BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN BEGIN:VEVENT UID:576@riseprofessionals.com DTSTART:20260609T000000Z DTEND:20260612T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260410T135627Z URL:https://riseprofessionals.com/events/2026-leadership-summit-awards-gal a/ SUMMARY:2026 Leadership Summit & Awards Gala DESCRIPTION:2026 RISE Leadership Summit &\; Awards Gala \n \n June 9-12\, 2026 | Fort Lauderdale\, FL\n \n \n \n About the Event:The 2026 RISE Leadership Summit &\; Award s Gala is more than just another industry event—it’s where leadership\ , innovation\, and celebration collide. Over two days\, you’ll experienc e fast-paced RISE Talks\, hands-on workshops\, and two tailored tracks des igned for individual contributors and managers. And at night? We celebrate ! From the Welcome Reception to the Awards Gala\, you’ll be rubbing elbo ws with the best in the business—including our amazing 35 Under 35 winne rs and award nominees. \n \n Download Sponsorship Brochure\n \n Immersive Learning:High Impact Keynotes\, Interactive Workshops &a mp\; Two TracksRising Professionals: Build\, Grow\, LeadFor early-career p rofessionals\, analysts\, adjusters\, underwriters\, brokers\, and special ists looking to build skills\, confidence\, and visibility.Personal &\; Professional GrowthTechnical &\; Digital SkillsCollaboration &\; Cu ltureLeadership MindsetLeadership &\; Management: Inspire\, Empower\, T ransformFor supervisors\, managers\, directors\, and executives focused on culture\, retention\, innovation\, and leadership excellence.Leadership E volutionCulture &\; EngagementStrategy &\; InnovationTalent &\; D evelopmentVision &\; Influence \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \ n Speakers\n \n \n \n \n Agenda\n \n \ n \n \n Travel\n \n \n \n \n Speed Mentoring\n \n \n \n \n FAQ\n \n \n \n \n Sponsorship\n \n \n \n \n Convince Your Boss\n \n \n \ n Price TierDates     Industry PrimaryIndu stry SupporterNon-Industry GuestTicket of TrustDecember 1 –\; Decembe r 31$695.00$695.00$295.00Early BirdJanuary 1 –\; Febraury 28$795.00$1 \,395.00$295.00StandardMarch 1 –\; April 30$895.00$1\,595.00$295.00La teMay 1 –\; June 8$995.00$1\,795.00$295.00On-SiteJune 9 –\; June 11$1\,095.00$1\,895.00$295.00*Guest tickets are only available for non-in dustry attendees and must accompany a registered attendee. Guests are perm itted to attend the Welcome Reception\, VIP Reception (with invitation)\, and Awards Gala.Bulk Ticket Package Available for Insurance Companies R 11\; Includes 10 tickets and branding opportunities at a 30% discount. Con tact acooper@riseprofessionals.com to secure this package. \n  More speakers to be announced soon ! \n Loading…\;Powe red ByWhovaBest Event AppsDownload the Agenda at a Glance here \n Hotel:Marriott Harbor Beach Reso rt3030 Holiday DriveFort Lauderdale\, FL 33316We are pleased to offer a gr oup rate of $289/night! Book here: https://book.passkey.com/e/51152989Roo m Block Cutoff is May 18!(BEWARE OF SCAMS! RISE’\;s Official Housing Provider for the Leadership Summit &\; Awards Gala room block is Marrio tt 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 Ai rport:Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Int’l Airport (15 mins)Alternative Airpo rts: Palm Beach Int’l Airport (1 hour)Miami Int’l Airport (45 mins)Arr iving and Departing: Registration opens on Monday\, June 9 at 12pm. The e vent kicks off with a welcome reception at 5:00pm and ends on June 11 at 4 pm. Optional Social Events will be held on June 11 from 5-8pm\, The Awards Gala will be held on June 10 from 6-9pm.  \n Our most popular networking event is back!Speed Men toring 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 in surance industry\, career\, and leadership. ~Speed Mentor List Coming Soo n~ \n What is the dress code?The attire for the Leadership Summit is business casual. The Awards G ala is Formal/Black Tie Optional Attire.Can I bring a guest?Non-Industry g uests are permitted to attend with the purchase of a guest ticket at regis tration. Guests may attend the Welcome Reception\, VIP Reception (with inv itation)\, and the Awards Gala.Can you accommodate my dietary restriction( s)?Yes. Please be sure to include your dietary restriction(s) during the r egistration process.What is the cancellation policy?You may cancel your re gistration up to 45 days in advance for a full refund\, less a $40 process ing fee. Please submit your cancellation to tsnoddy@riseprofessionals.comA re you offering professional headshots?Yes! Sign up information will be pr ovided in advance to registered attendees.  \n Why Sponsor the RISE Leadership SummitBecause the next generation of insurance leaders is already here\, and they’re payin g attention.The RISE Leadership Summit isn’t a passive conference. It 217\;s designed for professionals who are invested in expanding their lead ership skills and building stronger relationships within the insurance ind ustry. Sponsorship aligns your organization with development\, retention\, and long-term career success.What you actually get:Connection with engage d professionalsThese are professionals who are ambitious\, engaged\, and a ctively investing in their growth.Credibility\, not just visibilityAlignin g with RISE signals that your organization is serious about leadership dev elopment\, innovation\, and the future of the industry. That reputation st icks.Meaningful engagement\, not booth trafficWorkshops\, curated networki ng\, and intimate experiences create real conversations\, not “grab a pe n and move on” interactions.Employer brand lift that lasts beyond the ev entSponsorship isn’t just seen onsite. It lives on through RISE content\ , community conversations\, and year-round touchpoints.A seat at the table shaping the futureSponsors aren’t observers. They’re contributors to the dialogue around leadership\, retention\, mentorship\, and innovation i n insurance.Bottom line:You’re not sponsoring an event. You’re investi ng in the people who will lead this industry next—and making sure your o rganization is part of their story.Download the sponsorship brochure here. Contact Amy at acooper@riseprofessionals.com for sponsorship inquires. \n Attending the RISE Lead ership Summit and Awards Gala is an incredible opportunity to grow profess ionally\, gain insights into the insurance industry\, and network with lik e-minded professionals. To help you make a strong case for attending\, we& #8217\;ve created email templates to send your boss or supervisor. Feel fr ee to adjust them however you like!Why Attend?Professional Growth: Learn f rom industry leaders and attend sessions that will boost your leadership\, communication\, and problem-solving skills.Networking: Connect with influ ential professionals in the insurance industry\, expanding your network an d opening new career opportunities.Recognition: The Awards Gala highlights innovation\, leadership\, and impact in the industry. It’\;s an even t you’ll want to be part of to see and be seen.Inspiration: Gain fresh i deas and inspiration that you can bring back to your team or organization.  Templates: Template 1: General Request Subject: Request to Attend the RISE Leadership Summit &\; Awards Gala Dear [Boss’\;s Name]\,I ho pe this message finds you well. I am reaching out to request approval to a ttend the upcoming RISE Leadership Summit and Awards Gala on June 9-12. T his event offers a unique opportunity for professional development and net working within the insurance industry\, and I believe it will provide valu able insights that can directly benefit our team and organization.Key bene fits I anticipate from attending include:Learning: Sessions on leadership\ , industry trends\, and emerging challenges.Networking: Connecting with in dustry professionals and thought leaders.Recognition: The Awards Gala high lights excellence and innovation\, and I look forward to learning from the best in the field.The event will provide me with actionable insights that I can bring back to the team\, ensuring we stay ahead in our industry. I would appreciate your support in approving this opportunity.Thank you for considering this request\, and I look forward to hearing from you.Best reg ards\,[Your Name] Template 2: Value-Based Request Subject: Professional Development Opportunity – RISE Leadership Summit &\; Awards Gala Dea r [Boss’\;s Name]\,I am writing to request your approval to attend th e RISE Leadership Summit and Awards Gala on June 9-12. This event is a pr emier opportunity to gain valuable skills and insights from top profession als in the insurance industry\, which I can apply to my current role and o ur ongoing projects.Some key takeaways I expect from attending include:Exp osure to cutting-edge leadership strategies.Strategies to drive team perfo rmance and engagement.Opportunities to forge connections with industry lea ders that could benefit our company.The event’s focus on leadership deve lopment aligns directly with our goals for [mention a relevant company goa l or project]\, and I believe attending will equip me with new tools to co ntribute even more effectively.I would greatly appreciate your considerati on of this professional development opportunity and look forward to discus sing it further with you.Best regards\,[Your Name] Template 3: ROI-Focuse d Request Subject: ROI from Attending the RISE Leadership Summit &\; A wards Gala Dear [Boss’\;s Name]\,I am seeking your approval to atten d the RISE Leadership Summit and Awards Gala on June 9-12. This event wil l offer critical knowledge and strategies that will directly benefit our [ department/team/organization] and help us stay competitive in the ever-evo lving insurance industry.The ROI from attending includes:Insights into ind ustry trends that could impact our business and strategy.Networking oppor