BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.2.3.1//EN BEGIN:VEVENT UID:576@rise.websoftwaredigital.com DTSTART:20260609T000000Z DTEND:20260612T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260227T160325Z URL:https://rise.websoftwaredigital.com/events/2026-leadership-summit-awar ds-gala/ 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 &\; Awa rds Gala is more than just another industry event—it’s where leadershi p\, innovation\, and celebration collide. Over two days\, you’ll experie nce fast-paced RISE Talks\, hands-on workshops\, and two tailored tracks d esigned for individual contributors and managers. And at night? We celebra te! From the Welcome Reception to the Awards Gala\, you’ll be rubbing el bows with the best in the business—including our amazing 35 Under 35 win ners and award nominees.Immersive Learning: High Impact Keynotes\, Interac tive Workshops &\; Two Tracks  Rising Professionals: Build\, Grow\, L eadFor early-career professionals\, analysts\, adjusters\, underwriters\, brokers\, and specialists looking to build skills\, confidence\, and visib ility.Personal &\; Professional GrowthTechnical &\; Digital SkillsCo llaboration &\; CultureLeadership MindsetLeadership &\; Management: Inspire\, Empower\, TransformFor supervisors\, managers\, directors\, and executives focused on culture\, retention\, innovation\, and leadership ex cellence.Leadership EvolutionCulture &\; EngagementStrategy &\; Inno vationTalent &\; DevelopmentVision &\; Influence \n \n \n \n Tickets\n \n \n \n \n Speakers\n \n \n \n \n Agenda\n \n \n \n \n T ravel\n \n \n \n \n Speed Mentoring\n \ n \n \n \n FAQ\n \n \n \n \n Sponsorship\n \n \n \n \n Convin ce Your Boss\n \n \n \n Price TierDates      Industry PrimaryIndustry SupporterNon-Industry GuestTicket of TrustDecem ber 1 –\; December 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$295.00LateMay 1 –\; June 8$995.00$1\,795.00$295.00On-Si teJune 9 –\; June 11$1\,095.00$1\,895.00$295.00*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.Bulk Ticket Package Available for In surance Companies –\; Includes 10 tickets and branding opportunities at a 30% discount. Contact acooper@riseprofessionals.com to secure this pa ckage. \n  More speaker s to be announced soon! \n  Download the Agenda at a Glance here \n Hotel:Marriott Harbor Beach Resort3030 Holiday DriveF ort Lauderdale\, FL 33316We are pleased to offer a group rate of $289/nigh t! Book here: https://book.passkey.com/e/51152989Room Block Cutoff is May 18!(BEWARE OF SCAMS! RISE’\;s Official Housing Provider for the Lead ership Summit &\; Awards Gala room block is Marriott directly through t he 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.  \n Our most popular networking event is back!Speed Mentoring is a fast-pa ced way for attendees to meet several different senior leaders and get a c hance to ask their most pressing questions about the insurance industry\, career\, and leadership. ~Speed Mentor List Coming Soon~ \n 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 s ure 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 sub mit your cancellation to tsnoddy@riseprofessionals.comAre you offering pro fessional headshots?Yes! Sign up information will be provided in advance t o registered attendees.  \n Why Sponsor the RISE Leadership SummitBecause the next generation of insurance leaders is already here\, and they’re paying attention.The RIS E Leadership Summit isn’t a passive conference. It’\;s designed for professionals who are invested in expanding their leadership skills and b uilding stronger relationships within the insurance industry. Sponsorship aligns your organization with development\, retention\, and long-term care er success.What you actually get:Connection with engaged professionalsThes e are professionals who are ambitious\, engaged\, and actively investing i n their growth.Credibility\, not just visibilityAligning with RISE signals that your organization is serious about leadership development\, innovati on\, and the future of the industry. That reputation sticks.Meaningful eng agement\, not booth trafficWorkshops\, curated networking\, and intimate e xperiences create real conversations\, not “grab a pen and move on” in teractions.Employer brand lift that lasts beyond the eventSponsorship isn ’t just seen onsite. It lives on through RISE content\, community conver sations\, and year-round touchpoints.A seat at the table shaping the futur eSponsors aren’t observers. They’re contributors to the dialogue aroun d leadership\, retention\, mentorship\, and innovation in insurance.Bottom line:You’re not sponsoring an event. You’re investing in the people w ho will lead this industry next—and making sure your organization is par t of their story.Download the sponsorship brochure here. Contact Amy at ac ooper@riseprofessionals.com for sponsorship inquires. \n Attending the RISE Leadership Summit and Awards Gala is an incredible opportunity to grow professionally\, gain ins ights into the insurance industry\, and network with like-minded professio nals. 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 leade rs and attend sessions that will boost your leadership\, communication\, a nd problem-solving skills.Networking: Connect with influential professiona ls in the insurance industry\, expanding your network and opening new care er opportunities.Recognition: The Awards Gala highlights innovation\, lead ership\, 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 inspirati on that you can bring back to your team or organization. Templates: Temp late 1: General Request Subject: Request to Attend the RISE Leadership Su mmit &\; Awards Gala Dear [Boss’\;s Name]\,I hope this message fi nds you well. I am reaching out to request approval to attend the upcoming  RISE Leadership Summit and Awards Gala on June 9-12. This event offers a unique opportunity for professional development and networking within the insurance industry\, and I believe 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.Networking: Connecting with industry professiona ls and thought leaders.Recognition: The Awards Gala highlights 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 y our support in approving this opportunity.Thank you for considering this r