Benefits Conference for Public Employees

Important Meeting Details for Registrants [PDF]

Current Session Schedule [PDF]

Part I of the CAPPP™ Employee Health and Employee Pension programs will be held on Saturday and Sunday preceding this conference to allow attendees to maximize their time and minimize their expense.

The Benefits Conference for Public Employees is a one-of-a-kind conference for deputies, managers, trustees and key staff in governmental agencies providing an opportunity to get up-to-date information and learn about key issues facing public employee benefit plans. In addition, opportunities for practical skill-building sessions are available to enhance your career development, while methods that work are shared with those in attendance. Sessions are typically 1¼ hours in length. Registrants are drawn from across the country, representing a variety of plans, jurisdictions and agencies.

Who Should Attend

This conference is designed for key staff and managers in governmental agencies; trustees of governmental plans, with special focus for mid- to small-sized plans; deputies and department heads; members of negotiating committees; and labor relations staff.

A new value-added feature now offers you access to the content of two conferences for the price of one! Those attending the Benefits Conference for Public Employees will have access to any of the individual educational sessions being offered at the Health Care Management Conference going on at the same time! This means more educational choices to meet your needs and greater exposure to methods that work.

Educational sessions will be enriched through a limited number of exhibitors, invited based upon the topics covered in the conference. Learn about cutting-edge strategies and products in the marketplace.

Featured Speaker Line-up

• Jack Ehnes, CEO, CalSTRS—An Economic Outlook and What It Means to Plans
• Alan Milligan, Managing Actuary, CalPERS—The Financial Economics of Plans
• Kelly Kenneally, NIRS—Communicating in Tough Times
• David F. Maurek, COO, Colorado PERA—Internal Controls and Risk Management
• Leigh Snell, Dir. of Fed. Govt. Rel., NCTR—A Legislative Update
• Leon Wechsler, LR Weschsler, Ltd.—How to Control IT Projects From a User Perspecitive
• Ira Summer, Public Pension Prof—Exploring the Costs of DB and DC Plans
• Keith Brainard, Research Director, NASRA—An Update on Public Pension Trends
• Jan Hartford, Director, CEM Benchmarking, Inc.—Best Practices Using Web Pages

See the Complete Speaker Line-up and Session Topics

• Hear the latest thinking on topics of interest specifically for the public sector.
• Learn how other systems and agencies handle similar situations in different parts of the country.
• Form networks and build contacts as touchstones for future projects.
• Fine-tune critical skills that enhance administration.
• Gain access to more education in health care for ideas that save dollars, without sacrificing quality.

The International Foundation will sponsor a grand networking event, offering attendees a way to get to know each other on a more informal basis and to build lasting professional relationships.

About the Location

La Costa Resort and Spa

Located in Carlsbad, California, this location offers great beaches, golfing, world-class shopping and restaurants with character. Also the home of LEGOLAND Califonia, there are over 50 thrilling rides, offering a day of fun and suprises for the whole family.  Sometimes referred to as "The Village by the Sea," Carlsbad combinds the charm of a European village with the laid-back manner of a beach town that hasn't yet gone commerical. Explore the narrow, tree-lined streets of the Original Village, offering boutiques, trendy shops, sidewalk cafés and coffeehouses. Spend a few hours in one of the Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch that are in full bloom for approximately six to eight weeks a year—right during your stay! And, remember that all of the attractions of San Diego are a short car ride away from the Resort.

Health Care Management Conference

• This year the conference will be held concurrently with the International Foundation’s Health Care Management Conference, which offers attendees access to twice the number of educational sessions normally offered at one conference, with no extra charge!
• Part I of the Certificate of Achievement in Public Plan Policy (CAPPP™)