The CATO (Chiefs, Administrators & Tactical Officers) Conference is a high-level symposium designed for commanding officers and training personnel in policing and corrections. Hosted in San Diego, the event includes leadership development, legal and ethical briefings, and hands-on tactical sessions, alongside a vendor hall spotlighting operational equipment, ballistic gear, and training sim kits. It’s a strategic platform for executives to align policy, tactics, training methodology, and gear procurement with evolving public safety requirements.