NCPN CONNECT 2026
February 18–20, 2026 • Sheraton New Orleans Hotel
Includes updates on NCPN CONNECT 2026 and other NCPN programs
Join us for NCPN CONNECT 2026,
The Annual Conference of the National Career Pathways Network!
About NCPN CONNECT
For over 30 years, NCPN CONNECT has been bringing together educators, administrators, workforce professionals, and industry partners to strengthen the education-to-careers pipeline. Each year, hundreds gather to share insights, explore strategies, and advance practices in Career Pathways, Adult Career Pathways, CTE, and workforce development. Whether you’re new to the field or a seasoned leader, you’ll leave with fresh ideas, valuable connections, and practical strategies to support every learner’s success.
Benefits
- Discover proven strategies to align education, workforce development.
- Learn from national experts and innovators in the field.
- Gain practical tools and resources you can apply right away.
- Build a professional network of peers, employers, and partners.
- Explore emerging trends shaping the future of career pathways and learning.
Who Should Attend
NCPN CONNECT 2026 is ideal for:
- Community and technical college faculty, staff, and administrators
- Secondary educators and CTE professionals
- Adult educators
- Corrections educators
- Workforce development practitioners
- State and regional education agency staff
- Industry and employer partners
- Nonprofit and community-based organization representatives
Program
Explore engaging sessions organized into key strands, interactive workshops, and inspiring keynotes designed to help you put ideas into action. The program offers practical learning and professional networking opportunities throughout the conference.
Call for Proposals
Ready to share your expertise at NCPN CONNECT 2026? Our Call for Proposals opens this fall. Sign up below, and we’ll let you know when proposal submissions are officially open.
Registration
Registration for NCPN CONNECT 2026 will open soon. Join our interest list to be among the first to know when registration becomes available.
Questions?
Email us at NCPN2026@cord.org
