Warriors Heart to Sponsor the Emerson Hour at the 2026 ILEETA Conference and Expo
St. Louis, MO (16-21 March 2026) – The International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association is proud to announce Warriors Heart as the sponsor of the Emerson Hour at the 2026 ILEETA Conference and Expo.
The Emerson Hour is one of the most anticipated and meaningful events of the conference. It sets the tone for the entire week by creating space for reflection, perspective, and shared growth, anchored by a single guiding question, “What has become clear to you since we last met?”
About Warriors Heart
Warriors Heart is a nationally recognized treatment center dedicated to serving Veterans, Active-Duty Military, First Responders, and Law Enforcement Officers. Their mission is to provide a safe, structured, and compassionate environment for those facing substance use challenges, PTSD, and co-occurring mental health conditions.
Through accredited programs designed specifically for those who serve, Warriors Heart combines evidence-based treatment with peer support and holistic recovery. Their work helps protectors sustain their commitment to duty while restoring personal wellness, resilience, and long-term health.
Learn more at www.WarriorsHeart.com.
About the Emerson Hour
Since its inception in 2013, the Emerson Hour has featured six members of the ILEETA community delivering powerful nine-minute talks, without slides or visual aids. Speakers are revealed only moments before taking the stage, creating anticipation and reinforcing authenticity.
Guided by Ralph Waldo Emerson’s enduring question, each speaker shares insights shaped by experience, growth, and reflection. Following the presentations, attendees engage in meaningful conversation, extending the impact of the messages beyond the stage and into the broader conference experience.
The Emerson Hour embodies ILEETA’s commitment to thoughtful leadership, continuous improvement, and learning rooted in lived experience.
A Meaningful Partnership
Warriors Heart’s sponsorship of the Emerson Hour reflects a shared belief in the importance of reflection, clarity, and honest conversation. The themes explored during the event closely align with Warriors Heart’s mission to support those who serve by addressing the unseen challenges that come with the profession.
Immediately following the Emerson Hour, attendees are invited to continue the conversation at a hospitality reception sponsored by Warriors Heart.
Join Us at ILEETA 2026
The Emerson Hour will take place on Monday evening, opening the 2026 ILEETA Conference and Expo with inspiration, insight, and connection. It is a moment each year where the community pauses, reflects, and recommits to growth, both personally and professionally.
Thanks to Warriors Heart’s support, the Emerson Hour continues to be a defining experience at ILEETA.
For more about Warriors Heart: www.WarriorsHeart.com
For conference details: www.ILEETA.org
