GPC Conference 2025

GPC Chair's Invitation

As Chair of the Gift Planning Council, I warmly invite you to join us for the 2025 GPC Conference, to be held November 13–14 at the Church Office Building in Salt Lake City. This biennial gathering brings together estate-planning and philanthropic professionals in a spirit of learning, fellowship, and faith.

Our theme draws inspiration from Doctrine and Covenants 128:22: “Shall we not go on in so great a cause? Go forward and not backward. Courage … and on, on to the victory!” These words remind us that our professional expertise can serve a higher purpose—strengthening families, building the kingdom, and blessing future generations.

With presentations from Church leaders and nationally recognized professionals on topics such as stewardship, temple projects, estate and tax planning, and business succession, this year’s conference promises both timely education and spiritual renewal. Whether attending in person or virtually, you will find opportunities for growth, connection, and inspiration.

I invite you to join us and “go forward” with courage in this great cause.

- David M. Grant, Chair

Conference Speakers

Confirmed so far:

• Leaders from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (more information forthcoming)
• Tanise Chung-Hoon, Managing Director, Philanthropies department, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
• Charles Andersen, Managing Director, Headquarters Facilities department, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
  Topic: Temple Square projects and the 2027 Open House
• Martin M. Shenkman, CPA, MBA, JD
  Topics: Religion and Estate Planning; Estate Planning Developments, Tips and Nuggets
• Alyssa Depew, JD, LLM, Taxation, Kirton McConkie. Topic: Business Exit Strategies
• Trevor Whiting, Founding Attorney, Dana Whiting Law (AZ). Topic: Tax and Legislative Update
• Marcus Johnson, CFP, Vice President, Johnson Financial. Topic: Stewardship
• Karin Hardy, JD, CTFA, AFIM ®
• Jason and Debbie Johnson, Philanthropists

Registration to start in late September.

Conference Pricing

For virtual participants, it will be a flat $125 for both days.