Meeting/Event Information

Topic

The Legislative Landscape for Investigators

This session breaks down the most important legislative and regulatory developments impacting the investigation profession at both the federal and state levels. It focuses on the trends driving change—privacy, data access, surveillance, tracking, and licensing—and provides clear takeaways on what to watch and how to engage in effective advocacy.

Presenter

Edward J. Ajaeb, CLI

Founder & President, Nighthawk Strategies

Life Member, Society of Professional Investigators

President, National Council of Investigation and Security Services (NCISS)

Edward is a Certified Legal Investigator (CLI) and licensed private detective (DC) / private investigator (OR) with deep expertise in legislative and regulatory issues affecting the profession. He is a nationally recognized speaker, author, and recipient of SPI’s Distinguished Speaker Award. Edward regularly presents on investigative techniques, digital/OSINT tools, privacy implications, and professional advocacy. He currently leads NCISS and has served on multiple national boards advancing investigator standards and rights.

Special 70th Anniversary Recognition

As part of our 70th anniversary celebrations (founded in 1956), we will proudly recognize Communications Director Charles-Eric Gordon, Esq., SPI's longest continuously active member. Charlie has been a dedicated pillar of the organization for over four decades, serving in key roles in SPI. His institutional knowledge, service as investigative counsel, and unwavering commitment embody the spirit of SPI's founding principles of justice, loyalty, and fraternity. Join us in honoring his extraordinary legacy of contributions to the Society and the profession.

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SPI Meeting March 2026