Event Details
The New Jersey Licensed Private Investigators Association will be hosting our September meeting in conjunction with a day of Training & Professional Development on September 14th & 15th at the RUTGERS CONFERENCE CENTER – NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ.
We will also be hosting the Pre-Conference "How To Double Your PI Income & Client Base" on Sunday, September 14th, 2025 with presenter Jimmie Mesis.
SEE BELOW FOR FULL SCHEDULE
This event is open to all NJLPIA members and guests as well as non-member private investigators from New Jersey and other area states.
We are also offering attendance to perspective licensee’s and encourage those individuals to attend and start building your network!
NOTE: ELIGIBLE NON-MEMBERS ATTENDING WILL RECEIVE A $50.00 DUES DISCOUNT TO JOIN THE ASSOCIATION AS PART OF THE ATTENDANCE FEE.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH, 2025:
8:00 AM TO 4:00 PM: "How To Double Your PI Income & Client Base" By Jimmie Mesis, BAI, LPI (lunch provided)
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM: Networking session; Association Mtg. & Catered Dinner
.Full speaker line-up and class descriptions below
PRE-CONFERENCE COURSE INFORMATION:
PRE-CONFERENCE:
"How To Double Your PI Income & Client Base"
By Jimmie Mesis, BAI, LPI
Are you earning $500- $1000+ per day...everyday?
Learn How You Can!
Jimmie Mesis has been a successful private investigator and businessman for more than 40 years and has generated tens of millions of dollars as a PI. You may already know Jimmie as the previous owner of PI Magazine, PI Gear and PI Directory, or as the Founder and Director of USA Bugsweeps, the largest TSCM bug sweep company in the USA. He’s taught more than 15,000 private investigators all over the USA, Canada, and the United Kingdom the insider secrets to becoming financially successful as a PI. Now, he’ll teach you!
Imagine learning dozens of simple tips and tricks that he and other successful PIs worldwide are using to earn a six and seven figure annual income. Now, you can learn exactly what works and what doesn’t.
What You’ll Learn Will Transform Your Business Forever
Register now for the pre-conference Sunday class with Jimmie!
$150 Per person (includes lunch) This seminar event will likely sell-out as seating is limited, Register Today!
MONDAY. SEPTEMBER 15th, 2025 - 8:00 AM TO 4:00 PM: Training Session with provided breakfast & Lunch
8:00 am - Catered Breakfast.
9:00 am - Opening Ceremonies
9:30 am - Class start time ( times are approximate and speaker order may change due to individual speakers scheduling needs)
- We are tentatively working on scheduling of representatives from the NJSP Private Detective Unit for an update and short Q and A session. This is pending and will be formalized shortly.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER - BRANDON PERRON, CCDI, CFI-FTER!
“Forensic Case Review & Analysis & Lead Tracking”
Brandon is an award winning nationally recognized professional investigator and criminal defense investigation trainer and is recognized as one of the nation's foremost investigators, trainers, and speakers within the discipline of criminal defense investigation.
“An attack upon the very foundation of the prosecution's case can topple the inverted pyramid and narrative supporting the theory of prosecution. It is important to remember that the documents provided via the discovery process are in fact evidence and not mere reading material for informational purposes only. The police reports, evidence, photographs and all supporting documentation are in fact the very core of the prosecution’s case. Therefore, every report, statement, photograph, and document is “evidence” and should be treated as such. A forensic case review and analysis consistent with the methodology defined by the Component Method of Criminal Defense Investigation & Case Management should be conducted to identify “
Topics will include:
- Inconsistencies, discrepancies, errors, omissions, flaws,
- Lead Tracking - Unanswered leads demanding further investigation.
- Prioritize data and information demanding immediate pursuit and resolution Fact Classification - Identify, extract, and classify facts including mitigators and aggravators.
- Identify all witnesses and persons involved in the case and summarize potential testimony.
This is a must-attend course for those who conduct all forms of investigative work and will be the entire afternoon session.
MORNING SESSION:
Mark Guralnick, Esq. of Guralnick Legal.
“Disposing the Private Investigator”
Mark S. Guralnick, who has credentials like no other lawyer. With 8 college degrees, multiple specialty certifications, 9 licenses to practice law, 9 published law books and hundreds of articles written by him Mark S. Guralnick brings unique experiences to the table and applies them to serve his clients. In addition to being licensed as an attorney, Mark S. Guralnick is licensed as a private detective. He is a former investigative news reporter, and he leverages all of these skills, education and experiences to deliver excellent client service while finding smart, practical, cost-effective solutions for clients’ legal concerns.
Eric Bishop, Senior Manager of Withum's Cyber and Information Security Services
“An overview of mobile forensics and computer data recovery.”
Eric is a Senior Manager in Withum's Cyber and Information Security Services practice and helps lead the Forensics and eDiscovery group. In this capacity, Eric provides digital forensics, investigation, and litigation support services, to include eDiscovery solutions, to clients.
The class is designed to outline to the private investigator what information is available on a subjects cellular and computer and what is involved in the collection and recovery and its applicable use.
- Cell Phone Collections and Forensics
- Brief Overview of Cellebrite and MSAB XRY
- Data Forensics
- Data Recovery
- File Metadata
Dave Gamble, LPI. DLG Investigations
“Using photography to enhance your civil case & investigation”
Dave Gamble, retired as a Detective Sergeant from the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office in 2012, after more than 20 years of service. During his tenure at the Prosecutor’s Office, he handled hundreds of major crimes investigations including homicides, death by auto, sex crimes, burglary and thefts. His assignments included the Forensic and Technical Service Unit, the Internal Affairs Unit, and supervision of the Trial Support and Fugitive Units .
This is practical course designed for private investigators who want to strengthen their case with effective visual evidence. The class covers best practices for capturing clear, compelling photographs that accurately document scenes, subjects, and evidence while maintaining legal admissibility. Attendees will understand how to integrate photography into investigative strategies, making their civil cases more persuasive, professional, and well-supported with visual proof.
Nick Truba, Client Advisor - Acrisure / SIIS Insurance
"Insurance claims & needs for the private Investigator"
Nick Truba is a client advisor at Acrisure / SIIS Insurance, specializing in property and casualty insurance for the private investigation and security guard industry. Nick is dedicated to supporting private investigators and security companies nationwide, providing comprehensive insurance solutions tailored to their specific needs.
Nick will update us on the current trends in claims against private investigators and offer helpful tips to be certain you have the proper coverage for your business.
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Location
- RUTGERS CONFERENCE CENTER – NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ
