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Saturday, October 17
 

3:00pm EDT

Registration Open
Saturday October 17, 2026 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Ballroom Foyer

Saturday October 17, 2026 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Ballroom Foyer

3:00pm EDT

Sponsor Exhibits Open
Saturday October 17, 2026 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Ballroom Foyer

Saturday October 17, 2026 3:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Ballroom Foyer

3:45pm EDT

Canadian Pension System Panel
Saturday October 17, 2026 3:45pm - 5:15pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

Saturday October 17, 2026 3:45pm - 5:15pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

4:00pm EDT

The Ripple Effect
Saturday October 17, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

Speakers
avatar for Danielle Templeton

Danielle Templeton

Director of Communications and Outreach, Georgia’s Employees’ Retirement System (ERSGA)
The Ripple EffectWhat if our ability to influence others is greater than we ever imagined? What if a single action could set in motion something far bigger than ourselves?Financial literacy isn’t just about money. It’s about confidence, opportunity, and hope.In this inspiring... Read More →
Saturday October 17, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

5:30pm EDT

Welcome Reception
Saturday October 17, 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
CityWay Gallery

Saturday October 17, 2026 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
CityWay Gallery
 
Sunday, October 18
 

2:00pm EDT

Registration Open
Sunday October 18, 2026 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Ballroom Foyer

Sunday October 18, 2026 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Ballroom Foyer

2:00pm EDT

Sponsor Exhibits Open
Sunday October 18, 2026 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Ballroom Foyer

Sunday October 18, 2026 2:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Ballroom Foyer

2:30pm EDT

Social Security, Medicare, and the Pension Picture
Sunday October 18, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

Speakers
avatar for Jeff Stein

Jeff Stein

Financial Knowledge
Social Security, Medicare, and the Pension Picture presented by Financial KnowledgeFor pension workers, retirement planning questions often extend beyond a pension alone. This session offers a clear look at Social Security and Medicare and how both programs fit into the larger retirement... Read More →
Sunday October 18, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

3:30pm EDT

Break
Sunday October 18, 2026 3:30pm - 3:45pm EDT

Sunday October 18, 2026 3:30pm - 3:45pm EDT

3:45pm EDT

Canadian Pension Systems Panel
Sunday October 18, 2026 3:45pm - 5:15pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

Sunday October 18, 2026 3:45pm - 5:15pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

5:30pm EDT

Depart for Dinner Event at The Hangar (Bus or Walk)
Sunday October 18, 2026 5:30pm - 6:00pm EDT

Sunday October 18, 2026 5:30pm - 6:00pm EDT

6:00pm EDT

Reception and Dinner
Sunday October 18, 2026 6:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
The Hangar

Sunday October 18, 2026 6:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
The Hangar
 
Monday, October 19
 

7:00am EDT

Breakfast
Monday October 19, 2026 7:00am - 8:00am EDT
Market Table

Monday October 19, 2026 7:00am - 8:00am EDT
Market Table

7:30am EDT

Sponsor Exhibits Open
Monday October 19, 2026 7:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Ballroom Foyer

Monday October 19, 2026 7:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Ballroom Foyer

8:00am EDT

President's Welcome and Opening Remarks
Monday October 19, 2026 8:00am - 8:15am EDT
Alexander Ballroom

Speakers
avatar for Ben Colussy

Ben Colussy

President, NPEA
Ben Colussy is a dedicated retirement plan administrator, brings 18 years of experience in managing retirement plans to Arapahoe County Government (in Colorado).  With a keen eye for detail and a passion for ensuring financial security for retirees, Ben effectively oversees the administration... Read More →
Monday October 19, 2026 8:00am - 8:15am EDT
Alexander Ballroom

8:15am EDT

The Creative Reconnection Experience
Monday October 19, 2026 8:15am - 9:30am EDT
Alexander Ballroom

Speakers
avatar for Rick Lozano

Rick Lozano

The Creative Reconnection Experience™A Musical, Joy-Forward Reset for People Ready to Feel Momentum AgainWhat if the fastest way back to clarity wasn’t another strategy session—but a shared experience that helped people see things, and themselves, differently?The Creative R... Read More →
Monday October 19, 2026 8:15am - 9:30am EDT
Alexander Ballroom

9:30am EDT

Break
Monday October 19, 2026 9:30am - 9:45am EDT

Monday October 19, 2026 9:30am - 9:45am EDT

9:45am EDT

Roll Call
Monday October 19, 2026 9:45am - 12:00pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

Monday October 19, 2026 9:45am - 12:00pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

12:00pm EDT

Lunch
Monday October 19, 2026 12:00pm - 1:15pm EDT
Market Table

Monday October 19, 2026 12:00pm - 1:15pm EDT
Market Table

1:15pm EDT

What Employers Take for Granted: Using Pension Data to Measure Workforce Retention
Monday October 19, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

Speakers
avatar for Dan Doonan

Dan Doonan

NIRS
What Employers Take for Granted: Using Pension Data to Measure Workforce RetentionPublic pension employers often benefit from stronger workforce retention than they realize—but many plans lack a clear way to measure and communicate that advantage. The good news is that the data... Read More →
Monday October 19, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

