The 25th Annual Crisis Negotiations Conference, hosted by the National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA), is the leading professional event for law enforcement negotiators. Spanning October 27–30, 2025 at Wild Horse Pass Casino in Chandler, AZ, the conference features expert seminars covering crisis intervention tactics, leadership strategies, and lessons from global negotiation teams. A highlight is the 2nd Annual National Crisis Negotiation Challenge on October 26—a team-based, scenario-driven competition where four-to-eight-member teams face high-pressure negotiation scenarios judged by seasoned practitioners. With a vendor expo hall showcasing negotiation tools, policy briefings, and networking receptions, the event creates an immersive environment for skill development, resource discovery, and cross-jurisdictional collaboration. Strongly rooted in applied practice and peer evaluation, it’s a must-attend for negotiators aiming to elevate team performance and protective dialogue capabilities.