Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police

What Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police does

Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police (MACP) is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit professional association founded in 1924 and headquartered in Okemos, Michigan, serving law enforcement chiefs, directors, and supporting personnel across the state. The organization operates as a membership body with a 19-member Board of Directors (including a President, three Vice Presidents, Immediate Past President, Secretary/Treasurer, and 14 district representatives) and is staffed by approximately 8 employees including an Executive Director, Deputy Director, Accreditation Program Director, and administrative staff. A companion 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the Michigan Law Enforcement Educational Fund (M.L.E.E.F.), supports committee activities and accepts tax-deductible donations.

MACP's core offerings include tiered membership (Active Voting at $150/yr, Active and Associate at $125/yr), the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission (MLEAC) voluntary accreditation program (100+ accredited agencies), the tri-annual Michigan Police Chiefs Magazine (1,200+ circulation), professional development events such as the Police Executives' and New Chiefs' School ($1,495/person) and accreditation conferences ($200/attendee), the New Chiefs Mentoring Program, and an online job board and buyer's guide marketplace. The organization develops and controls the MLEAC accreditation standards, which were expanded in 2021 through a partnership with the Michigan Sheriffs' Association to include sheriff's offices.

MACP operates on YourMembership.com association management software, which provides website, membership management, event registration, email marketing, online community forums, job board, buyer's guide, and e-commerce store functionality. Revenue is generated through membership dues, conference and training registration fees, magazine advertising ($400-$580 per ad per issue), job postings ($100 each), and merchandise sales (accreditation stickers at $10, framed certificates at $200). The geographic scope is exclusively Michigan, with no indication of expansion beyond state borders.

Name

Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police

Legal name

Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police

Website

https://michiganpolicechiefs.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1924

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police (MACP) is a 501(c)(6) nonprofit professional association founded in 1924 that serves Michigan law enforcement chiefs and directors through membership services, accreditation programs, professional development training, and legislative advocacy.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Association Services

NAICS

Professional Organizations (81392), Police Protection (922120)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTHAHACAA

Association & Society Conference Management (Nonprofit, Professional Bodies)

Travel & Hospitality/MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences & Exhibitions)/Professional Conference Organizers (PCOs) & Meeting Planners

SECONDARYTHAHACAK

Sponsorship, Exhibitor & Partnership Management Services

Travel & Hospitality/MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences & Exhibitions)/Professional Conference Organizers (PCOs) & Meeting Planners

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Security Supervisor/Management & Operations Training

Business & Public Services/Security & Investigations Services/Training & Certification for Security Personnel

Keywords

• Law enforcement association
• Professional accreditation programs
• Police training conferences
• Legislative advocacy services
• Peer networking forums

Headquarters

HQ city

Okemos

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from Active Voting, Active, Associate, and Supporting members provide recurring revenue. Active Voting members pay $150 annually, Active and Associate members pay $125 annually.
2. Conference and Training Registration: Revenue from professional development conferences and training events including accreditation manager training ($150 per person), accreditation conferences ($200 per attendee), and Police Executives' and New Chiefs' School ($1,495 per person).
3. Magazine Advertising: The Michigan Police Chiefs Magazine published tri-annually generates advertising revenue through full-page and half-page color ads. Pricing ranges from $400-$580 per issue depending on ad size and commitment length.
4. Job Postings: Career center job posting service charges $100 for 30, 60, or 90-day postings targeting law enforcement professionals.
5. Store Products: Sale of merchandise including accredited agency stickers ($10 each) and custom framed accreditation certificates ($200) to member agencies.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

MACP is a professional association that provides tiered membership services, voluntary law enforcement agency accreditation through MLEAC, professional development training conferences and schools, the Michigan Police Chiefs Magazine, advocacy and legislative tracking, an online Buyer's Guide vendor directory, and a Career Center/Job Board for Michigan law enforcement professionals. The association serves police chiefs, directors, sworn law enforcement personnel, and supporting businesses across Michigan, governed by a 19-member Board of Directors representing 14 geographic districts.

Product overview

The Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police (MACP) operates as a professional association for law enforcement leaders, offering a unified platform of membership services and professional development programs. Founded in 1924 and incorporated as a 501(c)(6) nonprofit, the organization is governed by a 19-member Board of Directors and maintains an active committee structure. The core product portfolio centers on MACP Membership with tiered categories (Active Voting, Active, Associate, Supporting), complemented by the New Chiefs Mentoring Program for leadership transition support. The MLEAC Accreditation Program provides voluntary standards-based recognition for Michigan law enforcement agencies. Professional development is delivered through training events including Basic and Advanced Accreditation Manager Training, the Police Executives' and New Chiefs' School, and the Annual MI Law Enforcement Accreditation Conference. Supporting services include the tri-annual Michigan Police Chiefs Magazine publication, an online Career Center/Job Board, the Buyer's Guide vendor directory, advocacy and legislative tracking services, and district representation across Michigan's 14 geographic regions. The companion organization, Michigan Law Enforcement Educational Fund (MLEEF), a 501(c)(3), supports committee activities and accepts tax-deductible donations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Michigan Police Chiefs Magazine: Official publication of the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police, published three times annually with a circulation of over 1,200 per issue.
• MACP New Chiefs Mentoring Program
• Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission (MLEAC)