2:15pm EDT

Break
Monday October 19, 2026 2:15pm - 2:30pm EDT
Market Table

Monday October 19, 2026 2:15pm - 2:30pm EDT
Market Table

2:30pm EDT

Round Table Session - Part 1
Monday October 19, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

Monday October 19, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

3:30pm EDT

Break
Monday October 19, 2026 3:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Market Table

Monday October 19, 2026 3:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
Market Table

4:00pm EDT

Round Table Session - Part 2
Monday October 19, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

Monday October 19, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom
 
Tuesday, October 20
 

7:00am EDT

Breakfast
Tuesday October 20, 2026 7:00am - 8:00am EDT
Market Table

Tuesday October 20, 2026 7:00am - 8:00am EDT
Market Table

7:30am EDT

Sponsor Exhibits Open
Tuesday October 20, 2026 7:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Ballroom Foyer

Tuesday October 20, 2026 7:30am - 4:00pm EDT
Ballroom Foyer

8:00am EDT

NPEA Annual Business Meeting
Tuesday October 20, 2026 8:00am - 8:30am EDT
Alexander Ballroom

Tuesday October 20, 2026 8:00am - 8:30am EDT
Alexander Ballroom

8:30am EDT

A Tax on Retirement Accounts
Tuesday October 20, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Renaissance Place

Speakers
avatar for Mike Wilson

Mike Wilson

A Tax on Retirement AccountsWe’ve all heard there are two inevitable things in life: death and taxes. While we can’t avoid the former, there are things we can do to minimize the latter. In this session, we’ll learn the basics of how all types of retirement accounts are taxed... Read More →
Tuesday October 20, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Renaissance Place

8:30am EDT

AI/Fraud Panel
Tuesday October 20, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Fletcher Place

Tuesday October 20, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Fletcher Place

8:30am EDT

Digital Communications Panel
Tuesday October 20, 2026 8:30am - 9:30pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

Tuesday October 20, 2026 8:30am - 9:30pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

9:30am EDT

Break
Tuesday October 20, 2026 9:30am - 9:45am EDT

Tuesday October 20, 2026 9:30am - 9:45am EDT

9:45am EDT

AI/Fraud Panel
Tuesday October 20, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Fletcher Place

Tuesday October 20, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Fletcher Place

9:45am EDT

Digital Communications Panel
Tuesday October 20, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Alexander Ballroom

Tuesday October 20, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Alexander Ballroom

9:45am EDT

Smart Tech for Better Presentations
Tuesday October 20, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Renaissance Place

Speakers
avatar for Cliff Horn

Cliff Horn

Practical Technology for Engaging PresentationsFrom basic slide presentations to modern virtual learning environments, presentation technology has changed dramatically over the years. This session explores practical upgrades that can improve audience engagement, presentation quality... Read More →
Tuesday October 20, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am EDT
Renaissance Place

10:45am EDT

Break
Tuesday October 20, 2026 10:45am - 11:00am EDT

Tuesday October 20, 2026 10:45am - 11:00am EDT

11:00am EDT

A Tax on Retirement Accounts
Tuesday October 20, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

Speakers
avatar for Mike Wilson

Mike Wilson

A Tax on Retirement AccountsWe’ve all heard there are two inevitable things in life: death and taxes. While we can’t avoid the former, there are things we can do to minimize the latter. In this session, we’ll learn the basics of how all types of retirement accounts are taxed... Read More →
Tuesday October 20, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

11:00am EDT

AI/Fraud Panel
Tuesday October 20, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Fletcher Place

Tuesday October 20, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Fletcher Place

11:00am EDT

Smart Tech for Better Presentations
Tuesday October 20, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Renaissance Place

Speakers
avatar for Cliff Horn

Cliff Horn

Practical Technology for Engaging PresentationsFrom basic slide presentations to modern virtual learning environments, presentation technology has changed dramatically over the years. This session explores practical upgrades that can improve audience engagement, presentation quality... Read More →
Tuesday October 20, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Renaissance Place

12:00pm EDT

Lunch
Tuesday October 20, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Market Table

Tuesday October 20, 2026 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Market Table

1:30pm EDT

Legislative Update
Tuesday October 20, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

Speakers
avatar for Jeannine Markoe Raymond

Jeannine Markoe Raymond

Director of Federal Relations, NASRA
Federal Legislative Update: What Public Pensions Need to KnowFederal legislative activity continues to shape the environment in which public retirement systems operate. Join us for an update on key federal proposals, regulatory developments, and policy discussions that could impact public pension plans and their members.Whether you’re responsible... Read More →
Tuesday October 20, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

2:30pm EDT

Break
Tuesday October 20, 2026 2:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Market Table

Tuesday October 20, 2026 2:30pm - 3:00pm EDT
Market Table

3:00pm EDT

From Cautious to Courageous: Moving Members Into Momentum
Tuesday October 20, 2026 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

Speakers
avatar for Melissa Boggs

Melissa Boggs

From Cautious to Courageous: Moving Members Into MomentumPension educators don’t just explain benefits; you help people step into their financial future with confidence. In a landscape shaped by complex regulations, economic uncertainty, and multi-generational workforces, your role... Read More →
Tuesday October 20, 2026 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

5:30pm EDT

Reception and Dinner
Tuesday October 20, 2026 5:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Market Table

Tuesday October 20, 2026 5:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
Market Table
 

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