CONNECT. ENGAGE. INSPIRE.
Join P&I for an exceptional gathering of the nation’s top plan sponsors and distinguished DC industry experts.
DC East 2027 — the defined contribution industry’s premier annual conference — brings together the nation’s leading plan sponsors, consultants, asset managers, recordkeepers, and policymakers to examine current best practice and the future of retirement savings. Over two-and-a-half days, this signature event features high-level panel discussions, senior-level peer-to-peer networking, and thought-provoking keynote presentations—all designed to provide a practical blueprint for today’s DC plan priorities and insights into what lies ahead.
The program opens with exclusive plan sponsor–only roundtables, offering candid, closed-door exchanges on the most pressing challenges in retirement plan management. At the main conference, sessions focus on current themes that matter most: regulatory and legal shifts, the evolving investment landscape, plan design and financial wellness programs. Sessions will spotlight the rise of new retirement income solutions, the impact of provider consolidation, the role of PEPs and hybrid structures, and the growing importance of alternatives. In addition, discussions on technology and personalization explore how employers can deliver greater participant engagement and improved long-term outcomes.
DC East — building on its 35+ year legacy — also spotlights the power of workforce culture and generational change. From cracking the Gen Z code to effective strategies for near retirees, the conference examines how employers can authentically connect with today’s diverse workforce while building sustainable programs for tomorrow. Even more, our annual Eddy Awards celebration showcases best-in-class approaches to participant education, giving you insights into innovative communications and engagement strategies.
AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS
Retirement Income Solutions
Financial Wellness
Investment Trends in DC
CONNECT. ENGAGE. INSPIRE.
Reconnect and network with your colleagues and industry experts together at Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa.
Engage with your peers, learn proven techniques for increasing employee engagement and improving participant outcomes.
Get inspired with new ways to drive successful outcomes for your DC Plans by plan sponsors and thought leaders leading the charge.