FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
[Dania Beach, FL, April 1, 2026] – RISE is proud to announce the winner of the 2026 Impact Award! The Impact Award recognizes those who have made a meaningful and measurable difference in the insurance industry. It celebrates individuals, organizations, and initiatives that are driving progress, strengthening the industry, and creating lasting impact for current and future professionals.
Congratulations to the 2026 Impact Award Recipient: Megan Bell | InsHER Podcast
InsHER Podcast is reshaping how stories are shared across the insurance industry by creating a platform dedicated to elevating the voices of women. Hosted by Megan Bell, the podcast brings forward candid, unfiltered conversations with leaders, rising professionals, and innovators who are actively redefining leadership across insurance and risk management.
Through each episode, InsHER highlights real career journeys—covering pivotal moments, challenges, and lessons learned across underwriting, broking, technology, leadership, and entrepreneurship. These conversations go beyond surface-level insights, offering a transparent look at what it takes to grow, lead, and navigate an evolving industry.
At its core, InsHER is about visibility and connection. By amplifying diverse perspectives and experiences, the platform is helping to close representation gaps, strengthen community, and inspire the next generation of talent. In an industry that continues to prioritize attracting and retaining talent, InsHER brings forward the voices that already exist, showcasing the depth of leadership and capability within the insurance workforce today.

We are recognizing Megan Bell as this year’s Impact Award recipient in honor of the influence she is creating through InsHER Podcast—building community, elevating women, and helping shape a stronger, more inclusive future for the insurance industry.
“My mission with InsHER Podcast is to create a space where women in insurance can share their stories openly and authentically, while helping others in the industry feel seen, supported, and not alone in their experiences. Insurance is constantly talking about a talent crisis, yet we already have an incredible pool of talented, capable women right here in this industry. Through these conversations, I want to shine a light on their journeys, amplify their voices, and highlight the impact they are making every day.
By sharing real career paths, challenges, and successes, my hope is that listeners hear something they relate to—something that makes them feel more confident, more connected, and more empowered to pursue what matters in their own careers. Ultimately, InsHER Podcast is about building community, elevating women, and helping shape a stronger future for the insurance industry.”
– Megan Bell, Host of InsHER Podcast
Megan & InsHER Podcast will be honored as the Impact Award Recipient at the 2026 RISE Awards Gala during the Leadership Summit on June 9-12 in Fort Lauderdale, FL. This prestigious event celebrates excellence in the insurance sector and honors individuals who have made significant contributions to the industry.
For more information about the 2026 RISE Leadership Summit & Awards Gala and to reserve your tickets, visit the event site
About RISE:
RISE® is an insurance community dedicated to developing leaders. Through mentorship, education, networking, and leadership development, RISE empowers professionals to accelerate their careers and helps organizations attract, engage, and retain top talent.
For more information about RISE and our initiatives, visit RISEprofessionals.com
Contact:
Tori Snoddy | VP, Operations & Marketing
tsnoddy@riseprofessionals.com

