Modern Tides: Anchoring Tomorrow's Sucess

Online registration for CAJPA’s 2025 Annual Conference, taking place September 16–19 in Monterey, is now closed as of Thursday, August 28. Attendees who still wish to join us will need to register on-site at the conference. A big thank you to everyone who has already secured their spot.

Set along the breathtaking Central Coast, this year’s conference offers a brand-new setting for connection, collaboration, and fresh perspectives as we navigate Modern Tides: Anchoring Tomorrow’s Success. Get ready to network with peers, gain valuable insights, and be part of California’s largest gathering for JPA professionals.

We are looking forward to welcoming you to Monterey for CAJPA’s 2025 Annual Conference, September 16–19. For those already registered, keep an eye out for our “Know Before You Go” email next week with important details to help you prepare for the event. We also encourage you to download the Conference Guidebook App, proudly sponsored by Kaiser Permanente, to access the agenda, speaker bios, full list of sponsors and real-time updates during the conference.

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Same Great Conference - Fabulous New Location!

See you in Monterey at the Monterey Convention Center!

1 Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA 93940

The Monterey Conference Center is the focal point for welcoming and encouraging cultural and economic prosperity for the City of Monterey.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE NEW VENUE!

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Dr. Brandie Nonnecke

Founding Director, CITRIS Policy Lab | UC Berkeley

Kyle Scheele

Speaker & Author

Dr. Christopher Thornberg

Founding Partner, Beacon Economics

Golf Tournament

The CAJPA 37th Annual Frank James Invitational Golf Tournament benefiting the Joseph Farrell Memorial Scholarship.

Separate registration required. The 37th Annual Frank James Invitational Golf Tournament takes place on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.

Located on the stunning Monterey Peninsula, the Bayonet Black Horse Golf Course offers a championship-caliber experience with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Set atop rolling coastal terrain, this renowned course—originally designed for the military and later refined for elite play—features challenging fairways, strategic bunkering, and undulating greens that test golfers of all skill levels. With its rich history, dramatic elevation changes, and sweeping vistas, Bayonet Black Horse provides an unforgettable golf experience along California’s iconic coastline.

Seek the Coast. Shape Your Path.

Explore the treasures of California’s central coast and chart your own course to adventure. Monterey County’s cultural riches and iconic landscapes await, from the rugged coastlines of Big Sur to the world-renowned wonders of Monterey Bay Aquarium. Charming coastal towns and endless adventures await, beckoning generations of travelers back for romantic retreatsweekend getawaysfamily vacations and more. Choose your path, plan your Monterey County trip and get ready to stay inspired.

SEE MONTEREY!

Hotel Accommodations

Hotel room blocks with special group rates will be available at these hotels:

Portola Hotel and Spa
$349 plus taxes
Single/Double Occupancy*
King Bed or Two Queen Beds
*Additional person fee is $20 per room, per night.

Monterey Marriott
$349 plus taxes
Single/Double Occupancy
King Bed or Two Queen Beds

Hotel Pacific
$289 plus taxes
Single/Double Occupancy
King Bed or Two Queen Beds

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

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