CalPERS Educational Forum

Educational Forum 2025

Keynote Speaker Announced

Meet Bestselling Author Erin Stafford at this year's Educational Forum.

Date

October 13–15, 2025

Location

JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort, Palm Desert

About the Event

The CalPERS Educational Forum is the must-attend annual event for our employer partners like you. 

Our three-day event is tailored to your needs: educating, informing, and inspiring you, your employees, and your agency.

During our information-packed Educational Forum, you will:

  • Engage — Discover CalPERS resources, participate in insightful workshops, schedule personal consultations, and interact with our exhibits to make the most of your experience.
  • Network — Create one-on-one connections with CalPERS experts and hundreds of agency professionals from across the state.
  • Celebrate — Honor outstanding contributions of California public employees with our Spotlight on Excellence Award. 

Connect With Us

Contact us at calpers_educational_forum@calpers.ca.gov with questions or to be added to our email list, and get Educational Forum updates by following us on social media and using the hashtag #CalPERSEdF.