2026 Seminar & Challenge

Theme: Non-Traditional Negotiations

Join us for one of the most impactful and forward-thinking crisis negotiation training events in the country. The 2026 Crisis Negotiator Seminar, hosted by the Bay Area Negotiator Group (BANG), will bring together negotiators, commanders, and mental-health professionals from across the nation to explore new perspectives and approaches in the ever-evolving world of crisis communication.

This year’s seminar will focus on non-traditional negotiations — the situations, settings, and challenges that fall outside the norm. Attendees will engage in thought-provoking sessions led by experienced professionals and take away practical insights that can be applied in the field, on the phone, or within their own teams.

Day 1 and Day 3 will feature a blend of speaker presentations, breakout discussions, and collaborative learning opportunities, concluding with an extended networking session after lunch on Day 3 to foster connection and shared growth among negotiators from all levels of experience.

Test Your Skills. Strengthen Your Team. Rise to the Challenge.

The 2026 Crisis Negotiator Challenge, hosted by the Bay Area Negotiator Group (BANG), is a one-of-a-kind competition that puts crisis negotiation teams to the test in dynamic, high-pressure scenarios modeled after real-world incidents.

Over the course of a full day, teams will rotate through multiple live, simulated negotiations — each designed to evaluate communication, strategy, teamwork, and decision-making under stress. These are not tabletop exercises — they’re immersive, actor-driven experiences with layered intelligence, evolving threats, and realistic injects that mirror the complexities of today’s critical incidents.

What to Expect:

Multiple Scenario Stations: Teams face diverse situations ranging from suicidal subjects to barricaded suspects and emotionally volatile individuals.

Live Role Players & Injects: Realistic characters, intelligence updates, and evolving tactical conditions that force adaptive problem-solving.

Performance Scoring via ScenarioSync: Each team’s performance is evaluated in real time using ScenarioSync, BANG’s custom-built judging platform that measures communication, active listening, leadership, and team cohesion.

Detailed Feedback: Receive comprehensive performance reports and debriefs designed to enhance your team’s operational readiness and resilience.

This is more than a competition — it’s a full-scale training experience disguised as a challenge. Whether your team walks away with a trophy or a list of lessons learned, every minute is designed to sharpen your skills, strengthen your team, and prepare you for the real thing.

Become a Sponsor, Donor, or Vendor at the 2026 BANG Conference & Crisis Negotiator Challenge

Evolving the Art of Negotiation. Strengthening Those Who Serve.

Support one of the most impactful crisis negotiation training events in the country by joining us as a sponsor, donor, or vendor at the Bay Area Negotiator Group (BANG) 2026 Conference & Crisis Negotiator Challenge.

This three-day event brings together over 200 professionals from across Florida and beyond — including crisis negotiators, tactical operators, mental health professionals, and command staff — for a unique blend of learning, competition, and collaboration.

Your support directly fuels BANG’s mission to strengthen the crisis negotiation community by expanding training opportunities and developing new mental health and peer-support resources for negotiators across the region.

Why Partner With Us

High-Impact Visibility:
Showcase your organization to a focused audience of law enforcement leaders, first responders, and decision-makers through conference signage, printed materials, digital media, and live event branding.

Multiple Touchpoints:
Maximize exposure through social media, website features, program ads, vendor booths, and speaking opportunities throughout the event.

Mission-Driven Impact:
Unlike previous years, all proceeds now stay within BANG, funding advanced training initiatives, mental wellness programs, and critical resources for the negotiation community.

Exclusive Opportunities:
Gain brand prominence through title sponsorships, naming rights for the competition, or dedicated sponsorships for meals, breakout sessions, and networking events.

Genuine Connections:
Engage directly with the professionals who rely on your products, services, and support in the field.

Whether you’re sponsoring a session, setting up a booth, or supporting a team, your presence at BANG 2026 sends a clear message:
You believe in the power of communication, connection, and resilience — and you’re helping prepare those who protect others for their toughest conversations yet.