Education Convocation.

September 29-October 1, 2026 | Baltimore, Maryland


Fall Leadership Conference.

Home to Education Convocation, Young Agents Leadership Institute and the Board Meeting.

Bringing Education Professionals Together.

Connect

Education Convocation is the annual meeting for Big ‘I’ state education professionals. Instructors, meeting planners, and marketers are also encouraged to attend.

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

Attendees have built in time to network with and learn from each other which brings big value to the education community. What’s a question you can’t answer? What’s a challenge your state has been able to solve? Is your state in search of areas in which you want to share resources? 

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

It’s important to recognize victories and show gratitude to those who have been a support along the way and the fortitude demonstrated to manage changes.

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

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.