
one of the most in-demand keynote speakers today. He has shared the stage with
icons like Kardinal Official and Sarah Blackwood, collaborated with brands like
Taco Bell, delivered two TEDx talks, and has toured his messages across Canada,
the United States and Kenya.
His work is often featured on national news shows like
Marilyn Dennis, Breakfast Television, and, most notably, his mom’s Facebook.
Sam delivers hundreds of performances annually, and his comical and
entertaining performances address the topics of Empathy, Mental Health and
Leadership.
Event Topic
Employee Training & Development, IT, NetworkingRelevant Audiences
All State and Local Government, All Government Contractors
The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center, Curio Collection by Hilton
110 Shenandoah Avenue Northeast
Roanoke, Virginia, US, 24016