2026 RISE Leadership Summit & Awards Gala
June 9-12, 2026 | Fort Lauderdale, FL
About the Event:
The 2026 RISE Leadership Summit & Awards Gala is more than just another industry event—it’s where leadership, innovation, and celebration collide. Over two days, you’ll experience fast-paced RISE Talks, hands-on workshops, and two tailored tracks designed for individual contributors and managers. And at night? We celebrate! From the Welcome Reception to the Awards Gala, you’ll be rubbing elbows with the best in the business—including our amazing 35 Under 35 winners and award nominees.
Immersive Learning:
High Impact Keynotes, Interactive Workshops & Two Tracks
Rising Professionals: Build, Grow, Lead
For early-career professionals, analysts, adjusters, underwriters, brokers, and specialists looking to build skills, confidence, and visibility.
- Personal & Professional Growth
- Technical & Digital Skills
- Collaboration & Culture
- Leadership Mindset
Leadership & Management: Inspire, Empower, Transform
For supervisors, managers, directors, and executives focused on culture, retention, innovation, and leadership excellence.
- Leadership Evolution
- Culture & Engagement
- Strategy & Innovation
- Talent & Development
- Vision & Influence
| Price Tier | Dates | |||
| Industry Primary | Industry Supporter | Non-Industry Guest | ||
| Ticket of Trust | December 1 – December 31 | $695.00 | $695.00 | $295.00 |
| Early Bird | January 1 – Febraury 28 | $795.00 | $1,395.00 | $295.00 |
| Standard | March 1 – April 30 | $895.00 | $1,595.00 | $295.00 |
| Late | May 1 – June 8 | $995.00 | $1,795.00 | $295.00 |
| On-Site | June 9 – June 11 | $1,095.00 | $1,895.00 | $295.00 |
*Guest tickets are only available for non-industry attendees and must accompany a registered attendee. Guests are permitted to attend the Welcome Reception, VIP Reception (with invitation), and Awards Gala.
Bulk Ticket Package Available for Insurance Companies – Includes 10 tickets and branding opportunities at a 30% discount. Contact dbennett@riseprofessionals.com to secure this package.
Download the Agenda at a Glance here
Hotel:
Marriott Harbor Beach Resort
3030 Holiday Drive
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
We are pleased to offer a group rate of $289/night! Book here: https://book.passkey.com/e/51152989
Room Block Cutoff is May 18!
(BEWARE OF SCAMS! RISE’s Official Housing Provider for the Leadership Summit & Awards Gala room block is Marriott directly through the Passkey reservation system. The link provided here is the ONLY link to book in the RISE room block for the event.)
Closest Airport:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Int’l Airport (15 mins)
Alternative Airports: Palm Beach Int’l Airport (1 hour)
Miami Int’l Airport (45 mins)
Arriving and Departing:
Registration opens on Monday, June 9 at 12pm. The event kicks off with a welcome reception at 5:00pm and ends on June 11 at 4pm. Optional Social Events will be held on June 11 from 5-8pm, The Awards Gala will be held on June 10 from 6-9pm.
What is the dress code?
The attire for the Leadership Summit is business casual. The Awards Gala is Formal/Black Tie Optional Attire.
Can I bring a guest?
Non-Industry guests are permitted to attend with the purchase of a guest ticket at registration. Guests may attend the Welcome Reception, VIP Reception (with invitation), and the Awards Gala.
Can you accommodate my dietary restriction(s)?
Yes. Please be sure to include your dietary restriction(s) during the registration process.
What is the cancellation policy?
You may cancel your registration up to 45 days in advance for a full refund, less a $40 processing fee. Please submit your cancellation to tsnoddy@riseprofessionals.com
Are you offering professional headshots?
Yes! Sign up information will be provided in advance to registered attendees.
Our most popular networking event is back!
Speed Mentoring is a fast-paced way for attendees to meet several different senior leaders and get a chance to ask their most pressing questions about the insurance industry, career, and leadership.
~Speed Mentor List Coming Soon~
Attending the RISE Leadership Summit and Awards Gala is an incredible opportunity to grow professionally, gain insights into the insurance industry, and network with like-minded professionals. To help you make a strong case for attending, we’ve created email templates to send your boss or supervisor. Feel free to adjust them however you like!
Why Attend?
- Professional Growth: Learn from industry leaders and attend sessions that will boost your leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Networking: Connect with influential professionals in the insurance industry, expanding your network and opening new career opportunities.
- Recognition: The Awards Gala highlights innovation, leadership, and impact in the industry. It’s an event you’ll want to be part of to see and be seen.
- Inspiration: Gain fresh ideas and inspiration that you can bring back to your team or organization.
- Learning: Sessions on leadership, industry trends, and emerging challenges.
- Networking: Connecting with industry professionals and thought leaders.
- Recognition: The Awards Gala highlights excellence and innovation, and I look forward to learning from the best in the field.
[Your Name]
- Exposure to cutting-edge leadership strategies.
- Strategies to drive team performance and engagement.
- Opportunities to forge connections with industry leaders that could benefit our company.
[Your Name]
- Insights into industry trends that could impact our business and strategy.
- Networking opportunities with decision-makers and influencers in the insurance space.
- Professional development sessions that will enhance my leadership and communication skills, allowing me to bring immediate value back to the team.
[Your Name]
Subject: Request to Attend Rise Leadership Summit for Professional Development
Hi [Boss’s Name],
I hope you’re doing well!
I’d like to request approval to attend the RISE Leadership Summit, a professional development conference designed for high-performing professionals in our industry. I believe this would be a valuable opportunity for both my own growth and for what I can bring back to the team.
In the last year, I’ve:
- Taken on new challenges with [specific example or project],
- Contributed to [impact or accomplishment],
- Continued to develop my leadership and communication skills in [another example].
This summit offers several breakout sessions and courses, but three in particular stand out as highly aligned with my current goals and responsibilities:
- [Course Title 1] – which would sharpen my ability to [specific skill relevant to your role].
- [Course Title 2] – focused on [another skill], something that would directly support my performance in [responsibility or project].
- [Course Title 3] – a great fit for helping me grow in [leadership, communication, etc.].
Beyond the sessions, the event also offers networking and idea-sharing with peers in the industry. I’d plan to bring back notes, key insights, and potentially new tools or processes that could benefit our team.
Attending would also give me a chance to represent and promote what I love about my role here and the work we do as a company—helping to position us as a top employer in our space.
Let me know if you’d like me to share more about the agenda or logistics. I’d be excited to make the most of the opportunity and share what I learn with the team.
Thanks so much for considering this!
Best,
