North Texas PrivateInvestigatorsAssociation
501(c)(6) Non-Profit · DPS-PSB CE School Y00131 · Est. 1983
1983
Serving North Texas PIs Since 1983
Over four decades of advancing professionalism and ethics in the Texas private investigation industry.
501(c)(6)
Official Non-Profit Association
Federally recognized non-profit trade association dedicated to the interests of licensed Texas PIs.
PSB Y00131
State Credentialed Training Provider
Texas Department of Public Safety — Private Security Bureau approved continuing education school.
Upcoming Featured Speaker
Featured Guest Presenter — Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Dave Klimek
NTPIA President · FBI Special Agent (Ret.) · Certified Fraud Examiner · Founder, Tracecraft Special Investigations, LLC
Ethics in Private Investigation
Live CE Session — Wednesday, November 11, 2026 · 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM CSTApproved Texas DPS-PSB CE School ID Y00131 (2 Hours Ethics CE)
Session Overview
Drawing on 27+ years of combined investigative service — including two decades as a Special Agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation — Dave Klimek will examine the critical ethical boundaries, evidentiary integrity, and professional standards essential to modern private practice. From avoiding conflicts of interest and navigating legal gray areas to maintaining unassailable credibility under courtroom scrutiny, this session delivers actionable frameworks for making sound ethical decisions when the stakes are at their highest.
About the Presenter
Dave Klimek brings more than 27 years of combined public service and investigative experience, highlighted by 20 years as an FBI Special Agent in the Dallas Division. His federal caseload encompassed major fraud schemes, public corruption, civil rights violations, violent crimes, crimes against children, and human trafficking.
During his FBI tenure, Dave served as a Principal Relief Squad Supervisor, Behavioral Analysis Unit (BAU) Field Coordinator, Division Principal Defensive Tactics Instructor, and CIRG Certified Surveillance Operations Group (SOG) Agent.
Following his federal retirement in 2021, Dave founded Tracecraft Special Investigations, LLC, where he conducts complex investigations and serves as a Qualified Expert Witness in both state and federal courts. He holds a B.S. in Psychology and an M.A. in Human Sciences with a Concentration in Psychology, and is a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Forensic Interviewer (CFI-FTER), and Certified Criminal Defense Specialist (CCDS), licensed by the Texas DPS-PSB. He currently serves as President of the NTPIA.
A Message from Leadership
AN OPEN LETTER FROM THE NTPIA PRESIDENT
To Our Valued Members, Associates, and Distinguished Colleagues
Since 1983, the North Texas Private Investigators Association has served as a cornerstone for professional excellence, statutory compliance, and operational integrity within the Texas investigative community. As our industry evolves, so too must the organizational structures that support and advocate for our practitioners. Over the past ninety days, the Board of Directors and executive leadership have engaged in a thorough and deliberate initiative to revitalize, reorganize, and modernize our Association to ensure its long-term continuity, financial stability, and institutional strength.
Following a period of operational transition and digital inactivity, we have undertaken a comprehensive assessment of the Association's core priorities, administrative framework, and strategic direction. During this intensive ninety-day restructuring period, executive leadership and dedicated members have completed several significant organizational milestones:
Governance and Oversight: We have initiated a comprehensive Association-wide audit, conducted a meticulous examination of financial assets and obligations, and drafted targeted modifications to our Association Bylaws to strengthen administrative transparency.
Institutional Modernization: We have established specialized working committees, conducted special meetings with key stakeholders, and formulated a comprehensive strategic plan designed to guarantee uninterrupted operational continuity and enhanced board oversight.
Educational and Professional Programming: We have thoroughly evaluated our educational curriculum to ensure that all continuing education offerings presented under our credentialed Texas Department of Public Safety Private Security Bureau status (School ID: Y00131) deliver immediate, high-value benefit to practicing investigators.
Membership Engagement and Outreach: We have re-established direct lines of communication with existing members, instituted new member recruitment initiatives, and launched new collaborative programs to foster active engagement across the North Texas region.
As part of this modernization initiative, we are re-establishing our digital presence through a newly reconstructed website. Please note that the website published today is presented in a temporary draft format. Over the coming months, visitors and members should anticipate ongoing adjustments, additions, deletions, and functional enhancements as additional features are systematically finalized and brought online.
On behalf of the Board of Directors, I formally request the patience and continued support of our longstanding members, returning colleagues, and prospective applicants as we carry out these vital improvements. Every modification currently underway is being executed with a singular objective: to deliver a superior NTPIA experience, provide tangible value-added benefits, and safeguard the future of our professional association for years to come.
Thank you for your dedication to the investigative profession, your commitment to ethical standards, and your continued trust in the North Texas Private Investigators Association.
Respectfully submitted,
Dave Klimek
Dave Klimek, PI, CFE, CFI-FTER, CCDS
President, North Texas Private Investigators Association
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Our Team
Board of Directors
NTPIA is led by experienced licensed investigators committed to advancing the profession across North Texas.
Dave Klimek
PI, CFE, CFI-FTER, CCDS
Founder of Tracecraft Special Investigations. Leads NTPIA's strategic direction and member advocacy.
Jenna Hill
PI
Specializes in domestic and background investigations across the Fort Worth metro area.
Amy Halbrook
PI
Manages NTPIA financial operations and member dues. Serves as Licensed School Director for NTPIA's DPS-PSB approved CE program (School ID Y00131). Based in Collin County.
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