From the NCPA Regarding the Tri-State Polygraph Conference set for October 6-8

From the NCPA Regarding the Tri-State Polygraph Conference set for October 6-8:

Hi All,

 

Would you please send this little notice out to your members about the upcoming Tri-State.

 

We are quickly approaching the Tri-State Conference it is just a few weeks away.  We currently have a good number of people attending approximately 85 people.  If you have not registered, please consider coming as there is still time. You can register on the North Carolina Website northcarolinapolygraphassociation.org/cases/.  If you missed the deadline to register for your room, you could call Whitley Akins at 910-458-2616 at the Courtyard and if there are still rooms available, she will be able to assist you in booking your room with our rates.

 

We have a great program prepared for you and can’t wait to see everyone.

 

Notables:

 

  1. Registration on Tuesday, is from 8:00 AM- 8:30 AM
  2. Classes start at 8:30 AM on Tuesday; and 8:00 AM on Wednesday, and Thursday.
  3. We will have pastries and coffee in the mornings, and soda and cookies in the afternoons
  4. Tuesday –2-hr sunset cruise with a cash bar, that starts at 5:30 PM.
  5. Wednesday – We will have a buffet lunch for all at noon (See below)

 

Beachside Picnic Lunch

Assorted Fresh Deli Wraps

Chicken Tenders w/ Honey Mustard and BBQ Dipping Sauce

Seasonal Fresh Fruit

Potato Chips

Pasta Salad

Assorted Cookies & Brownies

Sweet Tea, Unsweet Tea, and Iced Water

 

  1. Look for Tri-State logo apparel and trinkets to purchase

 

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please feel free to reach out to any of the board members or myself.  See you all soon!

 

Warm Regards,

Next GPA Business Meeting in October

The GPA will hold its quarterly business meeting on the second day of the Tri-State Polygraph Conference, Wednesday, October 7. The meeting will begin immediately after that day’s training concludes. We anticipate that training will end early to allow time for the business meeting. All GPA members attending the conference are encouraged to attend. We anticipate sharing exciting information regarding the 2027 Tri-State Conference, which GPA will host, as well as upcoming training opportunities and the 2027 election.

Updates Regarding the Tri-State Polygraph Conference

The GPA will hold its quarterly business meeting on the second day of the Tri-State Polygraph Conference, Wednesday, October 7. The meeting will begin immediately after that day’s training concludes. We anticipate that training will end early to allow time for the business meeting. All GPA members attending the conference are encouraged to attend. We anticipate sharing exciting information regarding the 2027 Tri-State Conference, which GPA will host, as well as upcoming training opportunities and the 2027 election.

The GPA Board is aware of the difficulties some members have experienced while registering for and submitting payment for the Tri-State Polygraph Conference hosted by the North Carolina Polygraph Association (NCPA). We have been in communication with NCPA, which has acknowledged delays in sending adjusted invoices to GPA members. These adjusted invoices reflect the reduced registration rate made possible through GPA’s financial contribution. NCPA has assured us that the outstanding invoices will be sent soon.

We recognize that, due to these delays, some members have already paid the full registration fee. Members who paid the full rate may see GPA Treasurer James Buckner at the conference to receive reimbursement of the $55 GPA has agreed to cover.

For members who have not yet paid because they are awaiting an adjusted invoice and do not receive the promised invoice before the conference, NCPA has confirmed that you will still be permitted to attend. You may pay the reduced rate of $70 upon arrival, and GPA will pay the remaining $55 directly to NCPA.

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and frustration this process has caused. The GPA Board is continuing to work with NCPA to resolve these issues as promptly as possible. We appreciate your patience and look forward to seeing you at the conference.

September 8th Meeting for Board Members Only

Our regularly scheduled business meeting on September 8 will be limited to elected board members only.

The primary focus of this meeting will be the 2027 Tri-State Conference, which GPA will be hosting. The board will be working to develop a proposal to present to the membership for review and discussion.

We will also hold a business meeting during the Tri-State Conference in North Carolina on October 6. Members attending this year’s conference are encouraged to attend, as we will share important information and updates as we prepare for 2027.

For GPA members attending the Tri-State Conference in North Carolina

For GPA members attending the Tri-State Conference in North Carolina, online registration is now available at:

https://northcarolinapolygraphassociation.org/cases/

After registering, you will be sent a link to pay $70 per attendee. The Georgia Polygraph Association will cover the remaining $55 of the registration fee for each attendee.

Please complete your registration as soon as possible if you plan to attend.

July GPS Business Meeting Cancelled

Due to FIFA-related events in the Atlanta area, the July GPA business meeting has been cancelled, as previously decided during our May meeting.

Our next meeting is scheduled for September 8 at 1000 hours. The meeting location and training topic will be announced at a later date.

We will also provide an update on the organization’s contribution toward tuition for this year’s Tri-State Polygraph Conference as soon as logistical details are finalized with the North Carolina Polygraph Association.

 

 

May 12, 2026 GPA Business Meeting

Our next GPA business meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, 2026, and will be held in the Community Building at the Douglasville Police Department from 10:00 AM to approximately 1:00 PM.

The Community Room is located in the second smaller building to the left of the main Douglasville Police Department building, 2083 Fairburn Rd., Douglasville, GA 30135.

Following the conclusion of the business portion of the meeting, lunch will be provided as we transition into our training session. Members are encouraged to enjoy a working lunch as we cover the LXEdge software for the Lafayette polygraph system. This training is particularly important, as Lafayette will be phasing out the older LX software — members who currently use that system are encouraged to attend and become familiar with the new LXEdge program. Please note that this training is tentative, pending our ability to schedule a representative from Lafayette to present on this topic.

Minutes for March 10, 2026, Business Meeting

Here are the minutes for the GPA business meeting held on March 10, 2026, at GSP Headquarters, in Atlanta.  A vote for approval of the minutes will be called for at the next business meeting scheduled for May12th

March 2026 Meeting Minutes

2026 Tri-State Conference

The 2026 Tri-State Conference will be hosted by NCPA (https://www.northcarolinapolygraphassociation.org).  The event will be held at the Courtyard by Mariott-Carolina Beach Oceanfront (Carolina Beach, NC), October 6-8, 2026.  The agenda, hotel link, registration and cost have not been posted as of this date.  We will discuss as an organization what the GPA will contribute toward the registration fee for our members at a later date, after this information is provided by NCPA.

Upcoming Class Dates for Basic and Advanced Examiner Training Courses

  Emerald Coast Polygraph Academy will be hosting the following courses:

To learn more and to apply, please visit the website: https://ECPolygraphAcademy.com/