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In the early months of 2000, a group of
Kansas licensed private investigators started an open
dialogue with each other through electronic mail. In the
course of this dialogue the desire and need for a new
statewide association to represent Kansas licensed investigators
was apparent. This dedicated group of investigators decided
to meet in person to brainstorm and commit to creating
an association that would best serve the profession.
In May, 2000, investigators from all over
the state converged in Salina, Kansas. After many hours
of passionate debate and discussion, a unanimous conclusion
was drawn; Kansas licensed private investigators needed
a statewide association to provide training, and guidance
while, at the same time, offering them a medium to voice
their opinions to regulatory bodies and to promote their
industry. A steering committee was selected and given
the task of conceiving the new association.
The Kansas Association of Licensed Investigators
became a reality in August, 2000. The first general meeting
was held in Emporia, Kansas and at the conclusion, K.A.L.I.
was 40 members strong. After the second meeting held in
Kansas City, MO in October, 2000, K.A.L.I. was 82 members
strong. The Kansas Association of Licensed Investigators
is the largest group of investigators to ever come together
as an association.
Licensed private detectives in the state
of Kansas can now be assured that they have a voice in
guiding their profession and networking with the most
professional investigators in the state. K.A.L.I. will
always strive to provide its members with training, promotion
of the industry, and a strong voice before regulatory
bodies that have an impact on their future.
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