New Attendees

Welcome to your first APCO Annual Conference & Expo!

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Welcome!

We are excited to provide you with an opportunity to connect with other public safety communications professionals and help you grow both professionally and personally. Be sure to plan ahead and review the schedule so that you make the most of your first APCO Annual Conference!

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"This was my first APCO conference and I enjoyed the reception for new attendees. I am an introvert and the bingo game pushed me out of my comfort zone and I feel as if I grew somewhat by putting myself out there and introducing myself to more than 24 other people."

New Attendee Reception

Sunday, July 27, 2025
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Hilton Baltimore
Key Ballroom 7-12

*Badge required for entry. Be sure to select “new attendee” when you register. Invitations will be sent via email in June.

Join your fellow first-time attendees for an evening of networking and fun designed just for you.

Light appetizers will be served, bingo and a photo booth will get the party started, and our APCO President will address the group to round out our evening of fun and gathering.

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New Attendee Tips

New Attendee Ribbon
Make sure to pick one up at the ribbon wall in the registration area, Baltimore Convention Center Pratt Street Lobby, Level 300 or at the New Attendee Reception. These ribbons attach to your badge and are a way of identifying you as a new attendee.

Grow Your Network
APCO offers opportunities throughout the conference to network including the Block Party, Connect & Celebrate Dinner, and Special Interest Group meetings.

Plan Ahead With Our Schedule Builder
Our conference features 130+ conference sessions. Our schedule builder and mobile app, which launches in July, will include detailed information on each session including presenter information, objectives and slides/handouts.

Share Your Experience
Help us spread the word about the conference on social media using #APCO2025.

"I appreciate all of the classroom experiences and ideas I received. For my first conference this was exactly what I expected it to be. I can’t wait until the next one."