April 12-14, 2026 | Nashville, TN
Registration is now open for the 2026 SEC Police Chiefs and Emergency Managers Conference, hosted by Vanderbilt University Public Safety.
This annual conference brings together chiefs of police, emergency managers, and public safety executives to exchange best practices, explore emerging challenges, and strengthen partnerships that support campus safety and preparedness across the SEC.
For information on vendor registration, and sponsorship opportunities, please email SEC-PCEM_Conference2026@vanderbilt.edu.
Conference Details
Date: April 12–14, 2026
Host: Vanderbilt University Public Safety
Location: Nashville, Tennessee
Audience: Senior leaders in public safety and emergency management from SEC institutions
Venues: JW Marriott, Vanderbilt University (conference hotel rate available)
Conference rate: Register by February 26 for the early-bird discount rate of $550 (A conference room block is available at the JW Marriott through March 23. After this date, rooms will be released to the general public and availability at the conference rate cannot be guaranteed.
Attendees can expect
- An optional pre-conference welcome reception in the heart of Nashville, a short distance from Broadway attractions
- Executive-level discussions on public safety and emergency preparedness
- Peer-to-peer collaboration and knowledge sharing
- Networking with SEC colleagues and regional partners
- Engaging programming hosted by Vanderbilt University
For information on vendor registration, and sponsorship opportunities, please email SEC-PCEM_Conference2026@vanderbilt.edu.