equest\, and I look forward to hearing from you.Best regards\,[Your Name]  Template 2: Value-Based Request Subject: Professional Development Oppor tunity – RISE Leadership Summit &\; Awards Gala Dear [Boss’\;s Name]\,I am writing to request your approval to attend the RISE Leadershi p Summit and Awards Gala on June 9-12. This event is a premier opportunity to gain valuable skills and insights from top professionals in the insura nce industry\, which I can apply to my current role and our ongoing projec ts.Some key takeaways I expect from attending include:Exposure to cutting- edge leadership strategies.Strategies to drive team performance and engage ment.Opportunities to forge connections with industry leaders that could b enefit our company.The event’s focus on leadership development aligns di rectly with our goals for [mention a relevant company goal or project]\, a nd I believe attending will equip me with new tools to contribute even mor e effectively.I would greatly appreciate your consideration of this profes sional development opportunity and look forward to discussing it further w ith you.Best regards\,[Your Name] Template 3: ROI-Focused Request Subjec t: ROI from Attending the RISE Leadership Summit &\; Awards Gala Dear [Boss’\;s Name]\,I am seeking your approval to attend the RISE Leade rship Summit and Awards Gala on June 9-12. This event will offer critical knowledge and strategies that will directly benefit our [department/team/o rganization] and help us stay competitive in the ever-evolving insurance i ndustry.The ROI from attending includes:Insights into industry trends tha t could impact our business and strategy.Networking opportunities with de cision-makers and influencers in the insurance space.Professional developm ent sessions that will enhance my leadership and communication skills\, a llowing me to bring immediate value back to the team.I believe that the kn owledge and connections gained at this event will result in actionable str ategies and insights that will ultimately benefit our company’s goals. T hank you for considering this request—I’m happy to discuss how this op portunity will directly contribute to our success.Best regards\,[Your Name ] Template 4: Professional DevelopmentSubject: Request to Attend Rise Le adership Summit for Professional DevelopmentHi [Boss’\;s Name]\,I hop e you’\;re doing well!I’d like to request approval to attend the R ISE 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 [specif ic example or project]\,Contributed to [impact or accomplishment]\,Continu ed to develop my leadership and communication skills in [another example]. This summit offers several breakout sessions and courses\, but three in pa rticular stand out as highly aligned with my current goals and responsibil ities:[Course Title 1] – which would sharpen my ability to [specific sk ill relevant to your role].[Course Title 2] – focused on [another skill ]\, something that would directly support my performance in [responsibilit y or project].[Course Title 3] – a great fit for helping me grow in [le adership\, communication\, etc.].Beyond the sessions\, the event also offe rs networking and idea-sharing with peers in the industry. I’d plan to b ring back notes\, key insights\, and potentially new tools or processes th at could benefit our team.Attending would also give me a chance to represe nt and promote what I love about my role here and the work we do as a comp any—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 exc ited to make the most of the opportunity and share what I learn with the t eam.Thanks so much for considering 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 industry leaders that you do not normally have the opportunity of having." \n -2024 Leadership Summit & Award s Gala attendee \n "I must admit the quality of the speakers\, mood \, relationship\, career building and support events was amazing. Far more than what I expected. Since attending the event I have strongly urged our budget and management Teams to increase our support of RISE and to get in volved. RISE is certainly something the industry needed. The support\, exp osure to industry leaders\, the diversity inclusion\, coaching and trainin g is first class." \n -2024 Leadership Summit & Awards Gala att endee \n "I found the sessions to be invigorating and refreshing. T he speakers all did a fantastic job of conveying important messages with m any takeaways that I plan to use in my role." \n -2024 Leadersh ip Summit & Awards Gala attendee \n "The amount of energy in the ro om was unparalleled. Certainly nothing experienced at the usual industry c onferences. Also liked the shortened speaking sessions for some topics. Sp eakers were diverse and on point." \n -2024 Leadership Summit & Awards Gala attendee \n "I loved the variety of speakers and the t opics they discussed. The pick-your-own-adventure setup of RISE is perfect and something I wish other conferences did more of. There was the right a mount of scheduled discussions and open networking time." \n -2 024 Leadership Summit & Awards Gala attendee \n "RISE has done a gr eat job finding a niche for young professionals in the industry to have a voice\, network\, exchange knowledge\, continue professional development a nd to be recognized" \n -2023 Leadership Summit & Awards Gala a ttendee \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 Lead ership Summit & Awards Gala attendee \n "I have been raving about t he event to everyone. Seriously one of the best events - regardless of ind ustry\, size\, format - I've ever been to." \n -2022 Leadership Summit & Awards Gala attendee \n "I really enjoyed the speed mento ring and the ability to ask direct questions to seasoned leaders in our in dustry. I felt their feedback was candid and provided valuable insights." \n -2023 Leadership Summit & Awards Gala attendee \n Than k You to Our Sponsors \n Presenting \n \n Diamond \n Platinum \n Gold \n Silver \ n Bronze \n Supporters \n Sponsorship opportunities availab le- Contact Amy at acooper@riseprofessionals.com.  \n \n Dow nload Sponsorship Brochure\n ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rise.websoftwaredigital.com/wp-content/u ploads/2025/09/2026-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