Agenda

Join us at the CSF 2025 Annual Conference, where we will explore innovative strategies and trends in the 529 plan industry. This year’s theme, “Expanding 529s to Fuel the Future,” focuses on collaborative efforts to address the challenges families face in financing college education.

Highlights of the Conference:

  • Educational Sessions: Gain insights from experts on the following topics:
    • Legislative/Political Landscape: Reflection on New Administration/Bipartisanship 
    • Marketing: Innovative Ideas to Reach Employers, Residents, etc. 
    • Capital Markets 
    • Re-engaging Advisors–Growing the 529 Advisor–Sold Market by Overcoming Industry Challenges 
    • Performance Marketing 
    • Roundtable Discussions 
    • Financial Aid New Process/Forms 
    • Best Practices (pros from State to Private sector, or Private to State/Public) 
    • Reaching Underserved Communities 
    • Data Update 
    • MSRB discussion
  • Roundtable Discussions: Engage in interactive discussions on best practices and new processes in financial aid.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers during receptions and optional activities (NEW THIS YEAR) like a walking tour and pickleball tournament.

Tentative Agenda

(as of November 18, 2024)

Tuesday, March 4, 2025

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm                    Optional Activities: Walking Tour OR Pickleball Tournament
Stay tuned for more details & registration.

2:00 pm – 5:30 pm                    Registration Desk Open

3:30 pm – 5:00 pm                    CSF Board Meeting

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm                    Opening Reception and Wine Tasting

Wednesday, March 5, 2025

7:00 am – 5:00 pm                    Registration Desk Open

7:30 am – 8:30 am                    Breakfast

8:30 am – 9:30 am                    Welcome and Keynote

9:30 am – 12:00 pm                  Educational Sessions

12:00 pm – 1:15 pm                  Lunch

1:15 pm – 4:30 pm                    Educational Sessions

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm                    Evening Reception

Thursday, March 6, 2025

7:00 am – 12:15 pm                  Registration Desk Open

7:30 am – 8:30 am                   Breakfast

8:30 am –12:00 pm                   Educational Sessions