Conferences & Mid Terms Meetings

2025 WAD 100th Anniversary Conference

Details on Centennial and Official Website 

September 2nd - 6th, 2025

The Drake Hotel, Chicago, IL USA
Registration include:

-Welcoming Cocktail Reception
-Board Meeting with Coffee Breaks
-Outstanding Exhibitors
-Dual Track Educational Seminars
-Past President Brunch with a guest speaker
-Cocktail Reception and Formal Gala Banquet
-Farewell Cocktail Cruise on Lake Michigan

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2025 Pre-Conference Training – September 2
(Separate Registration Required)

Get even more value from your trip with two powerhouse training options:

Jimmy Mesis: How to Double Your PI Income and Client Base

Amber Schroader: End-to-End Digital Investigations – OSINT, Computers, Smartphones, Cloud

Whether you're looking to grow your business or deepen your technical skills, these sessions are not to be missed.

Register for the Pre-Conference Seminars HERE


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2025 WAD Centennial Conference - Chicago, IL, USA


$100 for the 100th
Donating $100 to the World Association of Detectives (WAD) Centennial Conference is a meaningful way to support a landmark event that celebrates a century of excellence in detective work. Your contribution will help cover essential costs, ensuring we can provide a high-quality experience for all attendees, including expert speakers, engaging workshops, and valuable networking opportunities.

Simply scan the barcode or link below and be part of WAD history



$100 for the 100th

 





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How do we choose our conference sites?

From our By-laws:

"An Annual Conference of this Association shall be held at a place to be determined by the Board of Directors at each annual conference. Conference sites shall be rotated between North America, Europe, and a location outside North America and Europe provided a qualified host is available or an emergency change is not needed."