Education Convocation.

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.

Welcome to Baltimore! Make new friends and greet the ones you know!

The Organic Growth Playbook – Amy Barley

Amy Barley serves as Vice President of Programming for AMA Baltimore, where she leads the planning, development, and execution of the chapter’s professional development events, networking programs, and educational experiences. With more than 20 years of experience in digital marketing, communications, content strategy, and brand management, Amy has built and led high-impact marketing initiatives across the nonprofit, healthcare, hospitality, education, and financial services sectors, translating complex business objectives into compelling digital experiences that engage audiences and drive growth. Amy holds a Master of Science in Marketing from the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School and a Bachelor of Science in Communications and Applied Technology from Drexel University.

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.

• 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
• AI Education Map

• 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.

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