FBI National Academy Associates - Iowa Chapter
SPRING RE-TRAINER
2026 Retrainer
The FBINAA Iowa Chapter re-trainer will be held at the Clear Lake Fairfield Inn and Suites - Clear Lake, Iowa.
Dates of the event will be April 22-24, 2026.
MUST REGISTER BY MARCH 1st, 2025 TO BE GUARANTEED A REGISTRATION GIFT
A block of rooms has been reserved with the special room rate of $109-$119/night + taxes which will be available until March 22nd or until the group block is sold-out (whichever comes first).
To book a reservation at the block rate, please use the button below:
Registration:
-Active FBINAA Members $150 (All Inclusive)
-Retired FBINAA Members $75 (All Inclusive)
-LE/Non-NA Graduate: $200 (Full Conference, Must be sponsored by Current NA Member,
Limit 1 per agency)
-Spouse/Guest Ticket $50 (Evening Events/Hospitality only)
*If you have any special needs or dietary concerns, please let us know at: IOWACHAPTERFBINAA@GMAIL.COM
AGENDA (tentative):
22-Apr Wednesday
1100-1300 Fairfield Inn & Suites - Conference Registration
1300-1430 Ian Adams - Blue Language and Your Brand
1430-1445 Break
1445-1615 Ian Adams - Evidence-Based Policing Strategies
1615-1700 Iowa Chapter Business Meeting
1730-1800 Shuttles to Fat Hill Brewing
1800-2100 Fat Hill Brewing
2030-2130 Shuttles to Fairfield Inn & Suites
2100-2400 Hospitality Tent
23-Apr Thursday
0700-0830 Breakfast - Hotel Lobby
0800-0815 Opening Ceremonies
0815-0945 Dr. Leah Kaylor - Sleep Impact on Wellness
0945-1025 Vendor Time
1025-1155 Dr. Leah Kaylor - EMDR/Brainspotting
1200-1230 Lunch - catered by Rib Crib
1230-1330 Financial Planning for Retirement
1415-1545 TBA
1545-1700 Vendor Time
1730-1800 Shuttles to The Palms
1800-2100 The Palms
2030-2130 Shuttles to Fairfield Inn & Suites
2100-2400 Hospitality Tent
24-Apr Friday
0700-0830 Breakfast - Hotel Lobby
0830-1000 Jen Pope - Macros/InBody Scans
1000-1130 TBA
Speaker Bios:
Ian Adams
Ian T. Adams is a leading scholar of policing. He is an Assistant Professor in the Department of
Criminology & Criminal Justice at the University of South Carolina. His applied research
focuses on the practical concerns of police practitioners, with a specific interest in technology,
policy, behavior, and use-of-force in law enforcement.
If you are interested, you can provide a link to the Fuckulator – based on Adams’ research and
police use of profanity. https://ianadamsresearch.com/dashboard/profanity/
Leah Kaylor
Dr. Leah Kaylor is a licensed clinical and prescribing psychologist, trauma specialist, and sleep expert dedicated to improving the mental health and resilience of first responders and law
enforcement professionals. With extensive expertise in forensic psychology, trauma treatment, and sleep science, she has devoted her career to helping those who serve and protect manage the
unique psychological burdens of their work. Dr. Kaylor earned her Master’s in Forensic Mental Health Counseling from John Jay College of Criminal Justice, her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Saint Louis University, and her Postdoctoral Master’s in Clinical Psychopharmacology (MSCP) from Fairleigh Dickinson
University. Dr. Kaylor integrates both therapy and medication management into her clinical approach.
During her residency at the Memphis VA Medical Center, she worked in the sleep clinic, treating veterans and active-duty personnel with insomnia, nightmares, and CPAP adherence. She also
provided crisis response and psychological debriefings for firefighters, law enforcement officers, and EMTs. Dr. Kaylor has served as a clinical psychologist for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), providing trauma therapy and psychological debriefings for agents exposed to high-risk situations, including officer-involved shootings, exposure to graphic crime scenes, and child sexual abuse material (CSAM). She is certified in EMDR and Brainspotting—leading treatments for processing trauma—and has facilitated debriefings for some of the FBI’s most impactful events.
Recognized as the FBI’s sleep expert, Dr. Kaylor specializes in optimizing rest and recovery for individuals in high-stress environments. She provides tailored sleep coaching, addressing
challenges like shift work, irregular schedules, and cumulative sleep deprivation. She works closely with law enforcement and first responders to develop evidence-based strategies that enhance sleep quality, resilience, and overall well-being. As a sought-after speaker, Dr. Kaylor delivers large-scale presentations and expert-led workshops on sleep science, fatigue management, and performance optimization for federal agencies and law enforcement organizations across the country. She translates complex research
into practical strategies, empowering individuals and teams to improve their sleep habits and, in turn, enhance their decision-making, situational awareness, and long-term health. Dr. Kaylor has authored five book chapters and over 25 peer-reviewed articles. She frequently contributes to mainstream media discussions on sleep, with features in Forbes, Newsweek, NBC, Yahoo News, and more. She has held adjunct teaching positions at several universities, educating students on psychological, forensic, and psychopharmacological
topics. Her expertise in sleep, trauma, and resilience makes her a sought-after clinician, educator, and speaker for professionals
seeking science-backed strategies to improve mental health and long-term performance in high-stress careers.