NCPN CONNECT 2027 CALL FOR PROPOSALS

Thank you for your interest in presenting at NCPN Connect 2027.

We look forward to receiving your submission.

IMPORTANT DATES

October 16 —Proposal submission deadline
November 6 — Notification of acceptance
December 11 — Presenter registration deadline

2027 Call for Proposals

Key Presenter Information

First Name *

Middle Initial

Last Name *

Job Title *

Organization *

Address *

Address

City

State/Province

Zip/Postal

Country

Phone *

(Please include extension if necessary.)

Email *

Confirm Email *

Presentation Information

Session Strands

Please select all that apply.

Strand 1

PATHWAY ECOSYSTEM

Building Systems That Deliver Results
Strong career pathways are built within connected ecosystems that align education, workforce, employer, and community partners around shared outcomes. This strand focuses on creating sustainable systems that expand opportunity and strengthen regional economies.

Cross-agency partnerships at the local, regional, tribal, or state level
Education, workforce, and economic development collaboration
Data-driven decision making and continuous improvement
Leveraging Perkins, WIOA, Adult Education, and other funding sources
Sustaining partnerships beyond grant funding
Scaling successful pathway models and practices

Strand 2

EMPLOYER ENGAGEMENT

Industry as a Co-Leader in Talent Development

High-quality pathways are developed with employers, not simply for employers. This strand highlights innovative approaches to engaging industry partners in the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of career pathways.

Strategic employer partnerships
Business and Industry Leadership Teams (BILT)
Work-based learning, internships, and externships
Apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs
Employer-led curriculum and competency development
Developing regional talent pipelines

Strand 3

PATHWAY DESIGN

Creating Pathways That Lead to Opportunity

Career pathways must be responsive to both learner aspirations and workforce demand. This strand focuses on designing, implementing, and improving pathways that lead to industry-valued credentials, continued education, and high-quality careers.

Credentials of value and labor market alignment
Stackable credential and micro-credential pathways
Dual enrollment, dual credit, and articulated credit models
Credit for prior learning
Integrated Education and Training (IET)
Workforce Pell and innovative funding strategies
Pathways for emerging and evolving industries

Strand 4

LEARNER SUPPORTS

Building Pathways for Learner Success
Career pathways succeed when learners have access to the guidance, resources, and supports needed to navigate education and employment transitions. This strand emphasizes learner-centered strategies that help individuals persist, complete, and advance.

Career coaching, advising, and navigation
Career awareness and exploration
Supporting adult learners and career changers
Holistic and wraparound support services
Recruitment, persistence, and retention strategies
Supporting special populations and underserved learners

Title of Presentation *

Maximum: 12 words. The title should clearly communicate presentation content.

0 of 12 max words

Description of Presentation *

Maximum: 50 words. Describe what attendees will learn, how they will benefit, and the practical tools, strategies, or insights they will take away from your session. Presentations should be relevant to a national audience and provide transferable practices that can be adapted across different settings and communities. Priority will be given to sessions that are interactive, engaging, and offer clear, actionable takeaways. This description will appear in the conference program and should accurately reflect the content of your presentation.

0 of 50 max words

Abstract *

Maximum: 100 words. Provide a brief summary of what you plan to accomplish in your session and how you will present it. Describe what attendees can take away and apply to their community/state context. This information will not be published but is used to evaluate presentation quality.

0 of 100 max words

Will this session be presented in panel format? *

Yes

Audiovisual Equipment

An LCD projector, Internet, screen, sound for laptop, and microphone (as needed) will be provided in each meeting room. Presenters must provide their own laptop.

Target Audience:

Check all that apply.

Secondary Education - Middle School

Secondary Education - High School

Postsecondary Education

Adult Education

Workforce Development

Employer

Audience Position:

Check all that apply.

Instructor

Counselor

Administrator

Staff

Employer

Content Level *

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Will your session promote a product or service that is commercially available from you or a company you represent? *

Yes

If yes, which company? (For-profit companies presenting to promote a product or service must include at least one practitioner (product user) as co-presenter and are also required to exhibit.)

Presentations by vendors or for-profit consultants must include at least one practitioner (product user) as co-presenter and are also required to exhibit.

List one major conference at which you have presented within the past 3 years.

Reference Information

Please provide the name and email address for someone who can attest to the quality of your proposed session and presentation skills.

Name of Reference *

Name of Reference

First

Last

Reference Email *

All presenters are required to register for the conference by December 11, 2026.

Co-presenters

Do you have any co-presenters? *

If you have co-presenters please tell us how many and complete their information below.

Co-presenter Information (3 max)

Click the "Add" button at the bottom of this section to enter up to three co-presenters.

Student Presenter?

Yes

Co-presenter Name

Co-presenter Job Title

Co-presenter Organization

Co-presenter Address

Co-presenter Address

City

State/Province

Zip/Postal

Country

Co-presenter Phone

Co-presenter Email

Confirm Co-presenter Email

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Presenter Responsibilities

Presenter Responsibilities

Register for the conference by December 11, 2026 and attend in person.
Presenters, and co-presenters if applicable, are responsible for their own travel arrangements, expenses including hotel, and registration fees.
Presenters must provide their own laptop.
Presenters must provide any materials or handouts needed for their sessions.
Key presenters are responsible for communicating with co-presenters.

I have read and understand the presenter responsibilities. *

I agree

I agree to present in any time slot to which I'm assigned on Friday, February 19 or Saturday, February 20, 2027 (Conference ends at noon)

I agree

Special Accommodations
If you or a co-presenter requires special accommodations due to a disability, please describe the type of accommodation needed.

If you are human, leave this field blank.