The Council of International Investigators’ and Fraternal Order of Investigators’ joint Seminar will take place 27 – 28 March 2026 at the Inn Of The Hills, Kerrville, Texas.

Are there any additional costs for the event, or are the stated charges the complete cost?

No, there are NO additional costs. However, all attendees are, of course, responsible for their own transportation to and from the event and their own lodging arrangements (hotel or other).

Does FOI accept co-sponsors?

Yes. We welcome co-sponsorship by all established associations of members of law enforcement, investigative professionals, security and protective services providers, forensic specialists and allied fields. Members of co-sponsoring associations obtain the same discounts and perks as FOI members. To co-sponsor an FOI event, please contact Steven Rambam, FOI’s Education Chairman or the relevant event Coordinators.

AFTER ARRIVAL:

Pick up your Seminar registration badge and other conference materials at the Registration Desk located immediately outside the seminar room. Registration opens at 0800am and closes at 0900am each day.

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE:

Conference attendees are solely responsible for their own health and safety. Kerrville has a VERY capable and well-equipped Police Department, Sheriffs’ Department, and Fire and Emergency Medical Services / Hospital.

The Conference’s Coordinators will be available to assist attendees at all times during the conference in the event of a genuine emergency.

FOI’s Training line (830-500-2-007) will be live during the event (but not before or after).

Is there any significance to the unique “500-2-007” telephone number?

Yes. The Fraternal Order of Investigators has established the “BCIP” (Board Certified Investigative Professional™) credential. FOI considers credentialing to be an essential component of the final transitioning of Investigations from a “job” to a profession. It is part of FOI’s core mission to facilitate credentialing for investigative professionals, whether with the BCIP credential or by influencing FOI members to attain the highly regarded CFE, CPP, PSP, PCI, CFCS or other credentials. FOI has set a goal of 500 newly credentialed members; hence, with a bit of humour, the “500-2-007” (830-500-2007) number was assigned to our Training and Event team.

MISCELLANEOUS:

Continuing Education (CEs / CPEs / CLEs):

All attendees can earn up to eighteen (18) CEs at this event. These CEs will be accepted for renewal of Texas (DPS) Investigator and Security licensing (FOI’s Texas School License No. Y00235) and have in the past always been accepted for most special professional credentialing’s CE requirements (ex. ASIS, ACFE, ACFCS, etc.).

Cancellation of Event or Attendance:

In the event of cancellation by FOI, all attendees will be provided with a full refund.

Any attendee cancelling their registration for this event will receive a full refund until February 2, 2026; a 50% refund between February 3, 2026, and February 27, 2026; no refund if cancelled on or after February 28, 2026.

Firearms:

FOI welcomes legally armed professionals at our events, and Texas is one of the most “Second Amendment-friendly” places in America. The event hotel allows legally licensed (but NOT EXPOSED) firearms. Before bringing a firearm into the State of Texas or to this event, you are advised to verify that your personal status and/or licensing/credentials allow you to possess a firearm within the State’s boundaries and at the event. Attendees are responsible for securing their own firearms.

Personal Conduct:

All Conference attendees are expected to comport themselves in a professional and fraternal manner at all times. Disruptive or unprofessional conduct will result in the revocation of Conference credentials and ejection from the Conference.

Telepresence Devices:

Robots and other Telepresence Devices must have their own ticket to attend the Conference and suitable lodging (storage) if present overnight. Standard 110V outlets are available throughout the hotel. Robots should not be left unattended unless they are sufficiently autonomous and non-confrontational.