OHIO ASSOCIATION OF CHIEFS OF POLICE

What OHIO ASSOCIATION OF CHIEFS OF POLICE does

Ohio Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) is a nonprofit professional association founded in 1928 and headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, serving police executives, sheriffs, law enforcement administrators, and retired members across the state (WX363613QT, WXMFVQWFDY). The organization delivers professional development, training, and consulting services to 950+ Ohio law enforcement agencies, with operational reach extending to roughly 800 officials via broadcasts and 2,000+ program graduates (WX6G90KOHF, WXM43DTW2E).

The product portfolio is organized around three pillars: Advisory Services (Assessment Centers and Written Exams delivered by 45+ law enforcement consultants who have conducted 1,200+ assessments since 1985); Education and Training (workshops such as First Line Supervisors, Public Records, Use of Force, and Command Ready, delivered at multiple Ohio locations and priced $185-$380, plus the annual Chiefs In-Service and Conference at $495-$990); and Member Support services including the Employment Opportunities Board, New Chief Mentoring Program, OHLEG Model Policies access, Lexipol Daily Training Bulletins with OPOTA-assigned CPT credits, and the Online Buyers Guide (WXVI00E6JT, WXVP2HLQ9W, WXZEP7AGE0, WX6G90KOHF, WXUYUY2MC6).

Revenue is generated through a diversified mix of recurring annual membership dues across six tiers ($25-$300), training and conference fees, sponsorship packages ($500-$10,000), exhibitor booths ($900), advisory consulting fees, and broadcast/web advertising ($175-$250). The sister organization Law Enforcement Foundation (LEF) administers CLEE, PELC, STEP, and DARE Ohio programs with shared staff, and strategic partnerships with the Ohio Attorney General, OPOTA, Ohio Collaborative, Lexipol, and the OneOhio Recovery Foundation extend OACP's institutional reach within Ohio's law enforcement ecosystem (WXMFVQWFDY, WX6G90KOHF, WXXJMXL0GA).

Name

OHIO ASSOCIATION OF CHIEFS OF POLICE

Legal name

Ohio Association of Chiefs of Police, Inc.

Website

https://oacp.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1928

Operating status

Operating

Short description

The Ohio Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) is a 1928-founded nonprofit professional association serving police chiefs, sheriffs, and law enforcement administrators across 950+ Ohio agencies through membership, training, advisory services, and an annual conference.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Ohio

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from Active Members ($245), Sheriff LEA ($225), LEA ($125), Associate ($175), Corporate Partners ($300), and Life Members ($25). Primary recurring revenue stream providing access to member services and discounts.
2. Education and Training Fees: Course registration fees ranging from $185-$380 depending on membership status and course. Courses include Public Records series, First Line Supervisors, Use of Force, Command Ready, and others.
3. Annual Conference Revenue: Conference registration fees from $495-$990 depending on membership status and accommodation needs. Includes exhibitor showcase booth fees ($900 for 8x8 booth).
4. Broadcast and Web Posting Fees: Email broadcast communications ($175-$225) and website postings ($200-$250) for employment and training announcements. Re-broadcasts at discounted rates.
5. Sponsorship Revenue: Corporate sponsorships at multiple levels: GOLD ($10,000), SILVER ($7,500), BRONZE ($5,000), PATRON ($2,500), plus specific award and event sponsorships.
6. Advisory Services: Assessment Center fees, Written Exam services, and consulting engagements for law enforcement agencies seeking promotional processes and organizational reviews.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Ohio Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) is a nonprofit professional membership association that provides training, advisory services, and resources to Ohio police executives. Core offerings include tiered membership subscriptions (Active Chief, Sheriff LEA, LEA, Associate, Corporate Partner, Life Member), Advisory Services (Assessment Centers and Written Exams for promotional processes), Education Workshops, an annual Chiefs In-Service Conference, a New Chief Mentoring Program, and an Employment Opportunities Board. The organization also maintains model policies, daily training bulletins, and legislative advocacy for its members.

Product overview

The Ohio Association of Chiefs of Police operates as a professional association offering a portfolio of services organized around three core pillars: Advisory Services (Assessment Centers and Written Exams through vetted law enforcement consultants), Education and Training (workshops, conferences, and daily training bulletins), and Member Support (employment board, mentoring, and advertising services). The organization functions as a membership-based nonprofit established in 1928, providing professional development and resources for police executives across Ohio. Key products include the New Chief Mentoring Program, Employment Opportunities Board, Chiefs Annual Conference with Exhibitor Showcase, and the Online Buyers Guide. The association connects members to law enforcement systems and standards while facilitating professional growth through its education workshops and advisory consulting services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• OACP Membership Program

Quantifiable outcome

• 1200+ Assessment Centers conducted since 1985 for law enforcement promotional processes
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers17 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered minor, flagship and core.

