2025 NTPA Annual Conference
Minneapolis, MN | June 16 & 17, 2025
About the Event
The 2025 National Test Prep Association Annual Conference is designed to empower attendees with cutting-edge insights, innovative strategies, and practical tools to excel in the evolving test prep industry. With a strong emphasis on professional development, robust networking, and community building, this event is essential for anyone dedicated to guiding students toward academic success.
About the Venue
For the 2025 NTPA Annual Conference, we’re hosting at Windows at Marquette – an exclusive 50th-floor venue featuring expansive windows, abundant natural light, and stunning city views. This elegant, modern space is just steps from premier dining and cultural attractions, promising a memorable experience.
Conference Agenda
Conference check-in will begin at 10:30 am on Monday, June 16th. Sessions will then begin at 12:00 pm and conclude at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, June 17th.
Monday, June 16, 2025
10:00am – Women of NTPA
11:00am – Lunch On Your Own
12:00pm – Conference Kickoff
12:10pm – Tutoring 2.0: The Path to Professional Certification and Legitimacy
Dan Lerman, The League of Exceptional Tutors
1:00pm – Finding the Right Path for Your Test Prep Future
Panel
2:10pm – The High-Performance Tutor: Build the Inner Foundation for Lasting Impact and Resilience*
Dr. Ben Bernstein, Performance Psychologist
2:10pm – From Founder to Frontrunner: Leveraging LinkedIn to Magnetize Partnerships, Parent Leads, and Industry Authority*
Josh Chernikoff
3:00pm – NTPA Updates
4:10pm – Supporting Students To and Through the SAT
Maureen Forman and Alaina Santos, College Board
5:30pm – Group Photo
6:00pm – Happy Hour
7:00pm – Conference Dinner
8:00pm – Karaoke
Tuesday, June 17, 2025
8:00am – Conference Breakfast
9:00am – ACT Updates
Andrew Taylor, ACT
9:50am – Your Hiring Roadmap: From Posting to Performance*
Lisa Marker Robbins, Flourish Coaching
9:50am – Beyond Hourly Rates: Design Irresistible Packages That Spark Results and Revenue*
Gretchen Wegner, Anti-Boring Learning Lab
11:10am – ACT Fast Math and Calculator Programming*
Tony Miglio, NKY Tutoring
11:10am – SAT Reading: Read What You Need – And No More*
Kate Fisher, Kate Fisher Tutoring
12:00pm – Conference Lunch
1:20pm – NTPA Masterminds
Eric Hahn, Premier College Prep
2:10pm – Communicating the Value of Testing to Parents and Students
David Blobaum, Summit Prep, Brian Eufinger, Edison Prep, and Ben Sexton, Sexton Test Prep & Tutoring
3:15pm – Building Partnerships with IECs*
Alexandra Wax, Pathway Admissions
3:15pm – The Career Tutor: Training and Retaining Top Talent*
Aaron Golumbfskie, Prepmatters
4:05pm – The Power of a Calm Mind: Integrating EF into Test Prep
Dr. Anita Hasni Mohammad, Zen Edge Coaching
4:55pm – Conquering the Mental Game: Assessment & Strategies for Test-Taking Success
Claire Russell, Russell Tutoring & Consulting
5:45pm – Closing Remarks
* designates a split session.
Agenda is subject to change.
What Past Attendees Are Saying
“It was not only fantastic and informative, but it really had something for every type of test prep business.”
“I left the conference with a list of fifteen things I could do better. All the results of listening to panelists and picking the brains of people who do things better than I do.”
“I come out of each NTPA conference with actionable advice that leads to thousands of dollars.”
“The sessions were surprisingly fantastic and very useful/practical, even though my tutoring company does not currently conduct much test prep.
The community of like minded companies who are willing to share and exchange info has been great to interact with.”
Hotel and Travel Info
Hotel Information
The Marquette Hotel
710 S Marquette Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Booking information will be provided after registration. Conference attendees and sponsors can book at the NTPA Conference rate of $229/night, and the rate is valid through May 16, 2025.
Travel Information
The Marquette Hotel is centrally located in downtown Minneapolis, offering seamless access to the METRO light rail system and nearby bus routes. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is approximately 10 miles away, with Uber/Lyft fares generally ranging from $25 to $35 depending on traffic and time of day. For those driving, the Marquette offers 24-hour in-and-out self-parking for $38 per night.
Registration Fees
Updated 4/8/2025 – Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, we’re able to decrease conference fees across the board. Those who’ve already registered will receive refunds to reflect the discount!
NTPA Members
Early Bird (through 4/30) – $650 $475
Regular (5/1 through 5/31) – $700 $545
Late (6/1 or after) – $750 $645
Non-Members
Regular (through 5/31) – $825 $675
Late (6/1 or after) – $875 $775
Day Passes
Members: Monday $300, Tuesday $250
Non-members: Monday $375, Tuesday $300
Members should log in to take advantage of discounted member pricing.
Join Us in Minneapolis!
Don’t miss out on the premier annual event for test preparation professionals. Register now to secure your spot at the 2025 NTPA Annual Conference. Whether you’re sponsoring, presenting, or simply attending, our conference offers unparalleled opportunities for learning and networking.
Showcase Your Business
Are you a business or service provider? Reach out to us to discover how you can engage with our conference by showcasing your offerings in our exhibit area, connecting with our audience, or sponsoring a meal or activity.