Sponsored by
Strategic Communications

Commonwealth Public Safety Summit: A Journey in Executive Leadership

February 25–26, 2026 • Fredericksburg, VA

A 2-Day Executive Level Seminar designed for command-level professionals across all areas of public safety who are committed to breaking down silos, fostering collaboration, and building a bold, forward-thinking organizational culture.

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What Is the Commonwealth Public Safety Summit?

Forging the Way: A Journey in Disruptive Leadership

In an era of rapid change and growing challenges, public safety leaders must do more than adapt, they must embrace disruption as a catalyst for innovation. Disruption isn’t chaos; it’s a necessary force that challenges outdated systems, sparks creativity, and drives meaningful progress.

This seminar is designed for command-level professionals across all areas of public safety who are committed to breaking down silos, fostering collaboration, and building a bold, forward-thinking organizational culture. Through dynamic discussions, real-world case studies, and cutting-edge leadership strategies, participants will explore how to lead through uncertainty, implement forward-thinking solutions, and cultivate a resilient, future-ready workforce.

Join us on this transformative journey to redefine public safety leadership-where disruption becomes the engine of progress, and innovation strengthens both personnel and community trust.

Sample Agenda

7:30 am to 8:00 am

Registration Open

8:00 am to 8:30 am

Welcome and Introductions

8:30 am to 10:00 am

Leadership Lessons from the Lewis and Clark Expedition (Undaunted Courage)

10:00 am to 11:30 am

Trailblazing Leadership: Going Where We’ve Never Gone Before

11:30 am to 12:30 Pm

Lunch Served

12:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Preparing for the Journey: Selecting and Building the Right Team

4:30 Pm to 5:00 pm

Day 1 Recap

6:00 pm

An Evening at A. Smith Bowman Distillery

7:30 am to 8:00 am

Registration Open

8:00 am to 8:30 Am

Day 1 Review

8:30 am to 11:30 Am

Pathfinders: Making Smart Decisions

10:00 am to 11:30 Am

Pathfinders: Making Smart Decisions in Uncharted Territory

11:30 AM TO 12:30 PM

Lunch Served

12:30 PM to 4:00 Pm

Grit or Quit: When to Push Forward and When to Pivot

4:00 pm to 4:30 pm

Course Evaluation and Presentation of Certificates

Commonwealth Public Safety Summit

Cost: $995 per person*
*includes lunch both days and networking event at A. Smith Bowman Distillery

February 25–26, 2026
45
Days
12
Hours
44
Mins
29
Secs
Only 50 Spots total

FAQs

Who should attend?

This program is specifically designed for executive-level command staff in public safety, including law enforcement, corrections, fire services, and emergency management.

How many people can attend this event?

Because of the highly collaborative nature of this event, we limit attendance to only 50 participants.

How is the Event funded?

This event is partially funded through our Community Impact Partner, Strategic Communications. Strategic Communications has provided funds that help to drastically reduce the cost of attendance to only $995/person.

Thanks, Strategic Communications!

What should I bring to the event?

Bring a solution-oriented mindset and be ready to engage in discussions about the most pressing leadership challenges in public safety. We will provide a custom pen and a note-taking guide. If you prefer digital note-taking, feel free to bring your laptop, iPad, or other devices.

Don't see what you're looking for?

If you have any questions that aren't covered here, please email our Training Coordinator, Anne Bostain, at training@commandpresence.net. She will be happy to assist you with any inquiries regarding the event.