SGMP’s NEC is just around the corner, and we are looking forward to seeing everyone in St. Louis! Here is some useful information to make your trip more enjoyable. Remember to tag your NEC social media posts with our hashtags #NEC2025#sgmpignite #SGMPNEC2025.
FAQs
Download a PDF of the presentation here. We will post responses to FAQs here, so be sure to check back for updates.
New Information! SGMP will have a luggage storage area available to all conference attendees on Thursday morning. Please visit our registration desk for information on how to store your luggage.
2025 Conference Mobile App
This year’s conference will feature a convenient mobile app for tracking your schedule, claiming your CE credits, interacting with sponsors, and learning about speakers. Be sure to use code SGMPNEC2025 to choose the SGMP Event.
Hotel & Highlighted Events
Conference Facilities
The 2025 NEC will take place at the St. Louis Union Station Hotel. When you check into the hotel, be sure to let them know you’re with the SGMP group. Hotel staff will give you a special room key holder, sponsored by Discover Dunwoody, and direct you to the conference areas.
Navigating the NEC
If you’re new to SGMP, the NEC, or both, join uson Tuesday, May 6th from 4:15 – 5:00 PM for this pre-conference session. We’ll help make sure you know what you need to know to get the most out of your NEC experience!
Opening Reception
Our opening reception will take place in Midway East of the St. Louis Union Station Hotel at 6:00 – 8:00 PM. This year’s reception will feature an aquatic theme, so wear something fun! Special thanks to Explore St. Louis and the St. Louis Union Station Hotel for sponsoring our welcome reception.
Jump Start Your Day!
Jump start your day on Wednesday from 6:00 – 7:00 AM with SHARK YOGA sponsored by Wyndham Hotels. Meet in the lobby to proceed to the shark cove of the aquarium. There is NO COST or separate registration to attend this event; sign up in your registration form. We will have 2 sessions available at 6:00 AM and 6:30 AM and space is limited.
On Thursday, join us in the Lobby just before 6:00 AM for our walk to the St. Louis arch and back!
Giving Back: National Charity & Silent Auction
National Conference Charity
Make a difference this year during the 2025 NEC by supporting our national conference charity, True North of Columbia. The goal of True North is to provide all victims with safe housing, advocacy and support. This advocacy and support may encompass initial contact through continuous counseling, protection, housing assistance, and appropriate legal actions. SGMP and Hilton are happy to offer our support to this amazing charity that supports women and families. Donate in advance of the event, or feel free to donate onsite. Special thanks to Hilton for sponsoring our charity this year! Check out their wish list online to make a donation.
NEC Online Auction
SGMP’s Gilmer Institute of Learning is proud to raise funds for our NEC Scholarship program by hosting a Silent Auction at the NEC. You can place your online bids before and during the event at http://bforg.com/SGMP. The auction will close on May 8th at 10:00 AM CDT. Want to donate a Silent Auction item? Visit www.sgmp.org/silent-auction for more information on donations. The auction goes live on April 15 so be sure to check out the items available for bid!
What to Pack & CEU’s
Attire
Don’t forget to bring your party clothes for the opening reception! Our reception, sponsored by Explore St. Louis and the St. Louis Union Station Hotel, will feature an underwater theme! The conference sessions are business casual. For the Sam Gilmer Awards Reception and Dinner on Wednesday evening, attendees are encouraged to get fancy; however, this is NOT a requirement and business attire is acceptable.
CEU’s
The 2025 NEC has been approved for continuing education credit for both CGMP and CMP designations. CEU sheets will be available at registration in the NEC Hub and electronic credit tracking and certificates will be available. Instructions on how to claim your credits digitally will be reviewed in your first breakout session. Be sure to bring your personal mobile phone so you can track credits online.
Health & Safety
Currently, masks are not required to attend, however, if you prefer to wear a mask, please do. Please be prepared to adhere to any changes in local government policies.
For those in need of a lactation room, please reach out to us at the Registration Desk.
Accommodations
We are committed to providing equal access to this conference for all participants. If you need alternative formats or other reasonable accommodations, please contact our offices at [email protected] by close of business on Friday, May 2, 2025.
2025 Conference Mobile App