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NAFTO 2025 NATIONAL CONFERENCE

JUNE 4th – 6th, 2025

LOCATION:    Hyatt Regency Indianapolis

                      1 South Capitol Avenue, 

                     Indianapolis, IN 46204

NAFTO is proud to offer some outstanding training at our 2025 3-Day National Conference in Indianapolis, IN.  This year's training is specifically designed for Field Trainers working in Patrol, Detention, Communications, and Emergency Medicine. NAFTO is working to prepare your Field Training Unit for the challenges of 21st Century Policing by providing comprehensive and client-oriented curriculum. This year, NAFTO presents course topics including Constitutional Policing, 21st Century Policing, Communication, Remedial Training, Standardization, Interpersonal Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Instructor Development, Reducing Liability, Program Defensibility, Resilience, Leadership, Instructional strategies, Problem Solving, and Retention. 

Opening presentation "Methods of Instruction" by Dan Fraser

Dan Fraser has spent over two decades in law enforcement in Alberta, Canada. He has trained thousands of officers in use of force, control tactics, firearms, specialty munitions and interpersonal communication. He is a Master Instructor and Canadian Director of Training for the Reality Based Training Association. As a Methods of Instruction trainer with Raptor Protection, he continues to train officers all over Canada in instructor development and human factors in use of force. Dan is author of the book, Kickass Presentations – Wow Audiences with PowerPoint Slides that Click, Humor that's Quick and Messages that Stick. He can be reached at Dan@raptorprotection.com

Special Guest Speaker Dr. Mike Knetzger "Police Use of Force Through the Lens: Examining Video Recorded Use of Force Incidents"

Dr. Mike Knetzger served as a Wisconsin law enforcement officer for nearly 30-years and retired in 2022 as a patrol sergeant with the Green Bay Police Department (GBPD). Dr. Knetzger spent 10-years on the SWAT team as a chemical munitions operator, 15-years as a training unit member, and 20-years as a field training officer. Dr. Knetzger is a certified Department of Justice Unified Tactical Trainer/Instructor, Wisconsin Technical College Instructor, and has been teaching part-time for the past 22-years for Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (NWTC).  Dr. Knetzger teaches in the criminal justice program, police academy, and specialized law enforcement topics.  Dr. Knetzger is also affiliated with doctoral level programs at CTUonline.  Dr. Knetzger has an associate degree in police science (Waukesha County Technical College), bachelor's degree in justice & public policy (Concordia University – Wisconsin), master's degree in public administration (University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh), and a doctoral degree in criminal justice management (Colorado Technical University). Dr. Knetzger's published dissertation is "A Qualitative Study Exploring Proper Management of Video Recorded Law Enforcement Use of Force Incidents" (Colorado Technical University, 2020).

Special Guest Speaker Anthony Bandiero "Field Training Legal Pitfalls: Correcting Deficiencies and Reducing Liability"

Anthony Bandiero is the Senior Legal Instructor for Blue to Gold Law Enforcement Training. He is also a Nationally Certified Instructor, and many consider him to be one of the best legal instructors in the nation. He has studied constitutional law for over twenty years and has taught search and seizure to over 30,000 officers around the country. Before teaching search and seizure full-time, Anthony was a sergeant with the Nevada Highway Patrol in Las Vegas, Nevada. His assignments included traffic enforcement, emergency driving instructor, and training supervisor. Anthony also has experience as a municipal officer with the Elko Police Department. Anthony's education includes a bachelor's and a master's degree from Harvard University. He graduated from Gonzaga School of Law in Spokane, Washington, and is a practicing member of the Washington and New Jersey State Bar.

Special Guest Speaker Von Kliem "Force Science"

 With over 30 years in the criminal justice profession, Von worked as a civilian police officer, attorney, educator, and author. He was a senior policy attorney for Lexipol and is currently the Director of Consulting and Executive Editor at Force Science. As a litigation consultant, Von is involved in some of the most high-profile use-of-force cases in the U.S. and internationally. His team evaluates police practices, policy, law, and human factors in police decision-making and performance. As a nationally recognized use-of-force expert, Von has presented training for the FBI LEEDS program, the U.S. Marshals, the American Counsel of Second Amendment Lawyers, the Use of Force Summit, the U.S. Army's Criminal Investigation Division, and countless local, state, and federal law enforcement officers, police executives, and attorneys. As a lawyer, Von worked as a Senior Prosecutor, Police Legal Advisor, Senior Policy Attorney, Military Magistrate, Special Assistant U.S. Attorney, Operational Law Attorney, Intelligence Law Attorney, and Domestic Operational Law Attorney. In addition to use-of-force law and constitutional policing, Von specialized in the response, investigation, and prosecution of family violence and sexual assault cases. As an Army Judge Advocate (Retired), Von was recognized as an Expert Military Justice Practitioner and a highly sought-after police practices, investigations, and use-of-force legal expert. As a member of the Army Staff, he supported some of the Pentagon's top attorneys and helped draft DoD and Army use-of-force policy. Von is a graduate of the 17-week Force Science Advanced Specialist Course and the FLETC Police Legal Advisors Training Program. He holds a Bachelor's in Crime and Delinquency Studies, a Master's in Criminal Justice Administration, a Law Degree (J.D.), and a Master's in Law post-graduate degree (LL.M.). Von is licensed to practice law in VA and KS.

Special Guest Speaker Greg Zaroslinski "Effective Communication for Teaching the Next Generation"

Greg Zaroslinski is a renowned keynote speaker and performance life coach with a remarkable background in both the U.S. Military and the entrepreneurial world. Serving for more than 10 years in the military, Greg excelled in Joint Operations overseas before transitioning to a standout role in Navy Recruiting District Phoenix, where he was named Recruiter of the Year and finished as a top recruiter nationally in 2008 & 2009.

Shifting to entrepreneurship, Greg was recognized as the 2021 Entrepreneur of the Year and is an active member of the Entrepreneur Organization (EO). He has successfully founded several businesses while maintaining his passion for coaching and recruiting.

Greg's interactive approach keeps his sessions educational and engaging, motivating attendees to act swiftly. Focusing on practical and tangible advice, he provides law enforcement professionals with actionable solutions, ensuring agencies are equipped for success. Addressing key leadership and organizational culture elements, Greg prompts leaders to rethink how they nurture and utilize human capital. His engaging presentations offer valuable insights and strategies for creating a positive, unified, and high-performing work environment.

Questions can be e-mailed to director@nafto.org

LODGING IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE ATTENDEES. The Hyatt is offering an amazing room rate of $189.00/night, and we have a room block of 130 rooms per night.  Last year we sold out of rooms. Don't wait to make your reservation!  https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/INDRI/G-NAFT

Cost savings considerations at this year's conference:

Due to restriction from the venue, REGISTRATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED by May 12th, 2025. Seating limited to the 1st 200 applicants.

Early Conference Check-In Begins Tuesday, June 3rd, at 1800 Hours, on the 2nd floor, in the event space area.

Don't forget, there's still time to submit applications for Master Field Training Officer and nominations for Field Training Officer of the Year. All applications and nominations must be received by April 15th, 2025.  Master Field Training Officer certification costs your agency nothing and is a great way to recognize the hard work and dedication of your department's Field Training Officers.