Washington-Alaska State Narcotics Investigators Association
2027 TRAINING SUMMIT AND VENDOR SHOW!
Event Details
Dates: April 11–15, 2027
Location: Coeur d’Alene Resort, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho
Registration: $600
26 hours of world class investigative training for Detectives, Street Teams, Analysts, Support Staff, Supervisors, and Commanders.
Great networking opportunities for all aspects of Law Enforcement.
Dedicated analytical / support staff training tract and roundtable meeting!
Hosted welcome event, Marine Terrace, Sunday night, April 11th. Meet your fellow attendees and our instructors.
Now accepting award nominations!
Detective, Prosecutor, Legislator, Narcotics Detection K9 and Handler, and Unit or Team of The Year (2026). Submit your nominations before the end of February to WSNIA President Chris Foreman: cforeman@wsnia.org
Please read our WSNIA President’s 2027 Training Summit message.
Why Attend Each Year?
- New Courses
- Professional Development
- Risk Management
- Best Practices
- Team Building
- Networking
- Innovative Investigative Techniques and Strategies to Up Your Game
- Analytical Training Tract
2027 AGENDA
Day 1 — Sunday, April 11th
| Time | Session / Activity |
|---|---|
| 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Vendor Show Open, Bays 4, 5, and 6 |
| 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Investigative Deconfliction: Protecting Detectives, Cases and Informants with WSIN |
| 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Hosted Welcome Reception on the Marina Terrace |
Day 2 — Monday, April 12th
| Time | Session / Activity |
|---|---|
| 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM | Summit Registration |
| 8:30 AM – 8:45 AM | Opening Ceremonies, Bays 1, 2, and 3 |
| 8:45 AM – 9:15 AM | Vendor Introductions |
| 9:15 AM – 10:15 AM | An Honest Discussion About the Future of Cartels, And What It Means for You — A Discussion Panel with Independent Journalist Katrina Szulc and President Chris Foreman |
| 10:15 AM – 10:30 AM | Morning Break |
| 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM | “Continued” — An Honest Discussion About the Future of Cartels, And What It Means for You |
| 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Lunch Break |
| 1:00 PM – 2:15 PM | The Current and Future Drugs of Concern: What YOU Need to Know — Joe Bozenko, DEA Special Operations Division (SOD) and Keith Chan, DEA Western Region Lab |
| 2:15 PM – 3:00 PM | Afternoon Break – Raffles in the Vendor Area |
| 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Keynote Speaker: TBD |
| 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM | Special Event in the Vendor Show Area – Raffle tickets support the Jerremy Brown Memorial Fund |
Day 3 — Tuesday, April 13th — Morning Breakout Sessions (8:00 AM – Noon)
| Room | Session / Presenter |
|---|---|
| Bay 1 | It’s Not About the Drugs It’s About the Money – IRS-CI’s Role in Narcotics Investigations. Thomas Canning, Internal Revenue Service |
| Bay 2 | When the Plan Goes Sideways; High Risk Narcotics Operations. Toby Darby, Embassy Consulting Services |
| Bay 3 | Advanced Vehicle Contraband Concealment. Joel Hoover, HITS Inc. |
| Bay 4 | Case Debrief Group 1 (First Half): “A Family Affair” – Ben Lamothe, Tri-Cities DEA Case Debrief Group 1 (Second Half): Canadian Trafficking Trends – Niall McCulloch, RCMP |
| Bay 5 | Chasing Cell Phones. Aaron Edens, San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office |
| Bay 6 | Mexican Cartel and Their Violence. Clarence Davis, Albuquerque Police Department |
| Casco Bay | Analyst / Support Staff Round Table Meeting. Facilitator: Jenny Shehan, Skagit County Interlocal Drug Unit |
Day 3 — Tuesday, April 13th — Afternoon Breakout Sessions (1:30 PM – 5:30 PM)
| Room | Session / Presenter |
|---|---|
| Bay 1 | All The Cool Things You Can Do to Become a Better Investigator: Legal Update. Gary Ernsdorff, King County Prosecutors Office |
| Bay 2 | Marijuana Psychosis Murder Case Debrief. Cyrus Zadeh, Ventura County Sheriff’s Office; Audry Nafziger, Ventura County District Attorney’s Office |
| Bay 3 | Beyond the Smoke: The Evolution of Cannabis Enforcement. Kenny Lutz and Jacob Pont, WSP Cannabis Enforcement Response Team |
| Bay 4 | Case Debrief Group 2 (First Half): Operation Dead Ringer – Jeff Wentworth, Grant County Sheriff’s Office; Chris Kottong, Washington State Patrol TF Officer Case Debrief Group 2 (Second Half): The Dealer, the Dead, and the Devil in the Details: A Prosecutor’s Perspective on Overdose Death Investigations – Kat Runnels, Alaska Special Drug Prosecutor |
| Bay 5 | Cracking The Digital Case. Chris Iverson, Washington County Sheriff’s Department |
| Bay 6 | Burnt Offerings: Leading the Task Force Life. Dave Miller, Indiana State Police (Retired) |
| Casco Bay | Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems Fundamentals. Western Region Counterdrug Training Center |
All Bays – 7:00 PM: Jeremy Brown Memorial Cornhole Tournament
Day 4 — Wednesday, April 14th — Morning Breakout Sessions (8:00 AM – Noon)
| Room | Session / Presenter |
|---|---|
| Bay 1 | Chasing Cell Phones. Aaron Edens, San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office |
