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What's Next at NCPERS?

Whether you're a new trustee, a seasoned plan professional, or a pension industry service provider, there are always opportunities to learn, connect, and collaborate at NCPERS.

• Registration Now Open: Trustee Essentials Training, Advanced Fiduciary Institute, and Annual Conference & Exhibition
• Webinar (April 7): Navigating the 2026 Public Pension Compensation Survey
• Sponsorship Opportunities: Annual Conference & Exhibition
• Exhibit Hall Registration: Annual Conference & Exhibition

Upcoming NCPERS Roundtables: Connect with Plan Professionals

NCPERS Roundtables bring together public pension professionals from across the country to exchange ideas, crowdsource solutions, and stay ahead of emerging challenges. Participation is free for staff at NCPERS member pension funds. Find out what's working for other systems and walk away with ideas you can put into action: Learn more and join the conversation, or click the links below to sign up today!  

Upcoming Events & Webinars: Register Now

From national conferences to specialized summits and forums, NCPERS 11 annual in-person events always deliver expert-led education, peer-driven insights, and networking opportunities tailored for the public pension community. Our webinars help you stay informed throughout the year with timely insights.

• Communications & Member Services Summit (March 2-4, San Diego, CA)
• Navigating the 2026 Public Pension Compensation Survey (April 7, Virtual)
• Trustee Essentials Training (May 16-17, Las Vegas, NV)
• NCPERS Advanced Fiduciary (NAF) Institute (May 16-17, Las Vegas, NV)
• NCPERS Annual Conference and Exhibition (ACE) (May 17-20, Las Vegas, NV)

Make an Impact: Become a Sponsor

Partnering with NCPERS gives your organization direct access to leaders and decision makers within the public pension community, while aligning your brand with an organization trusted for its thought leadership and industry stewardship. Upcoming opportunities include:

• Communications & Member Services Summit (March 2-4, San Diego, CA)
• Annual Conference & Exhibition (May 17-20, Las Vegas, NV)
• Chief Officers Summit (June 15-17, Newport Beach, CA)
• Public Pension Funding Forum (August 17-19, Chicago, IL)

Public Pension Thought Leadership & Speaker Opportunities

NCPERS members have year-round opportunities to share expertise with the public pension community.

1.  Submit an article for PERSist, our widely-read quarterly publication. The next submission deadline is March 27. Find out how to submit here or browse past issues (login required) for inspiration. 
2. Submit a proposal to speak at an upcoming NCPERS conference. Learn more about our process for selecting speakers and find answers to frequently asked questions.

3. Throughout the year, NCPERS provides news coverage of the latest developments in the public pension industry, including profiles of NCPERS members, organizational success stories, and industry innovations. Please submit your news, story ideas, or topic suggestions to communications@ncpers.org for consideration.

Exhibit at NCPERS: Connect with Clients and Prospects

NCPERS Conferences (held each May and October) provide the opportunity to showcase your company's products and services to an engaged group of public pension professionals.  With dedicated exhibit hall breaks driving attendees to your booth, there's no better place to strengthen your relationships with existing clients and make a positive first impression with prospects. Learn more. 

• Reserve your exhibit booth now for NCPERS Annual Conference & Exhibition (May 17-20, Las Vegas, NV). Space in the exhibit hall is available on a first come, first served basis, so don't wait! Exhibit hall information is available here, or contact events@ncpers.org with questions.  
• Mark your calendars for NCPERS Public Safety Conference (October 25-28, Nashville, TN). Sign up here to be notified when registration opens.

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