tunities with decision-makers and influencers in the insurance space.Prof essional development sessions that will enhance my leadership and communi cation skills\, allowing me to bring immediate value back to the team.I be lieve that the knowledge and connections gained at this event will result in actionable strategies and insights that will ultimately benefit our com pany’s goals. Thank you for considering this request—I’m happy to di scuss how this opportunity will directly contribute to our success.Best re gards\,[Your Name] Template 4: Professional DevelopmentSubject: Request to Attend Rise Leadership Summit for Professional DevelopmentHi [Boss̵ 7\;s Name]\,I hope you’\;re doing well!I’d like to request approval to attend the RISE Leadership Summit\, a professional development confer ence 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 challe nges with [specific example or project]\,Contributed to [impact or accompl ishment]\,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 goal s and responsibilities:[Course Title 1] – which would sharpen my abilit y 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 helpi ng me grow in [leadership\, communication\, etc.].Beyond the sessions\, th e event also offers networking and idea-sharing with peers in the industry . I’d plan to bring back notes\, key insights\, and potentially new tool s 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 wor k we do as a company—helping to position us as a top employer in our spa ce.Let me know if you’d like me to share more about the agenda or logist ics. 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\, \n \n \n "This is my 3rd ti me attending RISE and it always impresses. Being younger in the industry\, it gives you the quality conversations with industry leaders that you do not normally have the opportunity of having." \n -2024 Leadersh ip Summit & Awards Gala attendee \n "I must admit the quality of th e speakers\, mood\, relationship\, career building and support events was amazing. Far more than what I expected. Since attending the event I have s trongly urged our budget and management Teams to increase our support of R ISE and to get involved. RISE is certainly something the industry needed. The support\, exposure to industry leaders\, the diversity inclusion\, coa ching and training is first class." \n -2024 Leadership Summit & Awards Gala attendee \n "I found the sessions to be invigorating and refreshing. The speakers all did a fantastic job of conveying importan t messages with many takeaways that I plan to use in my role." \n -2024 Leadership Summit & Awards Gala attendee \n "The amount of energy in the room was unparalleled. Certainly nothing experienced at the usual industry conferences. Also liked the shortened speaking sessions fo r some topics. Speakers were diverse and on point." \n -2024 Le adership Summit & Awards Gala attendee \n "I loved the variety of s peakers and the topics they discussed. The pick-your-own-adventure setup o f RISE is perfect and something I wish other conferences did more of. Ther e was the right amount of scheduled discussions and open networking time." \n -2024 Leadership Summit & Awards Gala attendee \n "R ISE has done a great job finding a niche for young professionals in the in dustry to have a voice\, network\, exchange knowledge\, continue professio nal development and to be recognized" \n -2023 Leadership Summi t & Awards Gala attendee \n "I had such an amazing time attending. I saw some truly inspiring keynote speakers\, met some great new people\, and learned some important information that I could take with me." \n -2023 Leadership Summit & Awards Gala attendee \n "I have be en raving about the event to everyone. Seriously one of the best events - regardless of industry\, size\, format - I've ever been to." \n -2022 Leadership Summit & Awards Gala attendee \n "I really enjoye d the speed mentoring and the ability to ask direct questions to seasoned leaders in our industry. I felt their feedback was candid and provided val uable insights." \n -2023 Leadership Summit & Awards Gala atten dee \n Thank You to Our Sponsors \n Presenting \n \n Diamond \n Platinum \n Gold \ n Silver \n Bronze \n Supporters \n Sponsorship oppo rtunities available- Contact Amy at acooper@riseprofessionals.com.  \n \n Download Sponsorship Brochure\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cdn.riseprofessionals.com/wp-content/upl oads/2025/09/14144828/2026-MOOD-BOARD-4.png CATEGORIES:In-Person LOCATION:Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa\, 3030 Holiday Drive\, Fort Lau derdale\, FL\, United States X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=3030 Holiday Drive\, Fort L auderdale\, FL\, United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=100;X-TITLE=Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa:geo:0,0 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR