Refocus

Independent Agent Invitational Golf Outing (See next page.)

Concurrent Education Sessions (CE)

Welcome Reception and Meet & Greet

Kick off CONVO at the Welcome Reception. Enjoy a drink and hors d’ oeuvres before heading out to dinner.

Dutch Dine Arounds/Company Dinners

Head out for dinner with your Company Partners, old friends, or new acquaintances. Don’t have dinner plans? Sign up for the Dutch Dine Arounds with the IIA of IL staff. The IIA of IL has made reservations and travel arrangements. **Hence the name “Dutch,” each attendee is responsible for paying for their own dinner.

6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

8:00 – 11:00 p.m.

Past President’s Dinner (Invite Only)

Game Night

Sit back, relax, and let the good times roll. When you come back from dinner join us for an exciting evening of fun & games.

Wednesday, October 11

7:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast/CONVO Registration Desk Opens

8:00 a.m. – Noon

Keynote General Session (CE) - “Four Ways to Define and Enhance Your Agency Culture”

April Simpkins, SHRM-CP, PHR, CDP, an HR Professional with 30 years of executive-level Human Resources experience will present this energetic and informatin-packed session. View details on the next page. We will also recognize our award recipients including Agent of the Year, Agency of the Year, Young Agent of the Year and more.

11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. Lunch and Networking

1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Concurrent Education Sessions (CE)

3:30 – 6:30 p.m. Tradeshow

6:30 – 11:00 p.m. Big Party with Dinner, Dancing, and Drinks

Music, food, drinks, and dancing - this social event is always a good time!

Thursday, October 12

7:00 – 8:30 a.m. Hot Breakfast

8:30 – 11:30 a.m. State of the Association Address

Refocus, Connect, and Empower Your Agency for the Future (CE)

Learn about trends and challenges facing the independent agency system during the State of the Association Address. Association leaders will provide news on legislative and regulatory issues impacting your business and your clients, connect you with tools and resources to navigate the changing market and challenge you to refocus on what matters most to keep your agency ahead of the curve. Chris Cline, Executive Director of Agents Council for Technology, will then challenge attendees to speed up when planning your business strategy for the future. View details on the next page.