49th Annual
CLEAT Convention & Leadership Academy
September 5 & 6 2025 | McAllen, Texas
See you at the
McAllen Convention Center in…
Come early for the Welcome Event
Thursday Evening, September 4th!
Accommodations
Limited group rate room blocks are available for CLEAT Convention attendees at the following hotels:
🏨 Cambria Hotel
701 S Ware Rd
McAllen, TX 78501
(956) 618-7207
Book by 8/20
🏨 ALoft Hotel
501 S Ware Rd
McAllen, TX 78501
(956) 694-1700
Book by 8/14
🏨 LaQuinta Inn
801 S Ware Rd
McAllen, TX 78501
(956) 682-6765
Book by 8/21
🏨 Home2 Suites
525 S Ware Rd
McAllen, TX 78501
(956) 391-2964
Book by 8/5
🏨 Embassy
800 Convention Ctr Blvd
McAllen, TX 78501
(956) 688-8329
Book by 8/6
All hotels listed are conveniently located near the Convention Center, Welcome Reception, and restaurants!
Getting There
As you make travel arrangements, we invite you to fly directly into McAllen International Airport (MFE)—the most convenient way to arrive. MFE is located just 7 minutes from the McAllen Convention Center, ensuring a smooth and stress-free travel experience from touchdown to check-in.
Enjoy nonstop service to McAllen from:
- Dallas via American Airlines
- Houston via United Airlines
- Austin via Delta Air Lines
With multiple daily flights and quick airport-to-convention access, please check incoming travel dates with the corresponding airline to book your travel.
Trainers
Street Cop Training
Dennis Benigno is the founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, a well-known law enforcement training company that provides education to police officers across the U.S. His training focuses on proactive policing, criminal interdiction, officer safety, and legal knowledge. Benigno, a former law enforcement officer, built a strong following through his no-nonsense teaching style, social media presence, and emphasis on real-world police work. His company offers in-person and online training sessions covering various aspects of policing, including case law, search and seizure, drug interdiction, and leadership development.
His impact has expanded beyond the U.S., with several officers from other countries discovering and engaging with Street Cop Training and working with Benigno to improve their own police training programs. Through his training programs, podcast, and advocacy, he continues to push for a more knowledgeable, skilled, and well-prepared police force both in the U.S. and internationally. His commitment to revolutionizing police training is shaping the future of law enforcement.
Full Bio Here
Interested in a convention sponsorship opportunity?
Check out our sponsors' page here for more information on becoming a sponsor/vendor and advertising opportunities for our Annual CLEAT Convention.
Become a Convention SponsorClick below for details on the different sponsorship and advertising options available to vendors this year!
Vendor & Sponsorship Information
