Event

2024 Annual Conference

Greenville, South Carolina

October 12-16, 2024

Hurricane Helene Update: The 2024 Annual Conference in Greenville, South Carolina will be held as scheduled. 

NPEA. Crossing Bridges. Navigating Challenges.

Conference Details

Registration Cost:

  • Members: $1,000
    Includes on-site and off-site events and meals
  • Sponsors: Initial person is $2,500, additional sponsor attendees are $1,000 each

Guests can register to attend any or all of the dinners. Costs are as follows:

  • $125 per night
  • $375 for all three nights
    Guest fees include the cost of food, beverages, and transportation to off-site dinner locations.

Hotel:
Hyatt Regency Greenville
220 North Main Street
Greenville, SC 29601

Phone Number: (864) 235-1234

NPEA’s room block deadline has passed. To make reservations at the conference hotel, please call the hotel directly. 

 

 

 

 

Cancellation Policy:

Cancellations must be submitted in writing to [email protected] for reimbursement accordingly:

  • Before September 20th – Full Refund
  • After September 20th – No Refund

Additionally, NPEA will not reimburse for air fare or hotel costs.

Conference FAQs

Who may attend the annual conference?

The annual conference is open to staff and trustees of state retirement systems that are paid up on their 2024 membership fees.

How do I know if my system has paid the annual membership fee?

Begin by checking with your accounting department. They should have a record of the payment. You can also check our current list here, or feel free to contact NPEA at [email protected].

Is there a limit on the number of attendees from each system?

There is no restriction on the number of attendees from any given system. Your membership fee covers all system staff/trustees; however, each attendee is required to pay the individual conference fee.

What is the conference fee for the 2024 Annual Conference?

The fees are as follows:

  • Members: $1,000
  • Sponsors: Initial person is $2,500, additional sponsor attendees are $1,000 each

Guests can register to attend any or all of the dinners. Costs are as follows:

  • $125 per night
  • $375 for all three nights

Guest fees include the cost of food, beverages and transportation to off-site dinner locations.

Do I need to register my guest now or can I wait?

In order to get an accurate food and beverage count, please register your guests by September 20th, 2024.

When do I need to pay for my guest meals? Can I pay when I arrive at the conference?

Payment must be received by September 20th.

What is the conference hotel and rate?

This year’s conference will be held at the Hyatt Regency Greenville.

220 North Main Street
Greenville, SC 29601

The conference hotel rate $189 plus taxes and fees per night.

Please Note: Conference hotel rooms are fully booked for the night of Friday, October 11. If you plan to arrive for the Annual conference on October 11, you will need to find other accommodations for that night. The conference hotel is available for the remaining nights of the conference.

How and when do I need to make hotel reservations?

Reservations are made directly with the hotel via the link provided on the NPEA website conference page. Reservations must be made by September 20th, in order to receive the conference rate.

Do I have to stay at the conference hotel?

No. You can stay at any hotel of your choice, however NPEA has not negotiated rates at any other hotels and will not provide shuttle service to the conference hotel.

Does the conference hotel honor government rates?

NPEA has negotiated the lowest possible rate based on the type of organizations we represent.

What if I register and need to cancel? Can I get a refund of my conference fee?

Our cancellation policy is as follows:
Cancellations must be submitted in writing to [email protected] for reimbursement accordingly:

  • Full conference fee registration refund on/before September 20th.
  • No refund after September 20th.

Additionally, NPEA will not reimburse for air fare or hotel costs.

Does this cancellation still apply if I get sick for any reason, including COVID, prior to the conference?

The cancellation policy is the same for all types of cancellations.

What COVID safety precautions will be in place during the conference?

NPEA and the hotel values our attendee’s health and well-being. Masks will not be required, but attendees can wear masks if they choose.

How do I make payment?

Payment can be made by PayPal, ACH, or check.