• OneOhio Recovery FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 December 2021Private non-profit foundation created to distribute 55% of Ohio's opioid settlement funds from pharmaceutical industry. Foundation supports opioid misuse treatment, recovery and prevention efforts. OACP provides resource information on partnership page.
• Law Enforcement Foundation (LEF)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister organization working to extend reach and support of law enforcement in local communities. Through education and training programs they enhance quality of life and protect community values. LEF administers CLEE (Certified Law Enforcement Executive), PELC (Police Executive Leadership College), STEP (Supervisor Training Education Program), and DARE Ohio programs. OACP staff serve dual roles with both organizations.
• Ohio Law Enforcement Gateway (OHLEG)coreTechnology or IntegrationStatewide law enforcement technology platform providing access to model policies, forms, and resources. OACP provides OHLEG Model Policy and Forms through members-only access. Supported by Ohio Attorney General.
• Ohio Police Officer Training Academy (OPOTA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOPOTA assigns CPT (Continuing Professional Training) numbers to OACP for Lexipol's Daily Training Bulletins. OPOTA notifies OACP when new chiefs or transferring chiefs are identified in Ohio. Partnership enables training credit tracking and new chief mentoring program referrals.
• Ohio Emergency Management AgencyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHomeland Security liaison officer program and regional planning coordination. Resources for law enforcement agencies on emergency preparedness.
• Ohio Narcotics Intelligence Center (ONIC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIntelligence center providing forensic request forms for electronic device analysis. Resource for drug task force operations.
• Ohio CollaborativecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInitiative bringing together state government, public, Buckeye State Sheriffs Association (BSSA), OACP and other organizations to improve police-community relationships. OACP provides leadership in education, input and direction, and recruitment of members as Assessors and Peers for certification process.
• Buckeye State Sheriffs Association (BSSA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStatewide sheriffs association collaborating on Ohio Collaborative initiative and joint training opportunities.
• LexipolcoreTechnology or IntegrationDaily Training Bulletins platform assigned OPOTA CPT numbers through OACP. Provides assignment-based training hours for Ohio law enforcement continuing professional training requirements.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP): National professional association for police chiefs and law enforcement executives. Directly comparable to OACP as a membership-based chief-of-police association, but operating at national scope with broader training, advocacy, and advisory offerings; also a vendor partner to OACP Advisory Services.
• National Fraternal Order of Police: Largest U.S. law enforcement membership organization with state and local lodges across Ohio. Comparable as a membership-based police association offering advocacy, training, benefits, and networking, though focused on rank-and-file rather than executives.
• National Association of Police Organizations (NAPO): National coalition of police unions and associations providing advocacy and member services. Comparable to OACP as a police association with advocacy and member-benefit focus, but operating at national scope and including rank-and-file representation.

Direct peers

• Buckeye State Sheriffs Association (BSSA): Ohio statewide sheriffs association collaborating with OACP on the Ohio Collaborative initiative and joint training opportunities. Operates in the same Ohio geography and addresses a directly overlapping law enforcement executive audience.
• Police Executive Research Forum (PERF): National membership organization for police chiefs and law enforcement executives focused on research, policy, and executive training. Comparable to OACP in serving senior police leaders and providing professional development, though operating at national scope.

Emerging players

• Major Cities Chiefs Association (MCCA): Membership association for chiefs of the largest U.S. police agencies. Comparable to OACP as a chief-level executive association, but focused on big-city agencies and national policy rather than statewide general membership.
• International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA): International membership association for campus public safety leaders, including university police chiefs (a specific OACP member segment). Comparable as a niche police-executive membership organization offering training and credentialing, though focused on campus rather than municipal law enforcement.

Regional players

• California Police Chiefs Association: Statewide professional association for California police chiefs offering training, advocacy, and member services. Directly comparable to OACP as a state-level police chiefs association with similar service portfolio, but serving a different geography.
• New York State Association of Chiefs of Police: New York statewide professional association for police chiefs offering training, legislative advocacy, and conferences. Direct comparable to OACP in mission, structure, and member services, but operating in New York rather than Ohio.
• Texas Police Chiefs Association: Texas statewide professional association for police executives providing training, certification, and advocacy. Mirrors OACP's state-level association model with similar training/workshop offerings, but in a different geographic market.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/OACPOhio
• Xtwitter.com/OACPOhio

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles20 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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