PAR’s 2026 Annual Conference & Luncheon

April 30, 2026 / 10 a.m. / Crowne Plaza, Baton Rouge 

Thank you to everyone that attended and supported PAR’s 2026 Annual Conference & Luncheon! It was an amazing day connecting with fellow professionals, discussing the state’s workforce development plans and hearing from our keynote speaker, Casey Mock. Check out moments from the conference and the schedule of events below. 

Conference Schedule

9:30 a.m.

Board and Membership Meeting

10 a.m. 

Morning Panel: Growing Louisiana’s Workforce

  • Richard Nelson, Louisiana Community and Technical College System President
  • Kim Hunter Reed, Commissioner of Higher Education
  • Susana Schowen, Louisiana Works Secretary
  • John Wyble, State Representative

11:30 a.m.

Patrons Reception – Sponsored by Entergy 

 

12 p.m. 

Luncheon & Address

  • from Keynote Speaker Casey Mock

Morning Panel: Growing Louisiana’s Workforce

PAR, higher education leaders and state officials answered questions from the audience and discussed Louisiana’s workforce development and preparations for the next generation of workforce needs. 

Patron Reception – Sponsored by Entergy

As conference reception sponsor and valued PAR member, Entergy graciously provided mimosas and appetizers to conference attendees before the luncheon. 

Luncheon & Address from Keynote Speaker Casey Mock

Casey Mock serves as Senior Policy Advisor to social psychologist Jonathan Haidt and the national movement behind The Anxious Generation, focusing on how digital technologies shape youth well-being and democratic trust. At PAR’s Conference, Casey examined the roots and consequences of today’s intense political polarization, tracing how party sorting, social media and emerging artificial intelligence have deepened civic division.
Download: Sponsorships, Tables or Tickets Registration Form
Download: Sponsorship Information Packet

Sponsorship Levels

Presenting Sponsor

$5,000
  • Logo and company write up on 5,000 invitations and programs
  • Prominent acknowledgment in PAR’s Newsletter which is emailed to more than 4,000 civic-minded individuals and public officials
  • Logo on signage in the conference registration area and on each table in the ballroom
  • A reserved table for 10 in a prime location at the luncheon
  • Sponsorship announced from the podium at the beginning and closing of the program
  • Company recognition on rolling credits in the luncheon ballroom
  • Invitation to a private reception with the keynote speaker prior to the start of the luncheon
  • Sponsor mention in PAR’s social media event promotion
  • Recognition included in event e-communications
  • Invitation to and recognition at the Conference Kickoff Reception the evening prior to the conference

Supporting Sponsor

$2,500
  • Logo on 5,000 invitations and programs
  • Acknowledgment in PAR’s Newsletter which is emailed to more than 4,000 civic-minded individuals and public officials
  • Logo on signage in the conference registration area and on each table in the ballroom
  • A reserved table for 10 at the luncheon
  • Sponsorship announced from the podium at the beginning and closing of the program
  • Company recognition on rolling credits in the luncheon ballroom
  • Invitation to a private reception with the keynote speaker prior to the start of the luncheon
  • Sponsor mention in PAR’s social media event promotion
  • Recognition included in event e-communications
  • Invitation to and recognition at the Conference Kickoff Reception the evening prior to the conference

Gold Sponsor

$1,250
  • Luncheon table for 10 (includes admission)
  • Listing on invitations
  • Patron reception with keynote speaker
  • Priority luncheon seating
  • Special signage recognition at Conference & Luncheon
  • Recognition in program

Silver Sponsor

$950
  • Luncheon table for 10 (includes admission)
  • Listing on invitations
  • Signage recognition at Conference & Luncheon
  • Recognition in program

Annual Conference 2026 Registration

PAR is grateful for the overwhelming support we received for our 2026 Annual Conference and enjoyed coming together for an unforgettable event. Thank you for helping make this year’s conference a success. PAR appreciates your continued support. 

If you weren’t table to secure a table this year, we have shared highlights and updates from the event, and we look forward to connecting with you in the future.