| Bay 2 | When the Plan Goes Sideways; High Risk Narcotics Operations. Toby Darby, Embassy Consulting Services |
| Bay 3 | Beyond the Smoke: The Evolution of Cannabis Enforcement. Kenny Lutz and Jacob Pont, WSP Cannabis Enforcement Response Team |
| Bay 4 | Case Debrief Group 2 (First Half): Operation Dead Ringer – Jeff Wentworth, Grant County Sheriff’s Office; Chris Kottong, Washington State Patrol TF Officer Case Debrief Group 2 (Second Half): The Dealer, the Dead, and the Devil in the Details: A Prosecutor’s Perspective on Overdose Death Investigations – Kat Runnels, Alaska Special Drug Prosecutor |
| Bay 5 | Mexican Cartel and Their Violence. Clarence Davis, Albuquerque Police Department |
| Bay 6 | All The Cool Things You Can Do to Become a Better Investigator: Legal Update. Gary Ernsdorff, King County Prosecutors Office |
Day 4 — Wednesday, April 14th — Afternoon Breakout Sessions (1:30 PM – 5:30 PM)
| Room | Session / Presenter |
|---|---|
| Bay 1 | It’s Not About the Drugs It’s About the Money – IRS-CI’s Role in Narcotics Investigations. Thomas Canning, Internal Revenue Service |
| Bay 2 | Case Debrief Group 1 (First Half): “A Family Affair” – Ben Lamothe, Tri-Cities DEA Case Debrief Group 1 (Second Half): Canadian Trafficking Trends – Niall McCulloch, RCMP |
| Bay 3 | Marijuana Psychosis Murder Case Debrief. Cyrus Zadeh, Ventura County Sheriff’s Office; Audry Nafziger, Ventura County District Attorney’s Office |
| Bay 4 | Cracking The Digital Case. Chris Iverson, Washington County Sheriff’s Department |
| Bay 5 | Advanced Vehicle Contraband Concealment. Joel Hoover, HITS Inc. |
| Bay 6 | Burnt Offerings: Leading the Task Force Life. Dave Miller, Indiana State Police (Retired) |
| Casco Bay | Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems Fundamentals. Western Region Counterdrug Training Center |
Day 5 — Thursday, April 15th — Closing Session (8:00 AM – Noon)
| Time | Session / Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM | WASNIA Business Meeting |
| 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM | Legislative Update — Dave Hayes, Snohomish Regional Drug Task Force Commander and Anne Anderson, WASNIA Lobbyist |
| 8:30 AM – Noon | KEYNOTE SPEAKER: “Turns Out Getting Shot Isn’t the Worst Thing.” Brent Cartwright, Kansas City Police Department (Retired) |
DOWNLOAD THE COMPLETE AGENDA HERE
Join us for the Jeremy Brown Memorial Corn Hole Tournament! |
|---|
 Date: April 13TH
Time: 7pm
Spouses are welcome to participate, and all summit attendees are welcome as spectators. Proceeds Support the Jeremy Brown Memorial Fund!
Registration and Prizes to be posted soon. |
Don’t miss our amazing Vendor Show!
Vendor Show: Monday, April 12, 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM
At least 7 pistols and 2 rifles will be raffled throughout the summit.
If you know a business that should join us, refer them here for details.
Raffle revenue goes to support the Jeremy Brown Memorial Fund.
Join Us as a Vendor – Register Here
Showcase your products and services to a dedicated audience of law enforcement professionals at the 2027 WSNIA Vendor Show! With only 35–40 vendor spots available, this high-demand event sells out quickly. Secure your booth now and connect with key decision-makers in a vibrant, professional setting.
Vendor Setup: Sunday, April 11, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Vendor Show: Monday, April 12, 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM (tear-down immediately follows)
Why Exhibit at WSNIA 2027?
- Network with Industry Leaders: Engage directly with over 500 law enforcement professionals and decision-makers.
- Showcase Your Brand: Present your products during the show and gain visibility with a 30–45 second speaking opportunity at the opening ceremony.
- Exclusive Networking Event: Join us Sunday, April 11, from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM for a WSNIA-hosted networking event at the resort (sponsorship opportunities available).
- Fun and Engagement: Participate in the WSNIA Cornhole Tournament on Tuesday, April 13 (sponsorship opportunities available).
- Support a Great Cause: Purchase raffle tickets to support the WSNIA Memorial Fund and get a chance to win exciting prizes.
Secure Your Spot Today
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with a targeted audience and elevate your brand.
Register below. Spots fill up fast, so act quickly!
Vendor Registration – click here
Host Hotel: Coeur d’ Alene Resort
115 S 2nd St, Coeur d’ Alene, ID 83814
(888) 965-6542
Room block: WSNIA2027
Use this link to book online
There are no guarantees to reference a specific view
Note: No meals provided.
Alternative Lodging Options
Hampton Inn and Suites Coeur d’ Alene
1500 Riverstone Drive, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814
(208) 769-7900
Spring Hill Suites by Marriott
2250 W Seltice Way, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814
(208) 667-2212
Best Western Plus Coeur d’Alene Inn
506 W Appleway Avenue, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814
(208) 765-3200
Hyatt Place Post Falls
1213 E 4th Avenue, Post Falls, ID 83854
208-981-5810
WSNIA has a group rate for all parking, so be sure you mention you are attending the WSNIA Training Summit
