4PXP 3rd Annual Early Learning Conference Elevate Sponsors:

Location: Sophie B. Wright High School, 1426 Napoleon Ave. New Orleans, LA 70115

Pre-Conference: Thursday, July 31, 2025 (For ECE Providers/Owners/FCC & State & Advocacy Organizations)

What is the Pre Conference and What is included?

Join us for an exclusive deep dive into one of the biggest challenges in early childhood education today: compensation, benefits, and the economic pressures that create a “benefits cliff” for ECE professionals.

This high-impact day will bring together cross-sector leaders, changemakers, and innovators from across Louisiana and beyond to explore bold solutions and share real progress from the Louisiana Early Educator Investment Collaborative Workgroup.

What to Expect:

• A powerful keynote & activity to ground us in the issue

• Breakout sessions spotlighting best practices and local demonstration projects

• Interactive activities and working sessions designed to drive strategy and collaboration

• Opportunities to connect with peers and leaders who are transforming the ECE workforce

✨ Evening Bonus: Don’t miss the 7:00 PM Gumbo Talk with 4PXP Co-Founders Rochelle Wilcox & Kristi Givens, followed by a networking reception!

Conference: Friday, August 1 - Saturday, August 2, 2025 (For ECE Providers/Owners/FCC, Leadership/Admin, Teachers, Parents, Early Child Care Education Support Companies, and Vendors)

What is the Conference and What is included?

The 4PXP 3rd Annual Early Learning Conference is a premier event designed to empower, connect, and inspire ECE providers & owners, leaders, teachers, parents, advocates, and families in Early Childhood Education across two impactful days in New Orleans, LA.

Whether you're an early learning professional, a center leader, a passionate parent, or a community advocate, this conference is designed to Recharge Your Mind, Body, and Business - Amplify Your Impact. Advocate. Elevate. Thrive.

4PXP Early Learning Conference Video - The Why - Play Me > https://vimeo.com/1050245884

The For Providers By Providers Annual Early Learning Conference is not your typical professional development event - it's a high energy, retreat-style experience intentionally designed for early childhood education ecosystem.

Now in its third year, this statewide gathering offers two full days of education, inspiration, wellness, and purpose, all centered around equipping ECE professionals to lead with confidence, clarity, and care. 

What to Expect:

• Keynote Speakers:

  Be inspired by powerful keynote speakers who bring fresh perspectives, real-world experience, and transformational insights. Our general sessions are designed to energize the entire conference community—sparking collective vision, action, and purpose in the early childhood field.

What else to expect:

• 45+ Dynamic Workshops & Panel Sessions:

Real-time sessions focused on leadership, classroom excellence, family engagement, business management, financial strategy, policy & advocacy, self-care and personal growth.

• Wellness Activations:

From double dutch, yoga, stretching, skin consultations, massages, and mindfulness—we prioritize the well-being of the those that are taking care of our youngest learners and need to be taken care of as well.

• Exhibitor & Vendor Marketplace:

Explore a vibrant marketplace featuring tools for your center, classroom, and self-care. From curriculum and business services to body care, candles, and wellness products—there’s something for every provider, educator, and advocate.

• Networking That Feels Like Community:

Through our interactive Whova app, shared meals, and wellness breaks, attendees make genuine connections that last far beyond the conferenceWhy People Attend.

This conference has been called “transformative,” “refreshing,” and “exactly what I needed.”

Attendees walk away with:

• High-quality, actionable strategies for both personal and professional growth

• A renewed sense of purpose, clarity, and capacity

• Tangible resources for business sustainability and self-care

• New partnerships and a deeper connection to Louisiana’s ECE movement

Many have shared that—for the first time—they felt truly poured into, not just trained or talked at.

Designed for All Roles in Early Care and Education whether you are a:

• Provider

• Director or Administrative Leader

• Teacher

• Parent

You’ll find content and connection tailored to your needs—and leave recharged and ready to thrive.

Ticket Info & What’s Included - All tickets include:

• Access to both days of Conference sessions  (Aug 1–2)

• Up to 12 Pathway Credits (daily check-in required)

• Breakfast & lunch both days

• A premium SWAG bag with T-shirt and accessories

• FREE on-site childcare for the first 50 registrants (CLOSED - Reached Capacity)

Free and Discounted rates are available for 4PXP Members, Tier 2 and above. To learn more about membership benefits and to sign up visit: https://forprovidersbyproviders.org/become-a-member

Amplify Your Impact. Advocate. Elevate. Thrive.

For Providers By Providers (4PXP) is a statewide provider led non profit organization powered by Louisiana’s leaders in Early Care and Education (ECE). We champion the success and sustainability of Louisiana’s Type III Early Learning Centers and Family Child Care Homes by enhancing the quality of Early Care and Education through policy advocacy, professional development, wealth building, business acumen, and networking.

4PXP’s philosophy is simple and powerful: We are building a movement of empowered leaders in Early Care and Education. 4PXP lifts provider voices and brings their concerns to the decision makers who shape the systems that affect their work. We advocate on behalf of providers to ensure meaningful change and representation and empower them to advocate for themselves. For us, by us. Nothing about us without us.

Our work is guided by five foundational pillars: Advocate, Educate, Empower, Collaborate, Outcomes

4PXP hosts the Early Learning Conference - Recharge Your Mind, Body, and Business because it brings our mission to life - creating space for ECE leaders, staff, parents, and the community to learn, connect, and grow. This year’s theme is Amplify Your Impact: Advocate. Elevate. Thrive.

If you are a ECE Provider & Owner and need support purchasing your tickets email natashia.george@forprovidersbyproviders.org