Education Convocation.
September 29-October 1, 2026 | Baltimore, MD
Attendee information.
See You In Baltimore, Where Great Minds Flock Together!
Fall Leadership Conference
Home to Education Convocation, Young Agents Leadership Institute and the Board Meeting.
Connect. Collaborate. Cultivate. Celebrate.

Connect
Focused and intimate, this small-scale meeting delivers significant value by bringing education professionals together in a personal and engaging environment.

Collaborate

Cultivate Relationships
If your company is interested in being a part of Education Convocation, contact Ines Hoyle to discuss the available opportunities.

Celebrate
We look forward to the Excellence in Insurance Education Awards Luncheon with state and special recognition.
Benefits.
First-time attendees are invited to join the Welcome Reception early and will be identified by a badge color.
Valuable networking time with fellow education professionals and national staff.
Exposure to new business opportunities abound.
Recognition at the Excellence in Insurance Education Awards.
Networking Lounge is available for one-on-one or small group sidebar meetings.
Groupsite coordination where state association education staff can organize ride sharing and pre-plan their conference visits.
Custom Sessions and Breakouts to spend time and topics of most value to you.
User group meetings to meet contacts and state users.
Highlights.
- WebCE
- Risk & Insurance Education Alliance
- Agent and Broker Group, The Institutes
Welcome to Baltimore! Make new friends and greet the ones you know!
- Welcome Session with Big “I” Leadership
- ABEN – Agents and Brokers Education Network
- Idea Swap Meet and Gift Exchange
- Marketing
- Education Content Creation “How To” Tips
- E&O with Swiss Re’s Annette Ardler
5 Common People Problems Management Mistakes and How Not To Make Them – Claudia St. John
Claudia St. John, SHRM-SCP, SPHR is a keynote speaker, bestselling author, and the Founder and CEO of The Workplace AdvisorsTM, a leading HR consulting, recruiting, and training firm specializing in equipping businesses with the consulting support and people skills they need to grow.
She is an SPHR (Senior Professional in HR), SHRM-SCP (SHRM Senior Certified Professional), and Certified Professional Behavioral Analyst who empowers organizations with evidence-backed insights, so they can navigate the evolving landscape of talent acquisition, engagement, and retention with confidence and foresight.
Work Isn’t Meant To Love You – Jenn Urso
Jenn Urso is a certified executive coach and founder of The Leadership Project, a professional development company that helps leaders to explore, evolve and excel in today’s world of work. Jenn focuses on performance coaching, giving leaders tools to build more confidence and leadership capabilities that drive real results in today’s market.
Her approach is practical and grounded in real-world application. She brings current topics and trends from her coaching practice into the broader professional community, sharing what’s top of mind and effective for leaders today.
While she works across industries, she concentrates in insurance and technology.
Networking bingo, gift cards and prizes throughout the event.
Choose your own adventure in Baltimore with local recommendations and a group signup sheet (coming soon)
Register for the Big “i” Fall Leadership conference.
THANK YOU TO OUR 2026 SPONSORS
ABEN – Agents and Brokers Education Network
ACORD
The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company (HSB)
Liberty Mutual Insurance
Selective Insurance
Trusted Choice
XCEL Solutions
Interested in learning how your organization can be involved? Contact Ines Hoyle.
2025 Sponsors: ABEN, ACORD, A.D Banker & Company, Agents & Broker Group, The Institutes, HSB, IdealTraits, InsurBanc, IRMI, Kite Technology Group, Liberty Mutual Insurance, MyAgencyCampus, Risk & Insurance Education Alliance, Selective Insurance Company, SwissRe, Trusted Choice, Verisk, WebCE, and XCEL Solutions.