2026 NPEA Conference: Full Schedule

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

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

2:30pm EDT

Social Security, Medicare, and the Pension Picture

Sunday October 18, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT

Alexander Ballroom

Speakers

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

3:45pm 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

8:00am EDT

President's Welcome and Opening Remarks

Monday October 19, 2026 8:00am - 8:15am EDT

Alexander Ballroom

Speakers

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

From Cautious to Courageous: Moving Members Into Momentum

Monday October 19, 2026 8:15am - 9:30am EDT

Alexander Ballroom

Speakers

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 →

Monday October 19, 2026 8:15am - 9:30am EDT
Alexander Ballroom

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

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

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

2:30pm 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

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

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

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

9:45am 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

11:00am EDT

A Tax on Retirement Accounts

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

Alexander Ballroom

Speakers

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

1:30pm EDT

Legislative Update

Tuesday October 20, 2026 1:30pm - 2:30pm EDT

Alexander Ballroom

Speakers

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

3:00pm EDT

The Creative Reconnection Experience

Tuesday October 20, 2026 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT

Alexander Ballroom

Speakers

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 →

Tuesday October 20, 2026 3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT
Alexander Ballroom

3:45pm EDT

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2:30pm EDT

3:45pm EDT

8:00am EDT

8:15am EDT

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1:15pm EDT

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4:00pm EDT

8:00am EDT

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9:45am EDT

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1:30pm EDT

3:00pm EDT

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