National Conference on Public Employee Retirement Systems (NCPERS)

The success of every organization depends on its people. That's why the NCPERS Public Pension HR Summit is dedicated to addressing the challenges and opportunities shaping today's workforce. Learn what to expect: https://bit.ly/4tUPNpr

📍 September 23–25, 2026 | Phoenix, AZ

Connect with colleagues from across the public pension community and explore the ideas, strategies, and emerging trends influencing how organizations attract, develop, and retain talent. From compliance considerations and leadership development to technology and workforce planning, the summit offers opportunities to gain new perspectives and practical takeaways.

Whether you're looking to benchmark practices, exchange ideas with peers, or discover innovative approaches to common challenges, you'll leave with valuable insights to bring back to your organization.

Don't wait, register today! https://bit.ly/4vf0zrB

🆕 Webinar - From Back Office to Front Line: How AI Is Reshaping Pension Administration https://bit.ly/4ehcDSC

Join us on Wednesday, June 24 at 2:00 PM ET for a conversation with@nycers NYCERS (New York City Employees' Retirement System) leaders Elizabeth Reyes, Stephen Kelly, and Prabesh Prakash, moderated by NCPERS Director of Research Matthew Eckel.

As continues to reshape the workplace, systems are exploring new ways to improve efficiency, strengthen operations, and better serve members. Hear firsthand how NYCERS is approaching AI adoption and leveraging these tools to support operational excellence and member service.

Discover how AI can help:
• Streamlining administrative processes and reducing manual workloads
• Improving data accuracy and decision-making
• Enhancing workflow efficiency and staff productivity
• Modernizing member services and response times
• Supporting more personalized member experiences

Register now to join live or watch on demand. https://bit.ly/4ehcDSC

🚨RFP Alert: The Public School & Education Employee Retirement Systems of Missouri is seeking qualified firms to provide Board Governance Consulting Services. https://bit.ly/4oj7Lky

What can Y2K teach about managing risk today? https://bit.ly/4fP6C1Z

In his latest column, NCPERS CEO Hank Kim reflects on the critical importance of effective stakeholder engagement in the face of a rapidly evolving technological and regulatory landscape.

"Whether pensions were mailing informational materials to retirees about how to prepare for Y2K, or today are sharing guidance on avoiding phishing scams and cyber fraud, the mission is the same. Plans must provide accurate, accessible information that helps participants understand and trust their benefits.

That responsibility is arguably more important now than ever before. In an era where information is available instantly, misinformation is equally accessible. Plan participants and members of the public can quickly encounter inaccurate or misleading content about public pensions, retirement security, or financial risks."

🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4fP6C1Z

What Y2K Can Teach Public Pensions About AI, Cybersecurity, and Managing Risk Today - National Conference on Public Employee Retirement Systems While we cannot predict the future, we can try to prepare for it by learning from the past. Y2K serves as a reminder that uncertainty often accompanies technological change.

Public pensions face growing operational, cybersecurity, and reputational risks as legacy technologies lag. But what's the key to successful modernization? https://bit.ly/3QjuGiS

According to Frank Karpinski, principal consultant for Linea Solutions and former executive director of ERSI, successful modernization is rarely the result of technology alone.

"It is the product of aligned leadership — where boards and executive directors operate as partners, asking the right oversight questions and maintaining a shared focus on mission and public trust," he writes in his latest article.

🔗 Read it here: https://bit.ly/3QjuGiS

Have insights to share with community? Take the stage and make an impact at NCPERS Public Safety Conference: https://bit.ly/4uMkbUw

Held Oct. 25–28, 2026 in Nashville, the Public Safety Conference brings together nearly 400 pension trustees, administrators, and industry stakeholders.

Sessions cover a wide range of topics, including investment management, plan design, leadership, crisis management, and issues unique to public safety personnel.

📅 Proposals are due by July 31.

🔗 Learn more about the submission process: https://bit.ly/4uMkbUw

Don't miss the chance to showcase your expertise, build relationships, and help shape strategies that address challenges faced by public sector retirement systems today.

Registration is officially open for the NCPERS Public Pension HR Summit! https://bit.ly/4tUPNpr

✈️ September 23-25, 2026 | Phoenix, AZ

Through expert-led discussions and hands-on, peer-driven collaboration, attendees will explore practical strategies for recruitment, retention, compliance, and organizational resilience.

This immersive experience goes beyond learning—it’s about connecting with peers facing similar challenges, building a trusted network of support, and gaining insights that extend well beyond the Summit itself.

Register today and join fellow public pension HR professionals as you strengthen your organization’s workforce strategies. https://bit.ly/4vf0zrB

Don't miss out on complimentary access to compensation and bonus data for 100 common positions found at ! https://bit.ly/3y1RXfJ

📅 Submit your completed Public Pension Compensation Survey by Tuesday, June 2.

Conducted in partnership with CBIZ, Inc. , this annual survey helps public retirement systems evaluate their packages to ensure key positions are filled with qualified staff.

Participating organizations will receive a complimentary copy of the report this fall, and NCPERS members can also access an interactive dashboard to filter data further for more meaningful comparisons among peer systems.

❓Questions about how to participate? Contact us at [email protected].

As trustees face shifting regulations and legal uncertainty, it is critical to remain informed and engaged to protect your plan's participants: https://bit.ly/43sM081

Here are three key recent developments for to watch:

➡️ The DOL's proposed rule lays out a process-based safe harbor specifically designed for the task of selecting the investment options that appear on a retirement plan's menu. It is the most detailed federal description to date of what a prudent investment selection process looks like, and state courts evaluating public trustee conduct will inevitably use it as a reference.

➡️ Recent developments in private credit illustrate some of the liquidity and structural considerations inherent in this asset class — considerations that are particularly relevant for public pension systems evaluating whether to offer similar strategies in plans where individual participants direct their own investments.

➡️ Fiduciaries should monitor the forthcoming decision in Anderson v. Intel, a case that will decide whether plaintiffs suing over allegedly imprudent investment decisions must identify a "meaningful benchmark" at the earliest stage of litigation. This could reshape the litigation landscape for fiduciary breach claims.

🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/43sM081

Navigating Regulatory Change and Alternative Investment Uncertainty As trustees face shifting regulations and legal uncertainty, it is critical to remain informed and engaged to protect your plan's participants.

As we wrap up another impactful year of the NCPERS Annual Conference & Exhibition (ACE), we want to extend a sincere thank you to the sponsors who helped make it all possible. ✨ https://bit.ly/4t2IKMl

Your partnership plays a vital role in creating a space where public pension leaders can collaborate, share ideas, and tackle the challenges shaping the future of retirement security.

From meaningful conversations to valuable learning opportunities, your support helped power an unforgettable experience for the entire public pension community. Thank you for standing with us and investing in the mission that serves millions of public employees nationwide. 👏

J.P. Morgan Asset Management
BenefitsIQ by Deloitte
Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP
DIVIDEX Management
Northern Trust
Nuveen
NEPC
NISA
William Blair
Berwyn Group
Baillie Gifford
Gallagher
Segal
Abacus Intel
APSR (Alliance for Prosperity & a Secure Retirement)
Amova Asset Management
BLB&G (Bernstein Litowitz Berger & Grossmann LLP)
Calamos
GoldenTree Asset Management
Investment Performance Services
Long Arc Capital
Mesirow
State Street
Wolf Popper

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