2026 Annual Training Conference
Organized by National Public Employer Labor Relations Association (NPELRA) Annual Training Conference
Join National PELRA in Charlotte, North Carolina for the 2026 Annual Training Conference.
- Dates
- Apr 19-22, 2026
- Location
- Charlotte, NC
- Deadline
- -
- Attendees
- 400
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About this conference
Join National PELRA in Charlotte, North Carolina for the 2026 Annual Training Conference. This unique opportunity is a chance for public sector professionals to learn, be inspired, and network with peers. The conference promises an exciting and enriching experience, filled with dynamic sessions, thought-provoking discussions, and cutting-edge insights across the field of public sector labor relations. It offers countless opportunities for networking and building lasting relationships. The event includes pre- and post-conference sessions, a welcome celebration at the NASCAR Hall of Fame, daily breakfasts, a Robin Hall Awards Lunch, and various concurrent and plenary sessions covering topics such as costing academy, workplace investigations, AI in the public sector, neurodiversity, pay equity, strike management, marijuana in the workplace, management styles, onboarding Gen Z, collective bargaining trends, FLSA updates, mentorship, class and comp studies, external law in arbitration, public safety chiefs and HR/LR professionals, free speech, employee experience, and succession planning. Attendees can also explore Charlotte and participate in social events like a networking social and a music bingo/celebration.
Sponsorship options
The National Public Employer Labor Relations Association (National PELRA) offers various sponsorship opportunities for its Annual Training Conference, including Full-Year Engagement Opportunities with 5 tiers: Exhibitor-only ($2,000), Bronze Supporter ($4,000), Copper Supporter ($6,000), Silver Sponsor ($8,000), Gold Sponsor ($12,000), and Title Sponsor ($17,500). These tiers offer different levels of benefits such as annual conference exhibiting opportunities, lead contact information for attendees, complimentary registrations, promotion and branding on the website and digital productions, and webinars. Specific benefits for each tier are detailed on the sponsorship page. In-kind services can also be considered to meet a specific tier.
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