World Association of Detectives

The World Association of Detectives was founded in 1925. In 1950, the World Secret Service Association, Inc. was formed as a joint venture by the combined membership of the International Secret Service Association (founded in 1921) and the World Association of Detectives. At our annual conference in August 1966 in San Antonio, Texas, USA, our present name was unanimously approved by amendment, reverting to the name of "World Association of Detectives." As we approach 100 years, I have to wonder, what would our founders think? I still remember my first conference very vividly. After all, one's first trip to Hawaii isn't something you easily forget. Some of the members I met in 1983 had already been members for 25 years or longer, real legends in our industry. As a 28 year old fairly new to the business, I was so impressed to be able to meet these people from so many different countries.