Indiana Non-Public Educators’ Conference
Keynote Speakers
Gerry Brooks
Back by popular demand, we are thrilled to welcome back INPEC 2021 keynote speaker, Gerry Brooks!
Gerry Brooks is a veteran educator in Lexington, Kentucky. His educational experience includes six years in the classroom, two years as an intervention specialist, and 12 years as an administrator.
He is a passionate public speaker whose focus is on encouraging and helping teachers improve their instructional abilities. He also has a desire to help administrators successfully lead their staff.
An encouraging speaker, he has spoken to educational groups all around the nation. His focus is on encouraging teachers to improve their instruction through personal climate and culture strategies. He desires to help administrators focus on how to lead all staff in a positive and constructive manner.
His following on social media has developed through humorous videos that focus on real-world educational experiences. He is currently followed on these social media sites by over 500,000 people.
We are excited to have Gerry return as our INPEC keynote speaker on Thursday, September 18, 2025.
Kim Bearden
We are excited that our INPEA members voted to invite INPAC 2022 keynote speaker, Kim Bearden, to join us at INPEC 2025!
Kim Bearden is the cofounder, executive director, and language arts teacher at the highly acclaimed Ron Clark Academy, an innovative middle school and educator-training facility in Atlanta. More than 115,000 educators from around the world have visited Kim’s classroom and have attended her workshops to learn better ways to engage students, promote academic excellence, build relationships, and create a climate and culture for success.
Throughout her career, Kim has received numerous accolades, such as being inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame. She was chosen from over 70,000 nominations to be honored as the Disney American Teacher Awards Outstanding Humanities Teacher, and the Milken Family Foundation selected her to receive the Award for Excellence in Education. She is the winner of the InfluencHer Award, the University of Georgia Outstanding Educator Award, and the Turknett Character Award for Servant Leadership. Mercedes-Benz recognized her in their Greatness Lives Here campaign, and Women Works Media Group has named her one of Georgia’s Most Powerful and Influential Women.
Over the past thirty-six years, she has been a teacher, instructional lead teacher, curriculum director, school board member, staff development trainer, and middle-school principal. Kim is also a wife, mom, and bestselling author of three books: Crash Course, Talk to Me, and Fight Song: Six Steps to Passion, Power, Peace, and Purpose.
We are excited to welcome back Kim Bearden as our INPEC 2025 keynote speaker on Friday, September 19, 2025.
2025 REGISTRATION FEES
Early Bird Rates
(Registrations received by August 22, 2025)
| INPEA Member | $190 per registrant |
| Non-Member | $260 per registrant |
| University Student | $40 per registrant |
| Spouse | $40 per registrant |
INPEA Member Group Registration Discount
To receive the group discount, all registrations must be received by August 22, 2025. Only INPEA member schools are eligible for the group discount.
| 1-10 Registrants | $190 per registrant |
| 11-25 Registrants | $180 per registrant |
| 26+ Registrants | $165 per registrant |
Standard Rates
(Registrations received after August 22, 2025)
| INPEA Member | $240 per registrant |
| Non-Member | $290 per registrant |
| University Student | $40 per registrant |
| Spouse | $40 per registrant |
2025 Conference Agenda
Thursday, September 18 |
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| 7:00am – 4:00pm | Registration |
| 8:30am – 10:15am | General Session |
| 10:30am – 11:30am | Sectional #1 |
| 11:30am – 4:00pm | Trade Show and Networking |
| 1:00pm – 2:00pm | Sectional #2 |
| 2:45pm | Scavenger Hunt prize drawing |
| 3:15pm – 4:15pm | Sectional #3 |
| 4:30pm | Catholic Eucharistic Liturgy |
| 4:30pm | Christian Worship Service |
Friday, September 19 |
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| 7:30am – 1:00pm | Registration |
| 8:00am – 9:30am | General Session |
| 9:30am – 12:30pm | Trade Show and Networking |
| 10:30am – 11:30am | Sectional #4 |
| 11:50am | Scavenger Hunt prize drawing |
| 12:30pm – 1:30pm | Sectional #5 |
Rooted in a Legacy of Learning
The Indiana Non-Public Educators’ Conference (INPEC) is a biennial conference featuring experienced, engaging speakers, 100 educational sessions and a varied and enticing trade show for all educators, preschool through high school. INPEC attracts approximately 2,000 Indiana educators representing buyers and influencers with the potential to purchase millions of dollars in products or services. Exhibit at INPEC 2023 for exclusive access to these key decision makers and discover how, when, and why they make their buying decisions.
You are a vital aspect of the conference. We provide the venue, include tradeshow activities and special sessions, allow time on the agenda and permit exhibitors to create the dynamics that attract attendees.
INPEA invites you to exhibit at this biennial Conference: Rooted in a Legacy of Learning. The conference explores today’s most important educational issues and solutions from conception to actualization and equips educators with innovative learning opportunities for their students. Don’t delay! Submit your application to reserve your space today.
WHY EXHIBIT?
- Demonstrate the value your company offers to non-public schools
- Generate new leads and increase sales as your conference plan elevates you above others
- Opt for additional brand visibility to increase your competitive advantage
- Promote your strategic message about your products and services to thought leaders in non-public schools
- Attendee engagement game (scavenger hunt) will draw attendees to your booth when you participate
BENEFITS
- Tradeshow is open 7.5 hours
- Complimentary exhibitor registrations; 2 per 10’ x 10’ booth
- Additional exhibitor registration discount – $50 each
- Company and booth number listings in Digital Conference program and mobile app
- 50-word company description in the Digital Conference program and mobile app
- Participate in the attendee scavenger hunt to direct traffic to your booth
- Complimentary post-conference attendee mailing address list
SCAVENGER HUNT
To assure attendees visit your booth, donate a personal item (gift card, event tickets, movie ticket package, etc.) for a prize drawing with a value of $100 or more and your company and booth number will be included on a form distributed to attendees. Attendees will visit your booth and engage in a brief conversation to receive a chance to win one of the prizes offered. The option to participate is limited. Engage in this activity to increase traffic to your booth.
TARGET AUDIENCE
Attendees include Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle School, Secondary/Higher Education Teachers, Superintendents, Principals, Administrators, Counselors, Teacher Assistants, Library Media Specialists, Pastors, and more.
Conference Hotels
Conference attendees and exhibitors are responsible for booking their own accommodations. INPEC 2025 hotel reservations can be made at the links below. Hotel reservations should be made by September 3, 2025.
Embassy Suites
https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/indwwes-90f-f848addd-694d-478f-af7a-2b343d0d4bf0/
Use Group Code 90F and Group Name INPEA CON
Hyatt Regency
https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/INDRI/G-INP5
Use Group Code G-INP5
Westin Indianapolis
https://book.passkey.com/go/INNONPUBLICEDU
There will be construction in front of the Westin in September 2025. For more information, click here.
Sponsor/Exhibitor Conference Registration
Details coming soon!
Need Help?
Conference Questions – Attendees
Email registration questions to [email protected]
Email hotel questions to: [email protected]
Email registration and hotel cancellations to: [email protected]
Call: 317-236-7329
Conference Questions – Exhibitors and Sponsors
Email: [email protected]
Call: 317-713-1560 (Exhibit and Sponsor inquiries ONLY)