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:20260521T164639Z 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 \n\n\nPrice Tier\nDates\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIndust ry Primary\nIndustry Supporter\nNon-Industry Guest\n\n\nTicket of Trust\nD ecember 1 –\; December 31\n$695.00\n$695.00\n$295.00\n\n\nEarly Bird\ nJanuary 1 –\; Febraury 28\n$795.00\n$1\,395.00\n$295.00\n\n\nStandar d\nMarch 1 –\; April 30\n$895.00\n$1\,595.00\n$295.00\n\n\nLate\nMay 1 –\; June 8\n$995.00\n$1\,795.00\n$295.00\n\n\nOn-Site\nJune 9 ̵ 1\; June 11\n$1\,095.00\n$1\,895.00\n$295.00\n\n\n\n*Guest tickets are onl y available for non-industry attendees and must accompany a registered att endee. Guests are permitted to attend the Welcome Reception\, VIP Receptio n (with invitation)\, and Awards Gala.\nBulk Ticket Package Available for Insurance Companies –\; Includes 10 tickets and branding opportunitie s at a 30% discount. Contact acooper@riseprofessionals.com to secure this package. \n  More speak ers to be announced soon! \n Loading…\;Powered ByWhovaBest Event AppsDownload the Agenda at a Glance here \n Hotel:Ma rriott Harbor Beach Resort3030 Holiday DriveFort Lauderdale\, FL 33316We a re pleased to offer a group rate of $289/night! Book here: https://book.p asskey.com/e/51152989Room Block Cutoff is May 18!(BEWARE OF SCAMS! RISE 217\;s Official Housing Provider for the Leadership Summit &\; Awards G ala 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 f or the event.)Closest Airport:Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Int’l Airport (1 5 mins)Alternative Airports: Palm Beach Int’l Airport (1 hour)Miami Int ’l Airport (45 mins)Arriving and Departing: Registration opens on Monda y\, 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 1 1 from 5-8pm\, The Awards Gala will be held on June 10 from 6-9pm.  \n Our most popular networkin g 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 pressi ng questions about the insurance industry\, career\, and leadership. ~Spe ed Mentor List Coming Soon~ \n What is the dress code?The attire for the Leadership Summit is busi ness casual. The Awards Gala is Formal/Black Tie Optional Attire.Can I bri ng a guest?Non-Industry guests are permitted to attend with the purchase o f a guest ticket at registration. Guests may attend the Welcome Reception\ , VIP Reception (with invitation)\, and the Awards Gala.Can you accommodat e my dietary restriction(s)?Yes. Please be sure to include your dietary re striction(s) during the registration process.What is the cancellation poli cy?You may cancel your registration up to 45 days in advance for a full re fund\, less a $40 processing fee. Please submit your cancellation to tsnod dy@riseprofessionals.comAre you offering professional headshots?Yes! Sign up information will be provided in advance to registered attendees.  \n Why Sponsor the RISE Lead ership SummitBecause the next generation of insurance leaders is already h ere\, and they’re paying attention.The RISE Leadership Summit isn’t a passive conference. It’\;s designed for professionals who are investe d in expanding their leadership skills and building stronger relationships within the insurance industry. Sponsorship aligns your organization with development\, retention\, and long-term career success.What you actually g et:Connection with engaged professionalsThese are professionals who are am bitious\, engaged\, and actively investing in their growth.Credibility\, n ot just visibilityAligning with RISE signals that your organization is ser ious about leadership development\, innovation\, and the future of the ind ustry. That reputation sticks.Meaningful engagement\, not booth trafficWor kshops\, curated networking\, and intimate experiences create real convers ations\, not “grab a pen and move on” interactions.Employer brand lift that lasts beyond the eventSponsorship isn’t just seen onsite. It lives on through RISE content\, community conversations\, and year-round touchp oints.A seat at the table shaping the futureSponsors aren’t observers. T hey’re contributors to the dialogue around leadership\, retention\, ment orship\, and innovation in insurance.Bottom line:You’re not sponsoring a n event. You’re investing in the people who will lead this industry next —and making sure your organization is part of their story.Download the s ponsorship brochure here. Contact Amy at acooper@riseprofessionals.com for sponsorship inquires. \n Attending the RISE Leadership Summit and Awards Gala is an incredible op portunity to grow professionally\, gain insights into the insurance indust ry\, and network with like-minded professionals. To help you make a strong case for attending\, we’\;ve created email templates to send your bo ss or supervisor. Feel free to adjust them however you like!Why Attend?Pro fessional Growth: Learn from industry leaders and attend sessions that wil l boost your leadership\, communication\, and problem-solving skills.Netwo rking: Connect with influential professionals in the insurance industry\, expanding your network and opening new career opportunities.Recognition: T he Awards Gala highlights innovation\, leadership\, and impact in the indu stry. 