National Conference on Public Employee Retirement Systems

The Voice for Public Pensions

About the Pension Communications Summit

In 2023, NCPERS launched the Pension Communications Summit to address the unique communications and marketing challenges that public pension plans and industry stakeholders face. This one-of-a-kind event provides a crucial platform for industry professionals to convene, exchange innovative ideas, and delve into best practices for both internal and external communications.

Beyond fostering knowledge sharing, the summit is dedicated to building a robust network of public pension professionals committed to overcoming communication challenges and advancing their strategies. It emphasizes the importance of transparency, clarity, and impact in messaging, offering participants access to cutting-edge trends, tools, and techniques. By highlighting real-world case studies and providing hands-on training, the summit equips attendees with actionable insights and skills to enhance their communication efforts.

The summit’s significance extends to its role in driving industry-wide progress. By uniting diverse voices and perspectives, it encourages a collaborative approach to tackling common challenges, establishing new standards, and shaping the future of pension communications. Ultimately, the Pension Communications Summit is designed to empower public pension professionals, enhance their communication practices, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and contribute to the ongoing success and sustainability of their pension plans.


 

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

NCPERS invites all public pension professionals who work in or have an interest in external or internal communications to attend. While nonmember pension funds are eligible to attend, NCPERS members save nearly 50 percent on registration fees.



WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?

The Pension Communications Summit is your opportunity to ignite and elevate the role of the public plan communicator. Whether communications is your main focus or it’s just one of your many responsibilities, this dynamic program will help provide the skills and connections needed to succeed. Energize your professional journey by engaging with industry leaders, exchanging groundbreaking ideas, and learning from top experts. Don’t miss out on this chance to make valuable connections with peers and boost your impact!

 

HERE’S WHAT PAST ATTENDEES HAD TO SAY:

“The Summit brought together a diverse and dynamic group of communicators, and the exchange of ideas and experiences was truly inspiring. I am thankful for the chance to contribute to the conversation around best practices in communication and learn from my fellow communicators who are doing fantastic work across the country.” – Mehrin Rahman, communications director, COAERS (2024 attendee)

“The conference itself was extremely valuable as I gained knowledge and ideas from all the presenters. I can’t wait to start applying them for our members.” – Jane Anderson, public information officer, PSPRS of Arizona