Education Convocation.
September 29-October 1, 2026 | Baltimore, Maryland
Attendee information.
Fall Leadership Conference.
Home to Education Convocation, Young Agents Leadership Institute and the Board Meeting.
Bringing Education Professionals Together.

Connect
This focused, small-scale meeting delivers significant value by bringing education professionals together in a personal and engaging environment.
Foster professional and personal development and set a foundation for new business opportunities and relationships.

Collaborate
The time together offers a unique opportunity to learn from peers and industry professionals and lean on them for support, insight, and mutual success.

Celebrate
The Excellence in Insurance Education Awards do not just celebrate the winner; they provide highlights, ideas and inspiration through a highlights document.
We look forward to the Luncheon with state association education staff, state executives, and guests.
See You In Baltimore Where Great Minds Flock Together!
Session Speakers

Claudia St. John | The Workplace Advisors

Amy Barley | American Marketing Association Baltimore

Jenn Urso | The Leadership Project
Education Convocation Provides.
The perfect opportunity to cultivate peer relationships that offer mutual career support, fresh perspectives, and shared industry insights. Education Convocation connects you with established leaders and mentors, opening doors to collaborations and business relationships outside of the virtual environment.
Sponsor Education Convocation and get directly in front of a targeted audience, instantly boosting brand credibility and visibility among key decision-makers. Attending the event alongside that sponsorship allows representatives to bring a face to the contact, initiating the conversations that turn casual exposure into business partnerships
A pre-meeting orientation provides our first-time attendees with a roadmap to navigate Education Convocation efficiently. The orientation builds early confidence and connects faces and names so our new attendees can actively engage and maximize the value of their time in Baltimore from day one.
September 9, 2026; 1:30 – 2:00 p.m. – Registration Open
First-time attendees are invited to join the Welcome Reception early and will be identified by a badge color.
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.
Baltimore Highlights.
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
- Navigating the Marketing Landscape: A Collaborative Session with the American Marketing Association
- Adult Insurance Learning and Content Development Should Make Us Better, Not Bitter
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.
- MyAgencyCampus Powered by Risk Solutions IQ
- WebCE
- Risk & Insurance Education Alliance
- Agent and Broker Group, The Institutes
- E&O with Swiss Re’s Annette Ardler
Networking bingo, gift cards and prizes throughout the event.
Choose your own adventure in Baltimore. Sign up sheet.
Register for the Big “i” Fall Leadership conference.
WITH APPRECIATION TO OUR 2026 SPONSORS
ABEN – Agents and Brokers Education Network
ACORD
The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company (HSB)
IdealTraits
Liberty Mutual Insurance
MyAgencyCampus Powered by Risk Solutions IQ
New Level Partners
Risk & Insurance Education Alliance
Selective Insurance
Swiss Re
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.