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 y our team or organization. Templates: Template 1: General Request Subjec t: Request to Attend the RISE Leadership Summit &\; Awards Gala Dear [ Boss’\;s Name]\,I hope this message finds you well. I am reaching out to request approval to attend the upcoming RISE Leadership Summit and Aw ards Gala on June 9-12. This event offers a unique opportunity for profess ional development and networking within the insurance industry\, and I bel ieve it will provide valuable insights that can directly benefit our team and organization.Key benefits I anticipate from attending include:Learning : Sessions on leadership\, industry trends\, and emerging challenges.Netwo rking: Connecting with industry professionals and thought leaders.Recognit ion: The Awards Gala highlights excellence and innovation\, and I look for ward 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 o pportunity.Thank you for considering this request\, and I look forward to hearing from you.Best regards\,[Your Name] Template 2: Value-Based Reques t Subject: Professional Development Opportunity – RISE Leadership Summi t &\; Awards Gala Dear [Boss’\;s Name]\,I am writing to request y our approval to attend the RISE Leadership Summit and Awards Gala on June 9-12. This event is a premier opportunity to gain valuable skills and ins ights from top professionals in the insurance industry\, which I can apply to my current role and our ongoing projects.Some key takeaways I expect f rom attending include:Exposure to cutting-edge leadership strategies.Strat egies to drive team performance and engagement.Opportunities to forge conn ections with industry leaders that could benefit our company.The event’s focus on leadership development aligns directly with our goals for [menti on a relevant company goal or project]\, and I believe attending will equi p me with new tools to contribute even more effectively.I would greatly ap preciate your consideration of this professional development opportunity a nd look forward to discussing it further with you.Best regards\,[Your Name ] Template 3: ROI-Focused Request Subject: ROI from Attending the RISE L eadership Summit &\; Awards Gala Dear [Boss’\;s Name]\,I am seeki ng your approval to attend the RISE Leadership Summit and Awards Gala on June 9-12. This event will offer critical knowledge and strategies that wi ll directly benefit our [department/team/organization] and help us stay co mpetitive in the ever-evolving insurance industry.The ROI from attending i ncludes: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 va lue back to the team.I believe that the knowledge and connections gained a t this event will result in actionable strategies and insights that will u ltimately benefit our company’s goals. Thank you for considering this re quest—I’m happy to discuss how this opportunity will directly contribu te to our success.Best regards\,[Your Name] Template 4: Professional Deve lopmentSubject: Request to Attend Rise Leadership Summit for Professional DevelopmentHi [Boss’\;s Name]\,I hope you’\;re doing well!I’d like to request approval to attend the RISE Leadership Summit\, a profes sional development conference designed for high-performing professionals i n 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]\,Contribu ted to [impact or accomplishment]\,Continued to develop my leadership and communication skills in [another example].This summit offers several break out sessions and courses\, but three in particular stand out as highly ali gned with my current goals and responsibilities:[Course Title 1] – whic h would sharpen my ability to [specific skill relevant to your role].[Cour se Title 2] – focused on [another skill]\, something that would directl y 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 w ith peers in the industry. I’d plan to bring back notes\, key insights\, and potentially new tools or processes that could benefit our team.Attend ing 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 a bout the agenda or logistics. I’d be excited to make the most of the opp ortunity and share what I learn with the team.Thanks so much for consideri ng this!Best\, \n \n \ n "This is my 3rd time attending RISE and it always impresses. Being younger in the industry\, it gives you the quality conversations with indu stry leaders that you do not normally have the opportunity of having." \n -2024 Leadership Summit & Awards Gala attendee \n "I mus t admit the quality of the speakers\, mood\, relationship\, career buildin g and support events was amazing. Far more than what I expected. Since att ending the event I have strongly urged our budget and management Teams to increase our support of RISE and to get involved. RISE is certainly someth ing the industry needed. The support\, exposure to industry leaders\, the diversity inclusion\, coaching and training is first class." \n -2024 Leadership Summit & Awards Gala attendee \n "I found the ses sions to be invigorating and refreshing. The speakers all did a fantastic job of conveying important 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 n othing experienced at the usual industry conferences. Also liked the short ened speaking sessions for some topics. Speakers were diverse and on point ." \n -2024 Leadership Summit & Awards Gala attendee \n "I loved the variety of speakers and the topics they discussed. The pick-y our-own-adventure setup of RISE is perfect and something I wish other conf erences did more of. There was the right amount of scheduled discussions a nd open networking time." \n -2024 Leadership Summit & Awards G ala attendee \n "RISE has done a great job finding a niche for youn g professionals in the industry to have a voice\, network\, exchange knowl edge\, continue professional development and to be recognized" \n -2023 Leadership Summit & 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 cou ld take with me." \n -2023 Leadership Summit & Awards Gala atte ndee \n "I have been raving about the event to everyone. Seriously one of the best events - regardless of industry\, size\, format - I've eve r been to." \n -2022 Leadership Summit & Awards Gala attendee \n "I really enjoyed the speed mentoring and the ability to ask dire ct questions to seasoned leaders in our industry. I felt their feedback wa s candid and provided valuable insights." \n -2023 Leadership S ummit & Awards Gala attendee \n Thank You to Our Sponsors \n Presenting \n \n Diamond \n Pla tinum \n Gold \n Silver \n Bronze \n Supporter s \n Sponsorship opportunities available- Contact Amy at acooper@risep rofessionals.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