Call it thinking with the gun in your hand.  Or think of it as returning critical decisions back to students.  Consider it a venue to practice unscripted shooting in front of your peers.  Whatever this is, that's the Cognitive Conclave.

Three experienced guys with backgrounds in law enforcement, firearms training, and chronic overthinking come together to offer their unique takes on these important subjects.

If you'd like to test your abilities in something other than simple rote drills or pre-scripted exercises that resemble a track and field match, this is the event for you.

If best practices for training based on peer-reviewed scientific research matter to you, this is the event for you.

If you expect presenters to be able to cite credible sources, this is the event for you.

PAST MEDIA/COVERAGE:
2025 at swiftsilentdeadly.com
2025 Recap on YouTube
2023 at PrimerPeak
2023 at EvoSec
2023 Recap on YouTube

TRAVEL INFORMATION
The event range is located between Atlanta, GA (ATL) and Greenville, SC (GSP).  Due to traffic considerations in the Atlanta Metroplex, flights to/from Greenville may be preferred.

HOTEL INFORMATION
We are recommending the Tru by Hilton in Commerce, GA.  There is no special rate but if you want to hang out with conclave degenerates, this is where we'll be.

This should be a direct link:
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/ahnhcru-tru-commerce/

SUGGESTED EQUIPMENT

• 500 rounds of quality ammunition
• Reliable/accurate pistol
• Appropriate holster (Collapsing holsters and Serpas are prohibited)
• At least three magazines and a way to carry two on your belt
• Eye and ear protection
• Brimmed hat
• Snacks, lunch, and hydration
• Notetaking materials
• Sun screen & rain gear
• Folding chair