You’re invited to the RGEA 2025 Fall Conference in Asheville!
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 | 8:30 am – 2:00 pm
The Crowne Plaza® Hotel Asheville
1 Resort Drive | Asheville, NC
Join us for this FREE event to meet other state and local government retirees. Hear experts on your health and retirement plans, pension and Social Security, and a special presentation from Buncombe County Manager Avril Pinder. Talk with representatives from AMBA, SECU, Civic, and many local agencies serving retirees in Western NC. The program includes a catered lunch, giveaways, and door prizes!
Space is limited. Click the link below to register by September 12, 2025, or call the office RGEA office at 800-356-1190.
There is no cost for you and one guest to attend, but you must register in advance.
GRAND PRIZE FOR MEMBERS ONLY!
RGEA members and associate members will be entered in a raffle for the Grand Prize: Win an Annual Pass to the Biltmore® & One Ticket to the King Tut Exhibition! Enjoy unlimited daytime visits to Biltmore House, year-round access to 8,000 acres of gardens and grounds, plus special discounts on guest admission, tours, estate dining, lodging and shops. Another winner will receive a $50 Gift Card for a Biltmore® Experience!
To enter the grand prize drawing, you must be a current RGEA member. Must pre-register for the conference and be present to win. Need to join or renew your membership? Go online to rgea.info/membership-form or call our office at 1-800-356-1190.
AGENDA:
8:30–10:00 a.m.
Check-in, Continental Breakfast & Exhibitor Fair
8:45–9:25 a.m.
Wellness Workshops (optional)
- Tai Chi and Falls Prevention led by Ellen Bailey,
NC Center for Health & Wellness, UNC Asheville - Hydration & Celebration led by Brookdale Senior Living
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Conference Program & Catered Buffet Lunch
Learn about legislation that impacts you, and get the latest information from our partners from AMBA, CIVIC,
NC Senior Medicare Patrol, SECU, and the State Health Plan.
2:00 p.m.
Wrap-up & Door Prizes
