BPA National Leadership Conference
May 7-11, 2025 (Orlando, Florida)
View the 2025 Conference Preview GuideView the Official NLC Schedule of EventsDownload the Official NLC App
NLC 2025 Livestream Recordings
Opening Session
National Honor Awards Ceremony
Post-Secondary Grand Awards
Middle Level/Secondary Grand Awards
Get Involved at NLC
Join the NLC judges’ panel and help shape the future of business leaders!
Are you an Ambassador Torch Award recipient interested in participating in the solemn Torch Ceremony at NLC? Appy here to recite a speaking part!
Showcase your business, product, and services to thousands of students and educators from across the country in one key location!
Alumni members are welcome and encouraged to attend NLC 2025! Whether you want to take part in conference activities as an attendee or give back as a conference volunteer, check out the Alumni Registration page for available options.
Are you a dynamic speaker interested in sharing your experiences and expertise? Consider presenting a workshop at the National Leadership Conference.
Showcase your creativity with conference attendees! Submit a design that could be made into the official pin for the 2025 National Leadership Conference! Click here to download the rules and more information.
Unleash your voice, seize the spotlight! Join the BPA National Anthem Contest at the National Leadership Conference!
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Planning Guide
| Estimated Costs of Attendance | |
|---|---|
| Registration | $125 |
| Travel | $475 |
| Hotel (4 nights quad occupancy) | $331 |
| Meals (5 days) | $250 |
| Tours | $175 |
| Miscellaneous | $135 |
| Per Attendee Estimate | $1,491 |
Airline Discounts
BPA has partnered with three airlines to offer discounted airfare on a variety of flight options for attendees of the 2025 National Leadership Conference. The discounts range by carrier, generally between 2%-10% based on the fare class at time of booking. Specific airline information and booking instructions, as well as ground transportation options in Orlando, can be found on the NLC Transportation page.
NLC Webinars
Not sure where to start? Advisors are encouraged to watch the archived "NLC Advisor Orientation" webinar hosted by Jonathan Smith, BPA's Director of Strategic Programs & Experiences. In this webinar, advisors will gain insights on how to start the planning process for chapters to attend NLC, learn more about the registration process, and what to expect when in Orlando.
Interested to see what this year's NLC has to offer? Members are encouraged to watch the archived "Exploring the 2025 National Leadership Conference" webinar where the 2024-2025 Executive Council shares a sneak-peek on all the offerings and opportunities in store for attendees this May.
Gaylord Palms & Convention Center
- Address: 6000 W. Osceola Pkwy, Kissimmee, FL 34746
- Website: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/mcogp-gaylord-palms-resort-and-convention-center/overview/
- Rate: $289 per night ($331 including taxes/fees)
- States: FL, IA, ID, IN, KS, MI, MT, NM, TX
Omni ChampionsGate
- Address: 1500 Masters Blvd, Championsgate, FL 33896
- Website: https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/orlando-championsgate
- Rate: $249 per night ($286 including taxes/fees)
- States: IL, MA, MN, OK, SC
Orlando World Center Marriott
- Address: 8701 World Center Drive, Orlando, FL 32821
- Website: https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/mcowc-orlando-world-center-marriott/overview/
- Rate: $269 per night ($303 including taxes/fees)
- States: AK, DE, OH, WI | China, PR, Independent Chapters
