Washington Chapter
FBINAA Washington State Chapter Overview
Welcome to the Washington State Chapter of the FBI National Academy Associates' official website! We are a dynamic chapter with nearly 300 active members.
At the Washington Chapter, we prioritize fostering a strong community among our members. Our team, which includes a training coordinator, retiree coordinator, and chapter historian, play integral roles in organizing and leading our events. We are committed to providing ongoing executive leadership development and relevant law enforcement training throughout Washington state.
As we look ahead, the Washington Chapter is excited about the upcoming years of service. We will continue to grow, evolve, and contribute to the success of the FBI National Academy Associates. Join us as we remain dedicated to providing our esteemed members with support, training, and opportunities. Be sure to register for upcoming training and connect with us via LinkedIn.
2026 Training Registration Links
Fall Conference Registration Link: September 27-30, 2026 (Airway Heights, WA) WA-MT-ID Joint Fall Training Conference & Section 1 Meeting
Fall Conference SPEAKER Info Flier: Download the Conference Speaker Flier to post and share
Fall Conference VENDOR LINK: September 2026 WA-MT-ID Joint Fall Training Conference VENDOR Registration
Fall Conference VENDOR Info Flier: Download the Vendor Flier to post and share
Winter Training Registration Link: Dec 3, 2026 (Location TBD) Winter Training, Lunch, & YLP Student Presentation
Chapter Calendar
April
Chapter Events
Bellevue, WA
April 2, 2026
Join the Washington State Chapter of the FBI National Academy Associates for Training and Lunch. All law enforcement, public safety, and criminal justice personnel are welcome.
POC: Washington Chapter
fbinaawa_training@outlook.com
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September
Chapter Events
Airway Heights, WA
September 27 - 30, 2026
The Montana, Idaho, and Washington State FBI National Academy Associates welcome you to our joint Northwest Training Conference and Section 1 Meeting at Northern Quest Conference Center, Resort & Casino in Airway Heights, WA (near Spokane) from September 27-30, 2026. All criminal justice and law enforcement personnel are welcome (you need not be a member). Our conference falls on a weekend to avoid the usual work meeting conflicts AND to encourage guests and families to attend.
POC: Washington Chap
fbinaawa_training@outlook.com
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FBINAA Events
Spokane, WA
September 27 - 30, 2026
Invitation only for Section I Chapter Leaders. This leadership meeting will focus on chapter best practice sharing, National update, and membership training.
POC: Washington Chapter
fbinaawa_training@outlook.com
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Connect with Us
www.FBINAAWA.org
Chapter POC:
Corey Darlington
Chapter Secretary
Email: cdarling@tacoma.org
Phone: 253-312-2730
Mailing: 3701 S. Pine Street, Tacoma, WA 98409
The Washington State Chapter of the FBI National Academy Associates, Inc. is a registered 501(c)3
Nonprofit EIN: 91-1230613
UBI Number: 601 353 882
Washington Chapter Board
| Elected Leadership |
Term Ends |
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| Tim Gately | President | 2027 | |
| Lisa Drake | Vice President & YLP Coordinator | 2029 | |
| Jaime Newcomb | Sergeant At Arms | 2031 | |
| Cory Darlington | Secretary | 2029 | |
| Flo Simon | Treasurer | 2026 | |
| Cheol Kang | Member at Large | 2027 | |
| Brett Yeadon | Member at Large | 2026 | |
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Committee Chairs |
(Appointed Annually) | ||
| Scott Dilworth | Training Coordinator | ||
| Cherie Harris | Retiree Activities | ||
| Carla Carter | Sponsorship & Vendors | ||
| Denise Giuntoli | Conference Networking | ||
| Cindy Reed | Historian | ||
| Cherie Harris | Immediate Past President | ||
| FBI Seattle | |||
| W. Mike Herrington | Special Agent In Charge | ||
| Armando Ramirez | Special Agent, Training | ||
| Saskia Martin | Support, Training |
