Public Pension HR Summit 2027


Category: In-Person Events

NCPERS Public Pension HR Summit equips HR leaders and administrators with the insights and tools to turn workforce challenges into opportunities. Through expert-led discussions and collaborative problem-solving sessions, participants gain practical strategies for recruitment, retention, compliance, and organizational resilience that can be applied directly to their organization. By forging connections with peers, participants build a network for ongoing support that extends well beyond the Summit.

This immersive, peer-driven experience ensures attendees leave with actionable insights, practical tools, and meaningful connections to drive real impact within their organizations.

Join us September 22-24, 2027 in Savannah, GA.

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What to Expect

  • Engage in breakout ‘hot topics’ sessions to tackle common challenges, share solutions, and collaborate in small group discussions.

  • Navigate compliance and employment law updates that directly impact your fund.

  • Explore how HR professionals are leveraging technology to enhance efficiency, decision-making, and workforce management.

  • Hear from Public Pension HR Experts on the strategies they use to navigate an evolving workforce landscape.

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What Will I Learn?

Guided by program directors from the NCPERS HR Roundtable, the Summit reflects the realities facing public pension organizations today, ensuring every session delivers practical value participants can apply. NCPERS’ recognition by SHRM allows you to earn Professional Development Credits (PDCs) toward SHRM-CP® and SHRM-SCP® recertification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Registration includes access to all sessions, educational materials, the event app, scheduled meals, and networking events.
Onsite registration is available unless the event sells out. We encourage early registration to guarantee space. Sign up for event updates.
Select sponsorship opportunities are available for the Public Pension HR Summit. Please contact events@ncpers.org to learn more.
Attire is business casual for all meetings and receptions.
Yes. Attendees who book in the group block will receive the NCPERS discounted room rate.
Yes. We share slides for sessions where speakers have given permission on our website and in the event app (when applicable).
No. The sessions are open to everyone. If the program includes limited-capacity workshops, we will specify in advance if sign-ups are required.
No. The Summit is offered in person only. Sessions will not be recorded.
Yes. SHRM PDCs will be offered for this program, along with general continuing education credits. Details on available credit hours will be shared once the program is finalized.
After your attendance is verified, the SHRM activity ID will be provided to you and your certificate will be posted to your NCPERS membership profile within two weeks of the event.
No. Guests are not permitted. Attendance is limited to registered participants only.
The Public Pension HR Summit does not have an open call for speakers. The agenda is carefully crafted by a program committee of HR professionals, whose members consider potential speakers and extend invitations based on the goals of the program and the needs of the audience.
To express your interest in serving as an HR Summit program director, please email events@ncpers.org.

Large group shot of participants of the 2026 Public Pension HR Summit


“Best conference I attend. Excellent value for money and one-of-a-kind opportunity for networking with HR professionals in the pension industry.” – 2025 attendee