Products and services

• MACP Membership Tiered professional membership program for Michigan law enforcement leaders with categories including Active Voting ($150/year for chiefs and directors), Active ($125/year for sworn personnel), Associate ($125/year for civilian employees and business liaisons), and Supporting membership. Includes networking, training discounts, legislative representation, committee participation, forums, magazine subscription, and voting rights.
• Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission (MLEAC) Program Voluntary accreditation program for Michigan law enforcement agencies providing standards compliance verification, assessor reviews, and professional recognition. Over 100 Michigan law enforcement agencies have achieved MLEAC accreditation since inception.
• Professional Development Conferences and Training Schools Training conferences and schools including Basic Accreditation Manager Training, Advanced Accreditation Manager Training ($150 per person), Fall Police Executives' and New Chiefs' School ($1,495 per person, five-day), Annual MI Law Enforcement Accreditation Conference ($200 per attendee, two-day), and Winter Professional Development Conference. Events offer MCOLES credit tracking and hotel booking integration.
• Michigan Police Chiefs Magazine Official tri-annual publication of MACP with over 1,200 circulation per issue, covering law enforcement news, best practices, and industry developments. Generates advertising revenue through full-page and half-page color ads priced at $400–$580 per issue depending on commitment length.
• New Chiefs Mentoring Program One-on-one mentorship program pairing newly appointed police chiefs with experienced Michigan chiefs to provide guidance on leadership, decision-making, and organizational challenges during the transition into chief-level roles.
• Advocacy and Legislative Services Legislative representation and bill tracking services for Michigan law enforcement, including the MACP Bill Tracking Report and connections to Michigan Legislature, Senators, and House Representatives. Provides a unified voice for Michigan law enforcement leadership on legislative issues in Lansing.
• Career Center and Job Board Online job posting and search platform for Michigan law enforcement positions, offering posting services at $100 for 30, 60, or 90-day durations with category filters for position types. Connects law enforcement agencies with job seekers in the Michigan police community.
• Buyer's Guide Vendor Directory Online vendor directory organized by product and service categories including accreditation services, body cameras, communications equipment, computer software, evidence management, firearms, geo-mapping, records management, security, training, uniforms, vehicles, and UAVs. Connects agencies with vetted vendors.
• Accreditation Merchandise and Certificates Sale of merchandise for accredited agencies including accredited agency stickers ($10 each, available in Blue, Black, and MSA Sheriff versions) and custom framed 11x17 accreditation certificates ($200 each).

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 100 Michigan law enforcement agencies have achieved accreditation through MLEAC
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

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Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Michigan Sheriffs' Association (MSA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021In 2021, the Michigan Sheriffs' Association became a partner in the MLEAC accreditation program and now appoints two commissioners to the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission. This partnership expanded the accreditation program's reach to include sheriff's offices alongside police departments.
• YourMembership.comcoreTechnology or IntegrationAssociation management software provider powering the MACP website with membership management, event registration, email marketing, online community, job board, buyer's guide, and e-commerce store functionality.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• National Association of Police Organizations (NAPO): NAPO is a national coalition of police unions and associations that conducts federal-level legislative advocacy. It mirrors MACP's advocacy function but operates nationally and is union-focused rather than chief-focused.
• Fraternal Order of Police (FOP): FOP is the largest U.S. law enforcement fraternal organization, providing membership services, advocacy, and training to officers across rank. It overlaps MACP in advocacy and member services though it serves sworn officers broadly rather than chiefs specifically.
• Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA): CALEA is the leading national accreditation body for law enforcement agencies, directly comparable to MACP's MLEAC program. Both deliver voluntary standards-based accreditation and assessor-led reviews, though CALEA operates nationally while MLEAC is Michigan-specific.
• Police Executive Research Forum (PERF): PERF is a national membership organization for police chiefs and executives focused on research, training, and policy guidance. It is comparable in mission — serving senior law enforcement leadership with professional development and policy resources.
• Michigan Sheriffs' Association (MSA): Michigan Sheriffs' Association is the statewide professional body for Michigan sheriffs; it is both a peer association and a current MLEAC accreditation partner, serving overlapping but distinct membership constituencies within Michigan law enforcement.

Broad incumbents

• Major County Sheriffs of America (MCSA): MCSA is a national association for large-jurisdiction sheriffs providing advocacy, training, and policy resources. It parallels MSA at the national level and is comparable to MACP in the type of services delivered to senior law enforcement executives.
• National Sheriffs' Association: NSA is the national counterpart to MSA, paralleling the IACP-to-MACP relationship. It offers training, publications, and advocacy for sheriffs and provides a comparable national-scale model of association services.
• International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP): IACP is the national professional association for law enforcement leadership, offering membership, accreditation support, training, and advocacy at scale. It is the most directly analogous organization to MACP but operates nationally rather than within a single state.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/MACP
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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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